Electrical Engineering Intern
Intuitive
Summary
As an Electrical Engineer Intern, you will work with a group of talented and dedicated people to improve and extend Intuitive robotic product lines. You will contribute broadly to the Future Forward group, with focus on development of innovative electronics at the heart of Intuitive systems. As a member of the Future Forward engineering team, you will be involved in designing, implementing, and testing complex boards and integrate them into complete surgical robot solutions.
Job description
Primary Function of Position
As an Electrical Engineer Intern, you will work with a group of talented and dedicated people to improve and extend Intuitive robotic product lines. You will contribute broadly to the Future Forward group, with focus on development of innovative electronics at the heart of Intuitive systems. As a member of the Future Forward engineering team, you will be involved in designing, implementing, and testing complex boards and integrate them into complete surgical robot solutions.
The successful candidate must excel in a high-energy, small, focused team environment, be able to drive to solutions from rough requirements and methodical prototype iterations and have a commitment to high product quality that places patients first. Quick learning and a desire to understand requirements from a user's and engineering's perspective are essential to becoming a valuable system developer.
Essential Job Duties
This position has shared responsibility and participates in all aspects related to the electronic board design for robotic surgical systems. The Electrical Engineering Intern will:
- Design, implement and test board prototypes as part of a broader platform development effort.
- Follow best design methods and practices, to meet product requirements and integrate design outputs into effective system designs.
- Utilize "first principles" thinking when diagnosing design and manufacturing issues, providing domain-relevant expertise and support to other functions.
- Participate in the design controls process in compliance with the Intuitive Quality Management System, including thorough documentation of design requirements, specifications and risk analyses; to ensure that medical device designs meet product quality and safety requirements.
Qualifications
Required Skills and Experience: Taken university courses related to board design. University lab experience or previous internships.
University Hiring Program Eligibility Requirements: Must be currently enrolled in and returning to an accredited degree-seeking academic program after the internship. Must be available to work full-time (approximately 40 hours per week) during a 10-12 week period starting May or June.
Required Education and Training: Current enrollment in an Electrical & Computer Engineering degree-seeking program at the Bachelor level or above.
Requirements
- Taken university courses related to board design
- University lab experience or previous internships
- Must be currently enrolled in and returning to an accredited degree-seeking academic program after the internship
- Must be available to work full-time (approximately 40 hours per week) during a 10-12 week period starting May or June
- Current enrollment in an Electrical & Computer Engineering degree-seeking program at the Bachelor level or above
Benefits
- Housing Allowance
- Medical, Dental & Vision
Company overview
Intuitive Surgical, Inc., commonly known as Intuitive, is a global technology leader in minimally invasive care and the pioneer of robotic-assisted surgery. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company has revolutionized surgical procedures through its flagship da Vinci Surgical System and Ion endoluminal system. As a publicly traded company on NASDAQ (ISRG), Intuitive has established itself as the dominant player in robotic surgery, with over 15,000 employees worldwide and an installed base of thousands of surgical systems across more than 60 countries. The company's innovative platforms enable surgeons to perform complex procedures with enhanced precision, flexibility, and control through minimally invasive techniques. Intuitive's technology portfolio includes advanced vision systems, wristed instruments, and intelligent software that work together to optimize surgical outcomes. The company continues to expand its product offerings and geographic presence while maintaining a strong focus on clinical evidence, physician training, and patient safety. With annual revenues exceeding $8 billion, Intuitive represents a transformative force in modern healthcare, driving the adoption of robotic-assisted procedures across multiple surgical specialties including urology, gynecology, general surgery, and thoracic surgery.