Clinical Applications Engineer

    United States
    Full-Time
    Mid (3-6 yrs)
    Engineering & Development
    Posted on October 15, 2026

    *In order to be considered for the role, candidates must reside in New York, NY, Boston, MA or Philadelphia, PA.*

    Primary Function of Position
    The Clinical Applications Engineer (CAE) reports to the Manager of Clinical Applications Engineering. The
    CAE plays a critical role in the early adoption of new technology, expanding access to robotic minimally
    invasive care. This individual will be primarily focused on building and supporting early users through their
    system learning curve and provide technical expertise on the system as applicable during clinical
    procedures. They will play a crucial role in transitioning users from their initial training to proficiency with
    the system and its use. They will also be responsible for providing guidance and perspective to design
    engineering about system usage nuances within the market they serve.

    Essential Job Duties
    • Provide procedural support to new robotic system sites to promote safety and effective
    progression
    • Collaborate with global Clinical Applications Engineering and Endoluminal Sales to support new
    users through their early learning curve
    • Provide expert clinical product and technical assistance and training to physicians and clinical
    staff on the effective use of Intuitive’s equipment during clinical procedures
    • Identify key areas of concern for clinical users for procedure adoption and collaborate with
    training and development partners to evaluate and address them
    • Drive collaboration and maintain consistent, open lines of communication across the assigned
    responsibilities with the global Clinical Applications Engineering team as well as the development
    teams.
    • Collaborate with peers and development engineering partners to develop and share best
    practices and product feedback
    • Stay current on company products instructions for use (IFU), best practices and technical
    troubleshooting, as well as relevant scientific clinical literature and new product information

    • Prioritize and appropriately respond to requests in a high-stress
    environment.

    Develops robotic-assisted surgical systems and medical devices for minimally invasive care.
    10001+ employees
    Healthcare & Life Sciences
    HQ: United States