Manufacturing Engineer, Robot

Capstan Medical, Inc.California, United StatesOn-siteFull-timeMid level, 2–5 yearsListed 1 week ago

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About this role

Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities:

● Troubleshoot and debug complex failures across actuator stacks, brakes, sensors, PCBs, power, and motion modules

● Perform root cause investigations using structured methods (5 Whys, DMAIC, Fishbone)

● Execute and refine end-of-line testing for robotic systems

● Support documentation and investigation of non-comformances

● Implement corrective actions in collaboration with design and quality teams

● Support qualification of fixtures

● Support the development and refinement of MPIs and test procedures

● Drive continuous improvements by tracking KPIs such as yield, reliability, and cycle time

● Analyze build/test data using scripting tools (eg. Python) to identify trends, anomalies and opportunities for improvement

● Assist with investigation of returned sub-assemblies/robots from the field

What you'll need:

● Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field

● Minimum 1-3 years of relevant experience in manufacturing engineering, system integration or reliability engineering for complex electro-mechanical products (robotics, medical devices, or similar)

● Hands-on experience assembling, testing, or debugging electro-mechanical systems (eg. PCBs, actuators, motors, sensors)

● Ability to troubleshoot across mechanical, electrical and software interfaces

● Strong scripting and data analysis skills (Python, MATLAB, or similar)

● Experience with CAD (SolidWorks or similar) for fixture/tooling design

● Demonstrated success leading root cause investigations and implementing design/process fixes

● Strong attention to detail and comfort working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment

● Comfortable collaborating with engineers, technicians and cross-functional teams

● Excellent communication and documentation skills

● Hands-on mindset with a passion for building and improving real hardware

● Eagerness to learn and push the envelope to bring a novel surgical robotic platform to market

● Familiarity with medical device regulations (eg. ISO 13485) preferred