Senior Engineering Technician

Company: Intuitive Surgical
Location: Sunnyvale
Posted on: February 24, 2021

Job Description:

At Intuitive, 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. Our mission is our guiding force; our culture is the DNA that makes us unique. As a pioneer in robotic-assisted surgery (RAS), we have been expanding our innovations through technology to help make a difference in the world. For 25 years, human ingenuity has guided our journey to help solve some of healthcare's complex challenges. We believe a great idea can come from anywhere-inclusion and mutual respect are vital to our culture. We value character grounded in integrity, a strong capacity to learn, the energy to get things done, and diverse 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 strive to 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 help to advance the world of minimally invasive care. Primary Function of Position: This position will be responsible for the support of engineers in the Vision NPI department. This includes assembly of test equipment for endoscopes and other vision system components, assembling prototype endoscopes, and conducting testing and calibration of endoscopes and other components of Intuitive's vision system. This position will also be responsible for the preventive maintenance and calibration of engineering owned imaging and electronic test equipment in the Vision NPI engineering lab.

• Build and assist with construction of electro-mechanical test fixtures and engineering prototypes
• Build and testing of prototype endoscopes and other vision related products
• Perform tests and calibration of optical systems using custom made test equipment
• Performing equipment qualifications IQOQPQ and GR&R
• Coordinate or perform Preventive Maintenance of customized test fixtures
• Perform other engineering technician duties as-needed Skills, Experience, Education, & Training:
  • Minimum 8+ years of experience in manufacturing/engineering environment
  • Certificate or Associates degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics Technology preferred.
  • Experience with electro-mechanical manufacturing and test with optical test platforms preferred
  • Able to contribute on design, construction, and improvement of electro-mechanical test fixtures
  • Ability to solve technical issues with a basic understanding of mechanical dwgs & electrical schematics
  • Ability to fabricate fixtures from assembly drawings and associated documentation
  • Experience with basic electrical measurement techniques
  • Hands-on capability performing compact assembly tasks including soldering
  • Proven ability to work well in team environment
  • Proficiency with computers and Excel software
  • Familiarity with Agile or equivalent PDM tool
  • Familiarity with SAP or equivalent ERP tool
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills Intuitive is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.

Keywords: Intuitive Surgical, Sunnyvale , Senior Engineering Technician, Engineering , Sunnyvale, California