System Analyst Robotic Algorithms & Control Engr

Primary Functions of the Position: Systems Analysts (Robotic Control Engineers) at Intuitive Surgical perform a central role in the design development and support of new products in the daVinci Surgery product line. Systems Analysts are primarily responsible for the tele-robotic motion control algorithms robotic manipulator control and safety algorithms for new surgical robots and surgical instruments. This responsibility crosses into electrical mechanical software control user interface and safety engineering where all the subsystems are integrated together. Systems Analysts strive to provide early design input quickly prove out new designs and seek out solutions to subtle and challenging problems in system integration and motion control. Responsibilities continue until the products are shipping to customers with the highest quality and reliability.

Roles and responsibilities

• Design develop implement and test key product control and safety software algorithms

• Analyze complex medical electro-mechanical devices and servo control systems for safety and clinical risk perform thorough failure mode analysis and provide risk mitigation strategies

• Address issues at production and also in the field perform analysis evaluate risk determine root causes propose design improvements and provide solutions

Qualifications :

Skill/Job Requirements:

• PhD (or Masters plus equivalent work experience) in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering with experience in robotics and control of mechatronic systems

• Strong background in the design of classical and modern servo control systems.

• Possess strong C/C and MATLAB programming skills. Knowledge of Python would be a plus.

• Prior experience in computer vision algorithms would be a plus. Hands-on experience (2 years) in the design and implementation of real-time controllers for mechatronic systems would be a plus.

• Be guided by strong engineering intuition for mechatronic systems and at the same time be detail oriented and able to develop and push a single solution to completion.

• Excel in a high-energy team and demonstrate excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

• Show passion for product quality and continuous improvements.

• Have the ability to work independently and the determination to get through challenging problems.

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.

Mandatory Notices

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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.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time