Senior Mechanical Engineer - Advanced Energy Medical Devices

Intuitive Surgical, Inc.; Sunnyvale (CA); Hybrid; USD 136,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

Intuitive Surgical, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer, Advanced Energy, to lead the mechanical/electrical design of next‑generation energy delivery catheters and instruments for robotic-assisted surgery.

The role involves cross‑functional collaboration, rapid prototyping, and hands‑on testing in a high‑energy team environment. Applicants should have 5+ years in mechanical engineering (3+ with a Masters), be versed in regulatory standards, and comfortable with design documentation,

Qualifications

• Typical minimum of 5 years of relevant experience with Bachelors, minimum 3 years with a Masters.
• Familiarity with FDA QSR 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, ISO 14971.
• Experience with rapid prototyping methods for instruments, components, and fixtures, including 3D printing and machining of plastics and metals.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and verify new concepts for advanced energy catheters and/or flexible electromechanical instruments and related accessories.
• Develop, implement, test and document new solutions per corporate standards with guidance from senior engineers.
• Perform hands-on assembly and testing of devices to support proof of concept and pre-clinical activities.

Skills

CAD design

SolidWorks

Cross-functional

Prototyping

Regulatory knowledge

Root cause analysis

Education

BS or MS in Mechanical Eng.

Tools

3D printing

Machining

Job description

Intuitive Surgical, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer, Advanced Energy, to lead the mechanical/electrical design of next‑generation energy delivery catheters and instruments for robotic-assisted surgery.

The role involves cross‑functional collaboration, rapid prototyping, and hands‑on testing in a high‑energy team environment. Applicants should have 5+ years in mechanical engineering (3+ with a Masters), be versed in regulatory standards, and comfortable with design documentation,