Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer (Level III, or Senior)

Location:
Houston, Texas

Salary:
$95,000–$125,000 (depending on level and experience)

About Us

We are pioneering the next generation of robotic surgical systems, integrating precision robotics, flexible instrumentation, and advanced visualisation to redefine surgical procedures. Partnering with leading hospitals, surgeons, and healthcare teams, we push technological boundaries to improve patient outcomes.

Our culture thrives on creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. We celebrate innovation, quality, and teamwork — and we're dedicated to making meaningful contributions to healthcare. Join our diverse, international team and work alongside industry experts to build robotic systems that truly impact lives.

Position Overview

We are seeking a
Mechanical Design Engineer
(Engineer III, or Senior, depending on experience) to design, develop, and refine mechanical components and assemblies for our robotic surgical platforms. This role focuses on concept design, DFMEA, troubleshooting, and high-precision mechanical solutions.

This position requires
prior experience in the medical device industry
and
professional proficiency in Korean
, as you will interface with Korean-based engineering teams, suppliers, or partner organizations.

You will work under the guidance of the Staff Mechanical Engineer & Team Lead within R&D, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to bring advanced robotic technologies from concept through commercialisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to concept and detailed mechanical design of robotic system components and subassemblies.
• Apply
  DFMEA
  methodologies to ensure robust, high-reliability designs.
• Conduct detailed troubleshooting and root cause analysis for mechanical and system-level issues.
• Develop prototypes, conduct mechanical testing, and support verification/validation activities.
• Utilize
  SolidWorks
  and FEA tools to model, iterate, and analyze mechanical designs.
• Collaborate with electrical, software, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure full design integration and manufacturability.
• Participate in design reviews and support design transfer to manufacturing.
• Interface with suppliers — including Korean suppliers — to ensure component quality and timely delivery.
• Ensure compliance with
  FDA
  ,
  ISO 13485
  , and other relevant medical device standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the development lifecycle.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong foundation in concept design, DFMEA, and troubleshooting/root cause analysis.
• Proficiency with
  SolidWorks
  and mechanical CAD design workflows.
• Hands-on experience with precision mechanisms, actuators, and mechanical assemblies.
• Medical device industry experience required
  (surgical robotics preferred).
• Familiarity with regulatory and quality frameworks (FDA, ISO
• Professional proficiency in Korean
  (spoken and written), with the ability to collaborate with Korean engineering teams or suppliers.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple design tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience designing electro-mechanical or robotic systems.
• Strong understanding of materials, tolerance analysis, and manufacturing processes.
• Exposure to the full product development lifecycle, from concept through production.
• Experience in high-precision or safety-critical engineering environments.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3–12+ years
  of mechanical design experience depending on the level

Why Join Us

This is your opportunity to join a visionary team shaping the future of surgical robotics. You'll innovate, solve complex engineering challenges, and see your designs directly impact patient care worldwide. If you're passionate about precision engineering, robotics, and medical technology — we want to meet you.