Senior / Staff / Principal Robotics Mechanism Engineer

Real; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Real is seeking a Senior/Staff/Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and integration of electromechanical hardware for next-generation robotic surgical systems in a fast-growing medical device company in Los Angeles.

You will own hardware development across the lifecycle, collaborate with software, controls, electrical, and manufacturing teams, perform analyses, support design controls, and drive qualification and risk management for regulatory submissions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in mechanical engineering in medical devices, robotics, or regulated industries.
• Experience designing complex electromechanical systems.
• Proficient with 3D CAD tools: SolidWorks, Creo, NX.
• Experience from concept through verification and manufacturing transfer.
• Knowledge of design controls in regulated environments.
• Hands-on prototyping and hardware troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of mechanical and electromechanical subsystems for a robotic surgical platform.
• Own hardware development across the product lifecycle, including prototyping and verification.
• Develop mechanisms involving precision motion, actuators, transmissions, and robotic assemblies.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models, drawings, tolerances, and design documents.
• Collaborate with software, controls, and electrical teams for system integration.
• Perform FP&A analyses including FEA, tolerance stackups, reliability, and risk assessments.
• Support system-level architecture decisions and trade-off analyses.
• Develop and execute verification and validation testing strategies.
• Partner with manufacturing and suppliers for DFx and scale-up.
• Participate in root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Contribute to product risk management per medical device regs.
• Support regulatory submissions and design reviews.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Hands-on prototyping

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

MS or PhD preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

NX

Job description

Senior / Staff / Principal Mechanical Engineer - Robotic Hardware

A rapidly growing medical device company is seeking a Senior, Staff, or Principal Mechanical Engineer - Robotic Hardware to play a key role in the development of next-generation robotic surgical systems. This individual will drive the design, development, and integration of complex electromechanical hardware used in a highly innovative platform focused on improving surgical outcomes and expanding access to advanced minimally invasive procedures.

This is a high-impact opportunity to join a well-funded organization at an exciting stage of growth. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams including Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software, Clinical, Manufacturing, and Quality to bring cutting-edge robotic technologies from concept through commercialization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex mechanical and electromechanical subsystems for a robotic surgical platform.
• Own hardware development activities throughout the product lifecycle, including concept generation, prototyping, testing, design verification, and design transfer.
• Develop mechanisms involving precision motion, actuation, transmission systems, structural components, and robotic assemblies.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, tolerance analyses, and design documentation.
• Collaborate closely with software, controls, and electrical engineering teams to ensure seamless system integration.
• Perform engineering analysis including FEA, tolerance stack-ups, reliability assessments, and risk evaluations.
• Support system-level architecture decisions and trade-off analyses.
• Develop and execute verification and validation testing strategies.
• Partner with manufacturing teams and external suppliers to support prototype builds, design for manufacturability (DFM), and production scale-up activities.
• Participate in root cause investigations, design improvements, and corrective actions.
• Contribute to product risk management activities in accordance with medical device regulations and standards.
• Support regulatory submissions, design reviews, and commercialization initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years (Senior), 8+ years (Staff), or 12+ years (Principal) of mechanical engineering experience in medical devices, robotics, aerospace, or other highly regulated industries.
• Proven experience designing complex electromechanical systems and precision mechanical assemblies.
• Strong proficiency with 3D CAD tools such as SolidWorks, Creo, NX, or equivalent.
• Experience taking products from concept through verification and manufacturing transfer.
• Knowledge of design controls and product development processes in regulated environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams.
• Hands‑on prototyping and hardware troubleshooting experience.

Preferred

• Experience developing surgical robotics, robotic‑assisted systems, or advanced medical equipment.
• Experience designing mechanisms involving motors, actuators, drives, sensors, bearings, and precision motion systems.
• Familiarity with FDA design controls, ISO 13485, IEC 60601, and applicable medical device regulations.
• Background supporting startup or high‑growth technology organizations.
• Experience working with contract manufacturers and global suppliers.
• Understanding of human factors engineering and surgeon/user workflow considerations.
• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related discipline.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an opportunity to join an innovative medical device company developing transformative robotic technology that has the potential to improve procedural efficiency and patient outcomes. The successful candidate will have significant technical ownership, direct visibility with leadership, and the opportunity to help shape the future of a groundbreaking robotic platform as it progresses toward commercialization.

EOE Statement:

Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

In addition to base pay, direct-hire employees may be eligible for client‑offered benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, and paid leave where required by applicable law. Eligibility may vary based on factors such as location and hire date and is subject to change.