Mechanical Engineer Vision RD
On-siteSunnyvale, California, United States
Job Summary
Conceptualize and review complex electro-mechanical assemblies, create CAD, thermal, and mechanical models, and simulate designs for Intuitive Surgical's da Vinci surgical system and Ion robotic platforms. Design, develop, and build mechanical components and assemblies for surgical vision systems, including opto-electromechanical sub-systems from proof of concept through detailed mechanical design and prototype manufacturing. Examine and test product designs by collecting data, conducting reliability testing, and evaluating feasibility, costs, or performance benefits of new designs. Define requirements, maintain design history files, and generate specifications, CAD drawings, and interface control documents for new and current product and fixture designs. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and vendors to source materials, troubleshoot process and component problems, and provide engineering support to Manufacturing, Materials, Test Engineering, and Service.
Required Qualifications
- Mechanical analysis experience, including thermal, stress analysis and fatigue testing
- Proficiency with FEA simulation tools (such as Ansys, Flo-EFD, ABAQUS, NASTRAN etc.)
- 3D CAD (Solidworks preferred)
- fabrication/ 2D drawings
- tolerance testing
- knowledge of GD&T methods and drafting standards
- Ability to work with hand tools and prototyping equipment
- Understanding of component selection criteria, and design for reliability and manufacturability
- Excellent communication (written, verbal), presentation, and documentation skills
- A passion for creating robust/reliable products and an excitement to learn and problem solve
- Minimum BS in Mechanical Engineering or related degree
- at least 5 years of work experience (or MS/PhD with 3 years) in medical, commercial and/or consumer products
Desired Qualifications
- Prior experience developing overall product mechanical architecture including thermal, mechanical, and optomechanical requirements with consideration for electronic, software, and optical systems
- Basic machine shop experience (e.g., CNC Mill, CNC Lathe, Laser Cutter, etc.)
- Direct medical device experience
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