Intuitive Autonomy

Intuitive Autonomy

Senior Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technician

Sunnyvale, CA, United States · Senior · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 1 day ago
PCB DesignMechanical DesignElectrical EngineeringClinical Laboratory TechniquesCommunicationMicrosoft Office

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About the role

  • Nearly 30 years later, that question still fuels everything we do at Intuitive.
  • As a global leader in robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive care, our technologies-like the da Vinci surgical system and Ion -have transformed how care is delivered for millions of patients worldwide.

Responsibilities

  • Build, rework, inspect, and troubleshoot SMT and through-hole PCB assemblies, including high-precision soldering, component replacement, micro-rework, trace modifications, and jumper installation.
  • Perform manual soldering and rework under a microscope or similar magnification equipment.
  • Inspect PCBAs and validate workmanship through electrical and functional testing.
  • Fabricate, rework, test, and document control boxes, wire harnesses, and custom cables using proper cutting, stripping, soldering, crimping, connector assembly, labeling, and wire-management techniques.
  • Assemble, modify, troubleshoot, and maintain mechanical and electro-mechanical prototypes, including small precision components and mechanisms.
  • Manage 3D-printing activities, including print preparation, material selection, equipment setup, print monitoring, part removal, post-processing, and basic printer troubleshooting.
  • Perform basic prototype fabrication and modification using hand tools, power tools, and appropriate machine-shop equipment.
  • Support mechanical assembly processes such as fastening, alignment, adhesive bonding, laser welding, precision wire preparation, and integration of sensors, motors, PCBAs, cables, and connectors.
  • Coordinate prototype builds and test preparation with engineering teams and other cross-functional groups.
  • Document prototype assembly, rework, inspection, and test procedures.

Requirements

  • 8+ years of hands-on experience supporting electrical, electro-mechanical, mechatronic, or robotic product development in an engineering laboratory or manufacturing environment.
  • Demonstrated expertise in PCBA assembly, inspection, rework, micro-soldering, and electrical troubleshooting.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, assembly drawings, and work instructions.
  • Experience operating oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, power supplies, and other electrical test equipment.
  • Experience operating 3D printers or other rapid-prototyping equipment.
  • Experience with mechanical assembly methods, including fastening, adhesive bonding, precision alignment, and small-component assembly.
  • Manual dexterity and the ability to assemble, solder, inspect, and rework small components under magnification.
  • Ability to work independently with limited supervision and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced R&D environment.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
  • The ideal candidate will be fully proficient in all typical instrument manufacturing processes.

Nice to have

  • Experience with laser welding, machining, adhesive selection, cable fabrication, and precision manufacturing processes.
  • Experience preparing equipment and prototypes for benchtop or pre-clinical laboratory evaluations.
  • Familiarity with CAD file handling, slicing software, and additive manufacturing workflows.
  • Due to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19.
  • Details can vary by role.
  • Intuitive is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
  • Mandatory Notices
  • If applicable, candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes.

Skills

  • It started with a simple idea: what if surgery could be less invasive and recovery less painful?

Benefits

  • Inspect prototype components and assemblies using calipers, micrometers, microscopes, vision systems, CMMs, and other metrology equipment.
  • Ability to inspect components and assemblies using standard metrology equipment, including calipers, micrometers, microscopes, and vision systems.

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