Machinist CNC Programmer 3

It started with a simple idea: what if surgery could be less invasive and recovery less painful? Nearly 30 years later, that question still fuels everything we do at Intuitive. As a global leader in robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive care, our technologies—like the da Vinci surgical system and Ion—have transformed how care is delivered for millions of patients worldwide.

We’re a team of engineers, clinicians, and innovators united by one purpose: to make surgery smarter, safer, and more human. Every day, our work helps care teams perform with greater precision and patients recover faster, improving outcomes around the world.

The problems we solve demand creativity, rigor, and collaboration. The work is challenging, but deeply meaningful—because every improvement we make has the potential to change a life.

If you’re ready to contribute to something bigger than yourself and help transform the future of healthcare, you’ll find your purpose here.

Primary Function of Position

Intuitive Surgical designs and manufactures highly complex mechanical systems for use in surgery. The Machine Shop is responsible for providing support to development, engineering, and manufacturing.  This support includes both new part fabrication and modification of mechanical components.

We are looking for an energetic, self-motivated, well-rounded machinist/model maker that can bring experience and the willingness to grow in our company.  The job requires the ability to be a creative thinker with the ability to work with the engineering staff to solve problems daily. This person needs to independently program and operate CNC machines, including Mill, Lathe and Wire, to tight tolerances.  We are looking for a person with experience using a variety of materials including stainless and tool steel, aluminum, and a variety of plastics. Being able to use advanced inspection equipment to qualify parts is also required for this position.  We are looking for a team player with a “can do” attitude.  We offer competitive pay, great benefits in a friendly and professional work environment.

Essential Job Duties

• Support Engineering staff in all new product development

• Fabricate new parts.

• Modifications to existing parts

Essential Job Duties  

• Support Engineering staff in all new product development  

• Fabricate new parts.  

• Modifications to existing parts  

Required Skills and Experience  

• Comfortable working in a team environment and having a positive attitude. 

• Ability to work in a precision component environment. 

• Ability to operate basic machine shop equipment, Bridgeport Mill, Bandsaw, Table saw, Manual Lathe, Drill press, Grinder.  

• Ability to develop setup fixtures and intricate tight tolerance work holding assemblies. 

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.  

• Functional ability to program Multi Axis 3+2 Mill, Lathe and EDM using MasterCam (Ability to utilize MasterCam drafting features and design functions. Basic understanding of 3D software, Solidworks) 

• Ability to check dimensions of the part according to blueprint, by using precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, fixtures, gauges, Digital vision systems, Comparator and other test equipment including Hardness testing, and surface roughness testing 

• Applying knowledge of mechanics, mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures 

• Advanced level understanding of metal and plastic properties and how to machine these materials.  

• Functional understanding of speeds and feeds of different materials and the ability to adjust accordingly. 

• Ability to machine to very tight tolerances ±.0005 

• Critical thinking, good judgment and decision-making skills, and complex problem-solving abilities 

• Ability to run entire part fabrication on your own.  

• Must be motivated and responsible for the job; deadlines are a daily occurrence.  

• Willingness to learn new systems and software, to take the lead on some individual pieces of equipment.  

• Ability to learn how to use rapid prototyping equipment and processes including silicone mold making and casting. 

• Time management, working with multiple projects.  

• Attention to detail including the work environment to keep always shop clean and safe.  

• Attention to machinery and maintenance programs required to keep equipment operating at its peak performance.  

• Willingness to work with calibration reports and to ensure all equipment is within calibration.  

• Experience with metal and plastic fabrication  

Required Education and Training  

• 5-7 years of experience as a CNC machinist 

• High school or vocational technical high school diploma,  

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 Notices

U.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 employees
who 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 government’s 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 employee’s
start 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.

This position may be filled at a different job level than listed here depending on
business need and/or on the selected candidate’s experience, knowledge and skills.
Compensation will be based primarily on the job level at which the role is filled and the
candidate’s qualifications, consistent with applicable law.

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.