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Horizon Surgical Systems

Senior/Staff/Principal Mechanical Engineer - Robotic Hardware

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Description

You will develop electromechanical subsystems for a surgical robotic system, independently and with other engineers. You will design robotic mechanisms, prototype, debug, test, analyze risks, and improve safety and functionality. You will follow design standards, quality-management processes, and project plans while communicating technical work to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Develop electromechanical subsystems for a surgical robotic system
  • Lead and participate in engineering teams
  • Follow and contribute to design standards, quality management, and project planning
  • Analyze engineering problems, mitigate risks, and maximize system safety and functionality
  • Collaborate on interdisciplinary robot-development challenges
  • Communicate and present technical work to management, teams, and external parties

Requirements

  • Relevant degree in mechanical, electrical, mechatronics, biomedical, robotics, materials science, or computer science
  • At least 5 years of robot product development experience with a bachelor's degree or 3 years with a master's degree
  • Experience developing multi-DOF robotic systems from concept to functional prototype
  • Mechanical design expertise for robotic mechanisms, joints, transmissions, kinematics, dynamics, and workspace analysis
  • Working knowledge of electrical design, PCB design, component selection, and wiring
  • FDA-compliant design experience
  • SolidWorks, SolidWorks PDM, and GD&T proficiency
  • Hands-on prototyping, debugging, and testing experience
  • Programming ability with Python, MATLAB, C, or C++
  • Ability to work on-site in Santa Monica or Malibu, California five days per week

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Remote days
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Paid maternity leave
  • Paid paternity leave
  • Company holidays

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