Staff Mechanical Engineer at PROCEPT BioRobotics – San Jose, California

The Opportunity That Awaits You:

Build the hardware that surgeons trust with their patients!

We are developing next-generation robotic surgical systems that enable safer, more precise procedures and better outcomes for patients suffering from BPH.

We’re looking for a Staff Mechanical Engineer to lead the architecture and design of complex electro-mechanical subsystems — precision mechanisms, motion systems, and capital equipment used directly in the operating room.

This is not a CAD-only role.
You will function as a technical owner and system architect, driving decisions that shape the product and mentoring engineers across the team.

If you enjoy solving deep mechanical problems, working shoulder-to-shoulder with EE/Systems/Clinical teams, and shipping hardware that truly matters, you’ll feel at home here.

• Design, develop, and verify mechanical engineering solutions for Capital equipment working both hands-on and collaboratively including architecture direction, design and procurement of components, prototype assembly and builds, and design and development of testing and assembly fixtures and methods.
• Work in a small, cross-functional team to define and develop technical specifications for robotic systems and subsystems
• Lead workstreams for capital equipment or subsystem within the ME team or cross functionally,
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines (software, electrical, systems, manufacturing) on the design of capital equipment systems and subsystems
• Contribute to and make decisions based on risk assessments, industry standards, and regulatory frameworks
• Perform technical design reviews to solicit feedback on design progress
• Create and maintain SolidWorks CAD databases, including assemblies, components, and detailed drawings
• Identifies and resolves technical issues to ensure feasibility and sustainability of mechanical designs. Contributes to the design for manufacturing analysis
• Support prototype clinical devices in the field
• Maintain trained status for, and comply with, all relevant aspects of the PROCEPT BioRobotics Quality Management System to ensure product and support regulatory compliance
• Understand and adhere to the PROCEPT BioRobotics Quality and EHS policies

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (required); M.S. preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in designing capital medical equipment or robotic electro-mechanical systems.
• Proven expertise across all phases of the product development lifecycle—from concept to design transfer and manufacturing.
• Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks, including modeling of complex mechanisms and assemblies.
• Strong prototyping and iterative design skills, with hands-on experience building and testing mechanical systems.
• Deep knowledge of manufacturing processes such as injection molding, machining, sheet metal forming, and rapid prototyping.
• Demonstrated ability to design for manufacturability, reliability, and cost-efficiency.
• Experience managing outsourced development programs and setting technical criteria for vendor deliverables.
• Skilled in mechanical analysis including statics, dynamics, kinematics, and stress analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in tolerance stack-up analysis for low- to mid-volume production environments.
• Familiarity with IEC 60601 standards and thermal design for complex integrated systems.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a proven ability to work cross-functionally and drive consensus, and present to executive leadership.
• Deep understanding of medical device regulations, design controls, risk management, and quality systems (e.g., ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR Part 820).
• Proven track record of delivering Class II/III medical devices from concept through commercialization.

• Travel up to 10% of the time, internationally and domestic

• Prior experience with robotic surgery systems, endoscopic devices, or advanced instrumentation.
• Familiarity with usability engineering and human factors design.
• Direct experience working with surgeons and clinical teams to capture product feedback in an operating room setting.
• Hands-on, collaborative, and solutions-oriented approach.

For US-Based Candidates Only

Work Authorization Status: Citizen / Permanent Resident

For this role, the anticipated base pay range is 162,000-195,000 per year.

Plus, eligibility for an annual bonus and equity/RSUs