Engineering Lead - Surgical Robotics

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ilocatum recruitingAustin (TX)

Robotics Engineers Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing

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$130,000 to $160,000 per year

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About the role

Engineering Lead, Surgical Robotics

Location: Austin, TX

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $130,000 to $160,000 per year

Lead the engineering of next-generation orthopedic technologies, from AR surgical navigation to robotic integration, and turn clinical needs into devices that improve patient outcomes.

Must-Haves:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Computer Science, Software, Electrical, Biomedical, or related)6+ years developing complex medical devices or related technology products
Proven experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and complex projects
Strong systems engineering background integrating software, electronics, mechanical hardware, and algorithms
Solid knowledge of medical device design controls, risk management, and V&VValid passport (or ability to obtain one) for international travel as needed

What You'll Do:

Serve as the primary technical authority for AR navigation and robotic system integration
Define system architecture, interfaces, tracking, coordinate systems, and control functions
Translate clinical concepts into complete, commercially viable medical devices
Lead execution across electrical, mechanical, software, materials, biomedical, and systems engineering
Partner with Clinical, Product, Quality, Regulatory, and Manufacturing to build executable plans
Ensure compliance with FDA, EU MDR, IEC, and ISO standards throughout development
Identify technical risks and oversee verification, validation, usability, and design transfer
Mentor engineers and evaluate emerging tech in AR, AI, sensors, and automation

Nice-to-Haves:

Master's degree in Engineering or a technical discipline
Experience with orthopedic navigation, image-guided surgery, or surgical robotics
Expertise in computer vision, sensor fusion, optical tracking, or mechatronics
Familiarity with IEC 62304, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, and IEC 60601 Track record taking Class II or Class III devices from concept to commercialization
Hands-on experience with capital medical equipment or orthopedic instrumentation
Issued patents or a proven record of technical innovation

Compensation and Benefits:

$130,000 to $160,000 base salary based on experience
Join a growth company investing heavily in surgical robotics
Austin location with no state income tax and a lower cost of living

About the Company: A growing international medical technology company developing clinically differentiated orthopedic solutions that improve patient outcomes and transform surgical workflows. To apply, submit your resume for consideration.

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