Junior Robotics Engineer; Post-Graduate Fellowship

Join a Breakthrough-Designated Surgical Robotics Company

Virtuoso Surgical is developing a first-of-its-kind robotic platform for endoscopic surgery using concentric tube technology to enable precise excision of tumors in the bladder and other areas of the body.

Our system has been designated a Breakthrough Device by the FDA, and we are entering a critical phase as we finalize our regulatory submission.

We are seeking recent engineering graduates to join a six-month, hands‑on robotics fellowship supporting real product development activities across R&D, Quality, Clinical, and Manufacturing functions.

Unlike many entry‑level roles that focus on a narrow segment of development, this fellowship offers direct experience across the full lifecycle of a complex, FDA‑regulated robotic medical device — from prototype through verification and validation to manufacturing scale‑up.

Top performers may transition into full‑time engineering roles at the conclusion of the fellowship.

What This Fellowship Is

This is a structured, project‑based rotation through multiple engineering disciplines involved in surgical robotics development, including:

• Mechanical Design
• Electrical Systems
• Embedded / Controls Software
• Verification & Validation Testing
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Quality & Regulatory Engineering
• Clinical / Human Factors Engineering

You will gain hands‑on experience contributing to real hardware and software systems intended for use in minimally invasive surgical procedures.

What You’ll Do

• Design and execute verification & validation (V&V) testing for robotic subassemblies
• Build test fixtures and benchtop automation tools (MATLAB / Python)
• Prototype electromechanical assemblies for surgical instruments
• Support manufacturing scale‑up through supplier coordination and process validation
• Conduct usability studies with surgeons and operating room staff
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with R&D, Quality, Regulatory, and Clinical teams

You’ll Be a Great Fit If You…

• Recently earned a BS or MS in Mechanical, Electrical, Biomedical Engineering, Robotics, or similar (within the past 24 months)
• Have hands‑on experience from lab work, internships, or senior design projects
• Enjoy building, prototyping, debugging, and testing electromechanical systems
• Are interested in surgical robotics or minimally invasive medical devices
• Communicate technical ideas clearly across disciplines
• Thrive in a fast‑paced startup environment

What You’ll Learn

• Robotic system verification & validation
• Human‑factors engineering and usability testing
• Supplier and manufacturing integration
• Clinical evaluation of surgical systems
• End‑to‑end product development in a regulated environment
• Work directly on a Breakthrough‑Designated robotic platform
• Collaborate closely with experienced engineers and clinicians
• Gain exposure to the FDA regulatory submission process
• Make immediate contributions to technology designed to improve patient outcomes
• Be part of a small, collaborative surgical robotics startup team

Compensation & Timeline

• $7,000/month ($84,000 annualized equivalent)
• Start Date:
  
  March 2026
• On‑site in Nashville, TN
• Potential for full‑time conversion based on performance