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Staff Mechanical Design Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA, us💼 Full-time🗓 2026-08-07 → 2026-09-25

Core

Lead the design, sourcing, development, and integration of novel mechanical and mechatronic concepts for surgical instruments and accessories for the da Vinci robotic surgical system.

Role type

Staff Mechanical Design Engineer (Medical Robotics)

Builds

Novel mechanical instruments and accessories for the da Vinci robotic surgical system

Domain

Medical Robotics / Surgical Instruments

Deliverable

production ML models | product features

Required skills

Conceptual design, detailed design, analytical modeling, prototyping, troubleshooting, mechatronics, robotics, servo-controlled systems, finite element analysis, statistics, experimental designs, high-volume component design (injection molded, MIM), design for reliability and manufacturability, CAD design, hands-on machine shop operation, supplier management, patent documentation, technical mentorship

Preferred skills

Software control algorithms development, SolidWorks proficiency, medical product experience

Technologies

SolidWorks, CAD, machine shop equipment (mill, lathe), measurement and test equipment

Responsibilities

Develop technical requirements based on user needs; perform conceptual and detailed design for novel instruments; create new product architectures; conduct early design verification and validation testing; assist with clinical evaluation of prototypes; identify and test new materials and manufacturing processes; manage relationships with key suppliers; document and review patent submissions; review mechanical engineering designs of other engineers; refine designs for transfer to new product development organization

Seniority

Staff, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities

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