Manager Mechanical Engineering
On-siteSunnyvale, California, United States
Job Summary
Lead a small to medium-sized group of mechanical design engineers in developing instrument and accessory products for the da Vinci system, guiding the team through all phases of the product lifecycle from early feasibility to post-market improvements. Collaborate with Product Management, Clinical Engineering, and Human Factors Engineering to create product roadmaps, translate customer needs into project plans, and ensure efficient operation across cross-functional teams. Manage design requirements, prototyping, testing, and refinement while motivating direct reports, developing staffing plans, and maintaining compliance with the Quality Management System. Build and retain a capable team by recruiting, coaching, and tracking individual goals, while overseeing lab resources and facilitating design transfer to manufacturing and supplier engineering.
Required Qualifications
- Selfless leader who inspires trust and commitment within the team through integrity, passion, and professional excellence.
- At least 8 years of experience designing mechanical products or relevant R&D experience.
- At least 1-3 years of experience as a people manager or leading teams through project management or team leadership efforts.
- Experience in medical device product development or similar highly regulated environment.
- Hands-on engineering manager with a proven ability to work well in a collaborative team environment.
- Familiarity with all phases of the product development lifecycle, including design, implementation, debug, verification, qualification, and transfer.
- Strong design and analysis skills, and knowledge of CAD and analysis tools.
- Professional communication skills; able to present effectively to leaders and cross-functional groups.
- Project management, planning, and change-management skills.
- Ability to lead and influence direct reports and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- People management abilities to ensure team success through staffing, productivity, and development.
- B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field required.
Desired Qualifications
- M.S. or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
- Experience taking one or more commercial products through the full design, development, and launch cycle.
- Knowledge and experience working on surgical instruments or similar products (e.g., catheters, implants).
- Experience with robotic systems, including sensors, motors, and drive trains, is a plus.
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