Senior Clinical Development Engineer- Single Port ...

Company DescriptionIt started with a simple idea: what if surgery could be less invasive and recovery less painful? 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.We're a team of engineers, clinicians, and innovators united by one purpose: to make surgery smarter, safer, and more human. Every day, our work helps care teams perform with greater precision and patients recover faster, improving outcomes around the world.The problems we solve demand creativity, rigor, and collaboration. The work is challenging, but deeply meaningful-because every improvement we make has the potential to change a life.If you're ready to contribute to something bigger than yourself and help transform the future of healthcare, you'll find your purpose here.Job DescriptionPrimary Function of the PositionThe Senior Clinical Development Engineer (CDE) uses their in-depth knowledge of the surgical environment and medical technology to work with design engineers and clinicians to define, develop, and validate the clinical function of new products within our Single-port surgical robotic platform instrumentation and accessories. The primary focus of the CDE is to establish and validate data-driven clinical requirements to ensure a high-quality patient outcome.Essential Job Duties Apply in-depth knowledge of the operating room environment and of the da Vinci Surgical Systems to become an expert within the company on the clinical application of Intuitive's productsProvide a clinical voice to product development by defining and assessing clinical performance of new products Collaborate with marketing partners and clinicians to identify and understand clinical needs Use an analytical approach to identify potential product enhancements and new product ideasTake an active role in new product development teams, including contributing to design reviews, and providing design guidance to engineering design teamsAssess and document clinical risks, and identify appropriate mitigationsConduct pre-clinical testing to validate the safety and efficacy of new productsSupport regulatory documentation and submissionsProvide subject matter expertise to user manual and training documentation developmentSupport clinical evaluation of new products at key customer sitesMaintain current knowledge of clinical applications of Intuitive's productsKeep Intuitive's vision and values at the forefront of decision makingPerform other duties as required to support the company's overall strategy and goalsQualificationsRequired Skills and ExperienceMinimum of 8 years of experience in medical device industry with a Bachelor's degree, 6 years experience with a Master's degree, or 3 years with a PhD degreeProven experience in supporting a medical product from design to launchExperience working with surgeons in an operating room environmentFluent in surgical terminology and sound knowledge of anatomy and surgical techniqueExcellent mechanical aptitude and intuition for spatial relations, including the ability to understand complex mechanical productsExcellent analytical capability and practical skills to develop test methods and draw conclusionsExcellent teamwork skills with proven ability to cultivate collaboration across multiple disciplines Effective communication skills (verbal, written, presentation)Proven success recognizing critical issues and driving them to closure by taking coordinated actionSelf-starter needing minimal supervisionSelf-confident and able to react quickly under pressureRequired Education and TrainingMinimum of Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or similar; advanced degree preferredWorking Conditions Ability to travel up to 25% of the time, internationally and domesticFor positions related to development of the optical/vision system, the ability to have near and far visual acuity (clarity between 12 inches and 20 feet with or without corrective lenses), stereoscopy, and the ability to see all colors is required.Preferred Skills and ExperienceNoneAdditional InformationDue 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 NoticesU.S. Export Controls Disclaimer: In accordance with the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR §743.13(b)), some roles at Intuitive Surgical may be subject to U.S. export controls for prospective employeeswho are nationals from countries currently on embargo or sanctions status.Certain information you provide as part of the application will be used for purposes of determining whether Intuitive Surgical will need to (i) obtain an export license from the U.S. Government on your behalf (note: the government's licensing process can take 3 to 6+ months) or (ii) implement a Technology Control Plan ("TCP") (note: typically adds 2 weeks to the hiring process). For any Intuitive role subject to export controls, final offers are contingent upon obtaining an approved export license and/or an executed TCP prior to the prospective employee'sstart date, which may or may not be flexible, and within a timeframe that does not unreasonably impede the hiring need. If applicable, candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes. 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.This position may be filled at a different job level than listed here depending onbusiness need and/or on the selected candidate's experience, knowledge and skills.Compensation will be based primarily on the job level at which the role is filled and thecandidate's qualifications, consistent with applicable law.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. 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Created: 2026-04-15