Job Description
Primary Function of Position
Design and create pioneering laser manufacturing processes and equipment used to support the production of the Intuitive Ion robotic instruments and accessories in a multi-national manufacturing environment. The Sr Manufacturing Engineer is an individual with high energy, ownership, integrity, and accountability who will drive laser-related project planning, prototyping and feasibility development, Design of Experiments (DOE) and process validation activities across a variety of laser processes including but not limited to welding, cutting, and ablation. The successful candidate should also provide technical leadership within the manufacturing engineering team and inspire and work closely with the team of junior and senior engineering staff to implement laser process best practices.
Essential Job Duties
• Design, operate, and maintain in-house proprietary laser processes and systems from concept to full implementation.
• Investigate and implement optimal laser systems and services that meet functional, safety, documentation, validation requirements, and industry standards.
• Direct and perform development and validation activities on laser manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Perform troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and maintenance on laser systems.
• Implement, support, and monitor proper laser safety procedures.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor equipment staff on laser system design and integration with manufacturing equipment.
• Assist in creating and managing laser system specifications and schedules that best support company and department goals.
• Interface with a multitude of technical and counterpart teams in the creation and sustaining of laser systems and production operations.
• Establish and manage external resources (system integrators and vendors) in the planning and execution of laser process and equipment projects.
• Remain up-to-date on industry trends and developments of laser system and technology.
• Support quality and internal/external audits as required.
• Support other laser-related operations and duties as required.
Sunnyvale CA United States