- Robot type
- Surgical and Medical
- Location
- OrangeConnecticutUSA
- Job type
- Hardware
- Posted
- May 26, 2026
Full-time
Principal Mechanical Engineer - Instruments
Job description
Intuitive Surgical, Inc. produces the da Vinci® Surgical System, a minimally invasive robotic surgery system that uses highly complex mechanics, replaceable instruments and accessories, and enhanced three-dimensional visualization to extend surgical technique and precision beyond the limits of the human hand. The Principal Mechanical Engineer will strive to create the safest and highest quality devices for minimally invasive surgery though rigorous and robust technical analysis. This role requires strong performance in a fast-paced, high-energy team environment and the ability to learn quickly.
We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineering Expert to join our team, focusing on the…
Job requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related field. Minimum 15 years of medical device experience.
- Proven experience in the development and application of medical devices, and well regarded in the industry or academia as a subject matter expert.
- Experience developing products compliant with safety standards and regulatory requirements for medical devices.
- Lead by having a breadth of technical knowledge that enables a top-level view of the entire project. Using this perspective, act as an interface between various technical specialties.
- Contribute to design documentation throughout the entire product lifecycle such as risks, specifications, test protocols, results and regulatory materials.
- Interested in working at a fast paced, high transaction environment providing solutions throughout the entire product lifecycle.
- Hands-on engineering experience with a proven ability to work well in a team environment.
- Proven expertise and desire to coach engineers to share knowledge and impart best practice