Senior NPI Manufacturing Engineer: Precision Devices

Intuitive; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Intuitive is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to support next-generation needles and accessories for bronchoscopic instruments. You will lead development, validation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes for precision components and assemblies.

You will collaborate with Design, Materials, Quality, and Supplier teams to ensure robust, scalable processes delivering product performance and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Experience developing scalable manufacturing processes for medical devices.
• Familiarity with joining/forming processes such as laser welding and adhesive bonding.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis methods (Cpk, DOE, ANOVA, regression).

Responsibilities

• Develop, release, and validate scalable manufacturing processes for needles, catheters, and accessories.
• Define robust assembly and inspection methods for subassemblies.
• Perform testing and qualification activities including tensile, puncture, and dimensional testing.
• Lead root cause investigations and implement yield improvements.
• Train staff on new processes and quality standards.

Job description

Intuitive is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to support next-generation needles and accessories for bronchoscopic instruments. You will lead development, validation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes for precision components and assemblies.

You will collaborate with Design, Materials, Quality, and Supplier teams to ensure robust, scalable processes delivering product performance and patient safety.