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Mechanical Engineer

Intuitive Surgical

Huntsville, AL · Posted September 22, 2026

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INTUITIVE® is a nationally recognized Best Place to Work that provides solutions from design through production to sustainment by delivering targeted results. Our approach couples the latest technology with engineering expertise and analytical proficiency while remaining true to genuine customer relationships and a culture that fosters growth and opportunity. Our diverse portfolio of capabilities and extensive customer base allows our employees countless opportunities to pursue their passions and support our nation’s Warfighters. Join our team that encourages creativity, welcomes initiative, and seeks excellence. Start Building Your Future today!

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer that will work as part of a multi-disciplinary engineering team throughout the life cycle of a program. The daily responsibilities will evolve as the current needs of assigned programs evolve and include requirements definition, design, analysis, technical data package development, manufacturing support, integration, and testing. You will have the opportunity to directly interface with customers on multiple fast paced programs in support of ARMY and other department of defense customers and directly contribute to the success of these programs.

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will assist in the technical execution of projects involving multi-disciplinary engineering teams. You will exercise knowledge and experience of advanced CAD (Computer-Aided Design) programs such as SolidWorks, CATIA (Computer Aided Three-dimensional Interactive Application), or PTC Creo to detail designs and perform required analysis to substantiate the airworthiness of developed solutions. In this role, you will be exposed to the entire design/development process and have the ability to influence program execution strategy. This is an in-office position.

Required

ABET accredited BS in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering

3-5 years' experience performing engineering-related duties

Background in Mechanical/Aerospace design and analysis

Some travel

Must have the ability to obtain and maintain security clearance

Desired

Knowledge of DOD Technical Data Package practices and American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Drawing Standards

Experience with Classical and Finite Element Analysis Methods

Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing principles

Disability Accommodation for Applicants - Intuitive Research and Technology Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following alternative email address or phone number to contact us about your interest in employment at INTUITIVE hr@irtc-hq.com or 256-922-9300. Our process is to respond and to work with the requestor to identify a workable accommodation to the application process.