Sr. Mechanical Engineer - Equipment

Intuitive•Sunnyvale, CA

About The Position

Senior Mechanical Engineer for Stapler Manufacturing Equipment will design and construct pioneering manufacturing equipment used to produce minimally invasive medical devices. This manufacturing equipment will range in complexity from custom manual fixtures to automated electromechanical systems, integrating functions such as electronic sensing, motion control, and machine vision. This position will play a critical role in developing cutting edge manufacturing capabilities to enable the future of minimally invasive surgery. The ideal candidate will have experience specifying and\or developing custom automated equipment from design to sustained production use, will have demonstrated proficiency in mechanical design and the integration of electromechanical components and robotics, and will thrive working independently on complex projects. This individual will be capable of successfully leading teams in design and validation, while mentoring other engineers.

Requirements

BSME, Mechanical Engineering, Controls, Software Engineering, Mechatronics or similar; advanced degree preferred.
8+ years of experience, minimum 5 years’ experience developing and designing automated production systems.
Strong familiarity with industrial robot systems controls and programming including familiarity with pneumatic controls, sensors, servos and other actuators
Deep knowledge of high precision design
3D and 2D CAD proficiency, SolidWorks preferred
Project planning and execution
Great attitude, eager, willing/able to take initiative, works well mentoring others in team environment
Knowledge 6 sigma methodology
Data analysis with Minitab or JMP
Ability to read electrical and plumbing schematics
Able to travel periodically (5-10%). Travel to production plant in Mexico to ensure technology transfer to personnel. Occasionally travel domestically and internationally to equipment and material suppliers

Nice To Haves

Have familiarity with Robot programming (Fanuc, Denso)
C/C++, and Python is a plus
Possess strong technical analytical skills including motion control algorithms a plus
Have previous experience in medical device, aerospace or other regulated manufacturing environments, or high-volume manufacturing a plus
You are Bilingual (Spanish)

Responsibilities

Conceive, design, document, procure and build manufacturing equipment deemed proprietary to Intuitive Surgical: components and assemblies for robotic stapling manufacturing applications
Designs will include pick and place mechanisms, conveyor systems, robotic end effectors and overall mechanical platforms.
Specify requirements for manufacturing equipment which may be designed and fabricated by third parties and jointly develop custom tooling.
Perform engineering studies to characterize equipment process windows.
Thoroughly document all aspects of the equipment, including its requirements, design, operation, and qualification in compliance with Good Manufacturing Processes (GMP).
Improve product quality and reliability using Six Sigma, Cpk, PpkGauge R&R, and similar quality tools.
Support product cost reductions derived from equipment and tooling used in manufacturing.
Advocate techniques for world-class equipment and tooling design for manufacturing, assembly and product test.
Purchase and definition of new equipment, set-up, qualification, and release of equipment into production.
Maintenance and upgrading of existing machines to set-up of new equipment/lines.
Production line duplications and bring up.
Mentor team members and build mechanical equipment engineering strength in the team.
Identify project opportunities, scope work, build teams, and own projects from creation to completion.