Managing Staff Mechanical Engineer

Intuitive Surgical, Inc.Sunnyvale

On-site Full-time

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What You Bring to the Table:A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Systems Engineering, or a related field. A minimum of 5 years of experience in managing engineering teams and at least 7 years of experience designing complex mechanical products, ideally in human interface devices or robotics. Extensive expertise in mechanical design, materials selection, manufacturing processes, CAD modeling, and prototype development. Demonstrated experience executing development projects in heavily regulated environments, including familiarity with FDA QSR 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, IEC 60601, and other medical device regulatory standards. Strong project and program management capabilities with a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget. Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence across teams and leadership levels. A passion for tackling challenging engineering problems and driving innovations.

About the job

Managing Staff Mechanical Engineer

At Intuitive Surgical, we are revolutionizing the healthcare landscape through our state-of-the-art robotic surgical platforms designed to improve patient outcomes and transform surgical practices. Our dedicated team is at the forefront of pioneering surgical robotics technology. We are in search of a Managing Staff Mechanical Engineer who will spearhead the mechanical engineering initiatives for innovative robotic capital equipment in an exciting new clinical application.

Why You Should Join Our Team:

Lead the comprehensive development of cutting-edge surgical robotic system hardware , from initial concept and prototyping to manufacturing and market launch.
Work collaboratively with clinicians and multidisciplinary teams (software, electrical, controls) to deliver innovative, integrated solutions.
Steer technical strategy and provide hands-on leadership in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.
Participate in early architectural decisions, shaping a new system and product portfolio aimed at minimizing surgical invasiveness and enhancing patient outcomes globally.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee and mentor a small, high-performing team of mechanical engineers dedicated to robotic systems for minimally invasive surgery.
Adopt a “player-coach” approach; engage in tackling complex technical challenges with creativity, rigorous engineering analysis, and rapid design iteration.
Manage all stages of mechanical design, from prototype development to testing and validation, ensuring durable and reliable products.
Direct cross-functional projects, managing scope, schedule, budget, and risks to meet aggressive development objectives.
Contribute to strategy formulation and execution for product development, regulatory submissions, and intellectual property generation.
Promote a culture of innovation, quality, and continuous improvement within the team and across departments.
Serve as a key technical resource, resolving intricate design and manufacturing issues while integrating inputs from various disciplines.
Provide updates on team progress and risks to senior management, ensuring transparent and proactive communication.

About Intuitive Surgical, Inc.

It began with a simple question: could surgery be less invasive and recovery less painful? Nearly three decades later, that question remains at the heart of everything we do at Intuitive Surgical, Inc.. As a global leader in robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive care, our technologies—such as the da Vinci surgical system and Ion—have changed the way millions of patients receive care worldwide. We are a group of engineers, clinicians, and innovators united by a single mission: to make surgery smarter, safer, and more human. Our daily work empowers care teams to perform with greater precision and enables patients to recover more swiftly, enhancing outcomes globally. The challenges we address require creativity, rigor, and collaboration. While the work is demanding, it is profoundly rewarding; every advancement we achieve has the potential to transform lives. If you’re ready to be part of something larger than yourself...

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