Primary Function of Position The Future Forward group within Intuitive Surgical is searching for a Mechanical Engineer to help design and construct manufacturing equipment to support production of Intuitive’s robotic systems, instruments and accessories. This role is an exciting opportunity to help define the eventual manufacturing capabilities from early prototypes through clinical trials and into product launch. This candidate will thrive working independently and with senior level equipment staff and other manufacturing and software departments to develop and sustain custom equipment for production use. Typical projects will range in complexity from custom manual fixtures to semi-automated electro-mechanical systems, integrating workholding, sensing, motion and vision control.