Mechanical Engineering Manager - Surgical Robots

An innovative medical technology organization is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead the development of advanced robotic systems used in minimally invasive surgical procedures. This leadership opportunity combines hands-on mechanical engineering expertise, new product development, and team management to bring sophisticated medical devices from initial concept through commercialization. The ideal candidate is a technically strong engineering leader who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and is passionate about developing breakthrough medical technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Engineering Leadership & Team Development: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of mechanical engineers, establishing technical priorities, driving accountability, and fostering innovation while supporting individual career growth.

• Mechanical Design & Product Development: Oversee the design, prototyping, testing, and commercialization of complex robotic systems, ensuring mechanical designs meet performance, reliability, and manufacturability requirements.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Clinical Engineering, and Product Management to advance product development initiatives, resolve technical challenges, and successfully transition designs into production.

• Technical Strategy & Regulatory Compliance: Guide engineering decisions, design reviews, risk assessments, and technical documentation while maintaining compliance with FDA requirements and established medical device development standards.

Qualifications

• Engineering Experience: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline, with at least 8 years of mechanical design experience; advanced degree preferred.

• Leadership Experience: Minimum 2 years of direct people management experience, with demonstrated success developing engineering talent and leading technical teams.

• Product Development Expertise: At least 5 years of experience delivering products from concept through manufacturing, including mechanical design, prototyping, verification, and production transfer; medical device or surgical robotics experience preferred.

• Technical Proficiency: Strong expertise in 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred), mechanical analysis, design for manufacturability, component selection, and engineering problem-solving, with experience developing complex products in regulated environments highly desirable.

Salary: $176,300 USD - $253,700

Bonus: 15%

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, Critical Illness Ins., Accident Ins, Hospital Indemnity, Accolade Care, Short term/ & long term disability, AD&D (basic & supplemental)

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Pay Details: $176,000.00 to $253,000.00 per year

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• The California Fair Chance Act
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• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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