Research Engineer, Advanced Energy

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Company Description

At Intuitive, we are united behind our mission: 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.
As a pioneer and market leader in robotic-assisted surgery, we strive to foster an inclusive and diverse team, committed to making a difference.

For more than 25 years, we have worked with hospitals and care teams around the world to help solve some of healthcare's hardest challenges and advance what is possible.

Intuitive has been built by the efforts of great people from diverse backgrounds.

We believe great ideas can come from anywhere.

We strive to foster an inclusive culture built around diversity of thought and mutual respect.

We lead with inclusion and empower our team members to do their best work as their most authentic selves.

Passionate people who want to make a difference drive our culture.

Our team members are grounded in integrity, have a strong capacity to learn, the energy to get things done, and bring diverse, real world 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 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 advance the world of minimally invasive care.

Job Description

Primary Function of Position

The Research Engineer, Advanced Energy, is responsible for supporting investigations of complex system behaviors related to new advanced energy applications at Intuitive.

Their focus will be on conducting experiments to support design and development of novel advanced energy instruments, contributing to the exploration of a novel system concept for new applications in surgical robotics.

They will be a core member of the Advanced Research team responsible for supporting innovative technology development and commercialization.

They will possess the ability to deeply understand individually complex mechanical, electrical, and biological systems while also working effectively within an interdisciplinary team to analyze higher-level system interactions and outputs.

They must have exceptional technical depth in relevant areas and have a track record of successful research within a product development framework.

Using their subject matter expertise, exceptional communication skills, and resourcefulness, they will identify key questions, and will design and execute experiments to support evidence-based development of advanced energy systems for novel clinical applications.

They will thrive in a high-energy, fast-paced environment, bringing an exceptional commitment to quality research and development.

Key attributes include curiosity, critical thinking, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset.

They must excel in a small-team setting, with a shared sense of responsibility and reward, and must consistently deliver high-fidelity results.

Essential Job Duties

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience

Required Education and Training

Working Conditions

Preferred Skills and Experience

Additional Information

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.

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.

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity.

It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications.

The target salary ranges are listed.

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.

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.

Preference will be given to qualified candidates who do not reside, or plan to reside, in Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, or Tennessee.

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity.

It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications.

The target compensation ranges are listed.

Required Skill Profession

Engineers