Component Engineer

Component Engineer 4 (Intuitive)

Intuitive is seeking an experienced Component Engineer 4 to manage supplier relationships and ensure product quality, cost and delivery performance.

$/yr - $/yr

• Select, evaluate, and qualify suppliers
• Part qualification including pFMEAs, FAIRS, Cpk, and Control Plans
• Initiate, execute, and close Supplier Corrective Action Requests
• Ensure compliance to quality management system and regulatory requirements
• Lead QMS audits and mentor auditors
• Lead detailed projects for transfer of supplies and product components
• Create strategies to optimize the supply base and supply networks
• Drive suppliers to continually improve their business and manufacturing processes
• Develop and influence supplier part cost, delivery, quality, capacity and capability metrics
• Drive corrective actions for supplier process through root cause analysis and CAPA
• Drive changes to ISI specifications and lead the ECO process to implementation
• Provide effective and timely supply base health information to management
• Prepare and deliver supplier communications; scorecards, QBRs, Supplier Summits
• Facilitate supplier contract development, execution and maintenance
• Manage the ASL and Global Commodity Matrix
• Work with suppliers and ISI engineering for new product introduction (landscapes, launch readiness, ramp plans)
• DFM by engaging suppliers early for manufacturability improvements
• Influence and guide Engineering in supplier selection (criteria, preferred suppliers)
• Deliver Quality deliverables: pFMEA, Special Process Validations, FAI, and Cpk, leading training and mentoring
• Develop supplier business continuity / disaster recovery plans and negotiate risk reductions
• Identify cost reduction or quality improvement opportunities and develop strategies
• Review, analyze and close customer complaints, variance requests and first article inspections

• BS degree in Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum 10 years in Supplier Engineering/Development/Quality or related field
• Experience in machining commodity components
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including executive presentations
• Excellent interpersonal and team building skills
• Proven implementation of Lean, Six Sigma, SPC at suppliers
• Excellent project management, analytical and problem solving skills
• Knowledge of supplier technical, quality and business capabilities
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and key input variables for quality, cost and capacity (metal fabrication, plastics, electronics, contract manufacturing)
• Knowledge of 21 CFR part 820 and ISO 13485 auditing standards
• Computer proficiency:
  Windows, Word, Excel, Access, ERP (SAP preferred)
• CAD experience with 3D modeling tools a plus
• Ability to motivate suppliers
• Experience in a high-volume medical device company preferred
• Ability to read and interpret detailed mechanical drawings
• Travel to suppliers domestically and internationally as needed

The compensation includes a base salary, incentives, benefits and equity. Base salary ranges are region specific:

Base Salary Range Region 1: $160,600 - $231,000

Base Salary Range Region 2: $136,500 - $196,400

Shift: Day

Workplace Type:
Onsite - This job is fully onsite.

Seniority level:
Mid-Senior level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Engineering and Information Technology

Industries:
Medical Equipment Manufacturing

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.

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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 obtain an export license or implement a Technology Control Plan prior to hiring.

Candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes.

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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.