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Sr. Dir, Equipment Software and Controls

Intuitive (Intuitive Surgical)

$231,200 - $408,000
Sep 11, 2025
Sunnyvale, CA, US
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Intuitive is looking to define and implement a strategic vision for factory automation and factory intelligence across their manufacturing sites globally, to advance the world of minimally invasive care.

Requirements

  • Bachelors or Masters in Engineering Computer Science, Controls, Machine Vision or Electrical Engineering required (Ph.D is a plus).
  • Strong hands-on experience (5+ years) controlling physical processes using both traditional industrial automation (PLC, DCS) systems as well as embedded systems (e.g. real time industrial PCs or DSPs).
  • Deep expertise in SW Languages – C-Sharp, Python, Java
  • Deep expertise in Motion Control , PLC, Machine Vision, Sensor Integration
  • Deep expertise in Data Engineering and Data Analytics
  • Deep expertise in IT, Cyber Security and Networking
  • Deep expertise in Equipment Safety Standards
  • Experience with SAP (ERP), Agile (PLM), Polarion (ALM) is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the Multiport Equipment Software and Controls Engineering team to design, build, validate and scale electro-mechanical production equipment, automated test equipment, tooling, and fixtures.
  • Provide technical direction and problem resolution during product development, deployment and long-term sustaining of manufacturing and automation systems in a 24x7 production environment.
  • Architect Software framework for equipment designs tied to product development cycles and oversee implementation of automation systems, using a blend of custom software and traditional industrial controls.
  • Effectively manage Software Development for internal equipment projects, from concept definition and business case, through final qualification and facility transfers.
  • Support equipment engineering personnel and manufacturing sites globally.
  • Enable Process Engineering teams with tools allowing data acquisition (SCADA), data management and data analytics.
  • Leverage manufacturing data and factory intelligence to improve product design and operational efficiency.

Other

  • Proven executive leadership management experience.
  • Build, develop credibility and relationships at all levels of the organization to successfully drive functional, product and business objectives.
  • Create an environment of high expectations and achievement.
  • Ownership of recruitment, retention and development of top talent.
  • Requires 20% travel including International Travel to our sites in MX, Germany and Asia.