Manager, Mechanical Engineering

Company Description

At Intuitive, we are united behind our mission : we believe that minimally invasive care is life-enhancing care. Through ingenuity and intelligent technology, we expand the potential of physicians to heal without constraints.

As a pioneer and market leader in robotic-assisted surgery, we strive to foster an inclusive and diverse team, committed to making a difference. For more than 25 years, we have worked with hospitals and care teams around the world to help solve some of healthcare's hardest challenges and advance what is possible.

Intuitive has been built by the efforts of great people from diverse backgrounds. We believe great ideas can come from anywhere. We strive to foster an inclusive culture built around diversity of thought and mutual respect. We lead with inclusion and empower our team members to do their best work as their most authentic selves.

Passionate people who want to make a difference drive our culture. Our team members are grounded in integrity, have a strong capacity to learn, the energy to get things done, and bring diverse, real world experiences to help us think in new ways. We actively invest in our team members to support their long‑term growth so they can continue to advance our mission and achieve their highest potential.

Join a team committed to taking big leaps forward for a global community of healthcare professionals and their patients. Together, let's advance the world of minimally invasive care.

Job Description

Primary Function of Position

Intuitive designs and manufactures highly complex robotic systems for use in minimally invasive surgical applications. Our da Vinci® Surgical Systems design engineering team is committed to utilizing cutting‑edge research and technology to develop innovative solutions for our current and next generation surgical robot systems.

We are seeking a candidate with an analytical mind and exceptional leadership and mechanical design skills to lead a team who investigates complex design issues, design and implement solutions while committing to the highest product quality and reliability for our robotic platform.

This role works closely with numerous internal teams to ensure designs meet clinical and user needs and perform reliably and effectively in the field. In this position, you will lead a team of talented engineers in a focused, fast‑paced, collaborative work environment, while making sound decisions when faced with the time pressures and ambiguous or incomplete information typical of issue troubleshooting and product development.

Essential Job Duties

Lead a team of mechanical engineers supporting the Continuous Improvement of the da Vinci® Surgical System.

• Understand and exemplify Intuitive's culture of first principles thinking and that patients come first, always.
• Coach, evaluate and give feedback to the team members throughout the year and through annual Performance Review.
• Work with team members to create long‑term development plans.
• Manage the team's assignments, priorities and budget annually.
• Provide guidance through complex situations or conflicting goals.

Project management

Risk management

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience

Required Education and Training

Working Conditions

Preferred Skills and Experience

Additional Information

Due to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and / or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19. Details can vary by role.

Mandatory Notices

U.S. Export Controls Disclaimer : In accordance with the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR § 743.13(b)), some roles at Intuitive Surgical may be subject to U.S. export controls for prospective employees who are nationals from countries currently on embargo or sanctions status.

Certain information you provide as part of the application will be used for purposes of determining whether Intuitive Surgical will need to (i) obtain an export license from the U.S. Government on your behalf (note : the government's licensing process can take 3 to 6+ months) or (ii) implement a Technology Control Plan ("TCP"). (note : typically adds 2 weeks to the hiring process).

For any Intuitive role subject to export controls, final offers are contingent upon obtaining an approved export license and / or an executed TCP prior to the prospective employee's start date, which may or may not be flexible, and within a timeframe that does not unreasonably impede the hiring need. If applicable, candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.

Preference will be given to qualified candidates who do not reside, or plan to reside, in Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, or Tennessee.

We provide market‑competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications. The target compensation ranges are listed.

Base Compensation

Base Compensation Range Region 1 : $171,300 USD – $246,500 USD

Base Compensation Range Region 2 : $145,600 USD – $209,600 USD

Shift : Day

Travel : 10% of the time

Workplace Type : Set Schedule – This job will be onsite weekly, the percentage of onsite work will be defined by the leader.

EEO Statement

Intuitive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.

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