Simulated Use Test Engineer 2 at Intuitive

Primary Function of Position The Simulated Use Test Engineer will be a subject matter expert in customer use of da Vinci Surgical System product lines working with a team of dedicated individuals to test and improve the quality of the da Vinci Surgical System. The successful candidate will join in the effort to continuously improve product in Production and in the New Product Development pipeline. The candidate will accomplish this by finding new ways for product to fail diagnosing failure modes analyzing collected data advocating for and driving forward implementation of improvements and building partnerships of shared knowledge and continuous improvement across the addition the candidate must demonstrate highest levels of character energy and capacity and forge strong relationships with both teammates and internal customers. Essential Job Duties Lead project teams of various product and subsystem types (Instrument System Software Hardware Mechanical Vision New Products Product Improvements etc.)Technical and testing lead during the development of a novel new surgical robot systems instruments and accessoriesCreate effective test plans and protocols and implement new test plans and protocols within prescribed methodological frameworkExecute test cases on products following test plan design and provide post-test documentationIdentify hardware and software anomalies; find new ways to break productsPerform sanity testing of new software builds and be able to identify faulty pull requests for debuggingTroubleshoot and diagnose new and existing failure modes to responsible hardware components or software conditionsWork closely with the manufacturing engineering design engineering and software engineering teams to help conceptualize designs as well as improve reliabilityFunction as a SimUse link between Manufacturing Field Technical Specialist and Engineering departments through data analysis and comparisonRecognize opportunities to improve product quality via cross-functional process or management changes and propose solutionsSuccessfully advocate product and process improvements for customers to Engineering and ProductionFacilitate training for current and future projectsCreate new test fixtures as requiredCreatively work around constraints to meet aggressive goalsDevelop SW scripts in Python or SQL for analyzing quality and reliability dataManage identification resolution and verification of design fixes in company issue-tracking databaseCreate and publish product quality reports to cross-functional teams and upper management based on internal testing and external data gathering sources and be able to present the results in a clear and concise mannerPerform formal verification and validation of new product releases and document testing results independently.Represent department in meetings and on project teamsPresent testing results and strategy in design review meetingsWrite and process Engineering Change Orders and deviations.Demonstrate good style in attacking the problem and documenting its resolution for internal records and possibly for the FDAMentor and train new team membersProvide in-depth and interactive product demos for employees and visitorsPurchase lab supplies as neededQualifications : Required Skills and ExperienceWorking knowledge of Good Manufacturing and Good Clinical PracticesProject lead or project management experienceProficient in using Linux OS including navigating the file system managing processes and executing shell commands via the terminalSolid understanding of Python programming and experience with executing scripts.Experience working with standard test methods and protocolsAbility to read and effectively navigate through technical documentationStrong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in and lead teamsStrong written and verbal communication skills.Strong organizational problem-solving and analytical skillsDemonstrated ability to effectively influence other engineers/organizations communicate to upper management and program team and interact easily with cross functional peersDemonstrated ability to think independently make important project-related decisions.Demonstrated ability to prioritize and plan schedules estimate project effort and meet deadlines with high quality work that meets business user and design objectivesPassionate about our mission to improve process and product qualityAbility to develop cross-departmental relationshipsStrong analytic skills as proven by track record for analyzing and fixing complex problemsDemonstrated understanding of product development lifecycles design change and document change control process verification and validation methodologies production process control methodologies in a medical device environmentQuick learner who takes direction well and shows initiativeTeam player who values shared responsibility and celebrates shared successesRequired Education and Training Bachelors degree in Software Mechanical Electrical Biomedical or Computer Engineering or other technical field. Candidates without a Bachelors degree but with an Associates degree and  commensurate experience will be considered (minimum of 2 years work experience).Minimum 2 years relevant experience in a medical device companyWorking ConditionsBe able to handle raw meat for testing purposes including chicken beef and pork products.Preferred Skills and Experience Experience with software quality assurance testing methodologiesAdditional 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 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 governments 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 employeesstart 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.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 : NoEmployment Type : Full-time Key Skills Apache Commons,Asset,Art And Craft,Concrete Pump,Accident Investigation Experience: years Vacancy: 1