Fast paced company working on leading edge technology - Mechanical Engineer Intuitive Employee Review

4.0
Sep 1, 2012
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

At Intuitive you will never feel like you are working on products that are not the most cutting edge in the medical device industry. Individual performance is always showcased and internal politics are nonexistent.

Cons

Intuitive Surgical's fast paced culture causes them to spread shared resources thin. People will shift projects weekly to support whatever project is the "hot" project of the week or month. Some people complain about a tough work/life balance.

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5.0
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Pros

Nice people. Managers that care.

Cons

Corporate politics, too many meetings, long decision making cycles

3.0
Jul 20, 2026
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Pros

Strong leadership from the CEO provides confidence in the company’s overall direction Talented and dedicated employees who care about the quality of their work Opportunities to work on meaningful projects Strong collaboration among peers and individual contributors

Cons

Micromanagement and frequent changes in direction make it difficult for employees to work with confidence People can feel guarded and hesitant to share honest feedback because they are concerned about retaliation Employee feedback is collected, but serious concerns are not always addressed independently or transparently Leadership is sometimes responsible for interpreting and resolving concerns about its own behavior, which creates a conflict of interest Strong performance and long-term contributions are not always recognized, and opportunities for internal promotion can feel limited or inconsistently applied Senior leaders and HR need to take a more active role in addressing workplace culture and holding leaders accountable

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