Sr Mgr Supplier Engineering
Core
Lead supplier engineering strategy and team for manufacturing process selection, supplier qualification, and technical risk mitigation for Intuitive's next-generation robotic platforms.
Role type
Senior Manager, Supplier Engineering
Builds
Robotic surgical platforms (da Vinci, Ion) and their component supply chains
Domain
Medical Devices / Robotics / Manufacturing Engineering
Required skills
Team leadership, New Product Introduction (NPI), GD&T, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, pFMEA, process validation, root cause investigation, ERP systems, design-for-manufacturability
Preferred skills
21 CFR part 820, ISO 13485, high-volume medical device experience
Technologies
Motion control systems, electromechanical assemblies, electronics, precision mechanical components, motor assemblies, encoders, gearboxes, brakes, bearings, PCBAs, cable assemblies, machined components
Responsibilities
Lead and develop a team of Supplier Engineers; Own supplier engineering strategy for critical technologies; Drive supplier selection, qualification, development, and technical risk mitigation; Partner with Engineering and Sourcing teams on make-versus-buy decisions; Lead technical assessments of supplier capabilities and manufacturing readiness; Drive design-for-manufacturability and design-for-supply-chain excellence; Partner with Program Management to mitigate program risks.
Seniority
Senior Manager, hands-on IC with team leadership
