Sr. Mgr, 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

At Intuitive, we’re transforming healthcare through innovative robotic surgical platforms that enhance patient outcomes and redefine surgical care. Our Future Forward team is a passionate, cross-functional group pioneering breakthrough instruments and accessories for next-generation surgical robotics. We’re seeking a Sr. Manager to lead mechanical engineering efforts for novel instrument design in an exciting new clinical application.

Why Join Us?
•    Lead the end-to-end development of groundbreaking surgical instruments—from concept and prototyping   through manufacturing and commercialization.
•    Collaborate closely with clinicians and interdisciplinary teams (software, electrical, controls) to deliver innovative, integrated solutions.
•    Drive technical strategy and provide hands-on leadership in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
•    Influence a product portfolio aimed at reducing surgical invasiveness and improving patient outcomes worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:
•    Manage and mentor a high-performing team of mechanical engineers focused on instruments and accessories for robotic surgery.
•    Coach and mentor managers across the team to enhance their leadership capabilities and ensure effective team management.
•    Oversee all phases of mechanical design, prototype development, testing, and validation to ensure robust, reliable products.
•    Lead cross-functional projects, balancing scope, schedule, budget, and risk to deliver on aggressive development goals.
•    Develop and execute strategies for product development, regulatory submissions, and intellectual property creation.
•    Foster a culture of innovation, quality, and continuous improvement within the team and across functions.
•    Act as a key technical resource, resolving complex design and manufacturing challenges while integrating multidisciplinary inputs.
•    Represent the team’s progress and risks to senior leadership, driving transparent and proactive communication.

Qualifications

What You Bring:
•    Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Systems Engineering, or related discipline.
•    7+ years’ experience managing engineering teams and at least 10 years designing complex mechanical products, preferably in medical devices or robotics.
•    Deep expertise in mechanical design, materials selection, manufacturing processes, CAD modeling, and prototype development.
•    Proven experience navigating FDA QSR 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, IEC 60601, and other medical device regulatory standards.
•    Strong project and program management skills with a track record of delivering products on time and within budget.
•    Exceptional communication skills and ability to influence across teams and leadership levels.
•    Passion for solving challenging engineering problems and delivering patient-impacting innovations.

Location & Commitment:
•    This full-time role is based in Sunnyvale, CA. Relocation assistance is available.
•    Travel up to 10%, including some international travel, may be required.

Additional Information

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