Job Specifications
Company Description
It 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 Description
Primary Function of Position
Systems Analysts (Robotic Algorithms and Controls Engineers) at Intuitive Surgical advance the capabilities of the industry-leading robotic platform for minimally invasive surgery though rigorous and robust technical analysis. This internship position is responsible for motion control and software architecture of fixtures that characterize and calibrate daVinci instruments during manufacture. Required skills include knowledge of control systems, software development, and a solid understanding of mechanical systems.
Essential Job Duties
Based on a solid understanding of the instrument mechanics/dynamics, develop motion routines to test, calibrate, and aid in assembly of the instruments.
Collaborate with the manufacturing software team to integrate these motion routines into the fixture software.
Collaborate with the manufacturing engineering team to understand and optimize workflow.
Lead by having a breadth of technical knowledge that enables a top-level view of the entire project. Using this perspective, you will act as an interface between various technical specialties; Take ownership of issues that cross disciplinary boundaries and use your broad skillset to ensure the success of the project.
Qualifications
Required Skills and Experience
Intuitive understanding of mechanical phenomena with ability to do rigorous analysis.
Knowledge of servo control systems.
C/C++ and MATLAB programming skills, as well as hardware, software, and mechanism integration skills.
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
Ability to work independently and the determination to solve challenging problems.
University Hiring Program Eligibility Requirements
University Enrollment: Must be currently enrolled in and returning to an accredited degree-seeking academic program after the internship.
Internship Work Period: Must be available to work full-time (approximately 40 hours per week) during a 10-12 week period starting May or June. Specific start dates are shared during the recruiting process.
Required Education And Training
Current enrollment in a Mechanical Engineering or related degree-seeking program at the Doctorate level. Master’s level students would also be considered based on specific relevant experience.
Working Conditions
none
Preferred Skills And Experience
Knowledge of Python and basic SQL is a plus.
Knowledge of statistics is a plus.
Knowledge of electrical and mechanical design principles and CAD tools is a plus.
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
U.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 employees who 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 appr
About the Company
Intuitive (Nasdaq: ISRG), headquartered in Sunnyvale, Calif., is a global technology leader in minimally invasive care and the pioneer of robotic-assisted surgery. 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.
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