Sr Principal Electrical Engineer (Part-time) at Medtronic in Northridge, California

Job Description:

Careers That Change Lives
Medtronic Diabetes is looking for a Sr. Principal Level Electrical Engineer (Part-time) to lead the design, development, documentation, and test of novel electronic systems with analog, digital and RF circuits for both AC line powered, and battery-operated microcontroller/microprocessor based medical devices. The Principal Electrical Engineer will also lead the design and development of automated test systems or subsystems for testing the devices described above in both laboratory and manufacturing test environments.

Areas of responsibilities will include leading the electrical engineering function on projects, representing the function within the Product Development Core teams, generating electrical hardware requirements, electrical system design, electronic circuit design, developing test requirements and test procedures as well as PC-based simulation and data acquisition. Candidates must be able to write detailed electrical specifications, generate and review design documentation, test specifications and test reports in compliance with design control procedures used within the medical device industry. Candidates must also be willing to work in a fast paced, multi-tasking, team environment.

DIABETES OPERATING UNIT :

The Diabetes Operating Unitfocuses on improving the lives of those within the global diabetes community.As a business, we strive to empower people with diabetes to live life on their terms by delivering innovation that truly matters and providing support in the ways they need it. We're committed to meeting people with diabetes where they are in their journey, always with an aim to make theirlives easier. Our portfolio of innovative solutions are designed to provide customers greater freedom and better health, helping them achieve better glucose control, while spending less time managing their disease.

Engineers create our market-leading portfolio of innovations. Join us to make a lasting impact. Help bring the next generation of life-changing medical technology to patients worldwide.

A Day in the Life

• Serve as an organizational spokesman on advanced projects and/or programs. Acts as advisor to management and customers on advanced technical research studies and applications.
• Represent the electrical engineering function in the Product Development Core Team to communicate strategy, plans, schedules, progress, and accomplishments
• Lead the test of analog, high speed digital and RF circuits in commercialized medical devices and automated test systems
• Support the development of ultra-low power mixed signal Integrated Circuits to be used in medical devices
• Research and implement state of the art technologies to enhance product features, improve reliability and device size (electronics miniaturization), optimize manufacturing throughput and lower cost
• Implement Design for Reliability and Manufacturability (DRM) principles within the functional area
• Support Manufacturing in troubleshooting operations involving medical devices through assembly and test
• Provide technical assistance to other functional departments such as Product Engineering, Quality, Reliability and Manufacturing
• Work independently, in consultation with an Engineering Manager

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident in your applicant profile.

Bachelors Degree in Engineering or other science related discipline and 10+ years electrical engineering, product design, or product development experience

OR

Advanced Degree in Engineering or other science related discipline and 8+ years electrical engineering, product design, or product development experience

Nice to Have

• Project management experience gained from multiple product development cycles
• 10 or more years in one or more of the following: medical device design, ultra-low power battery operated systems, embedded microcontroller/microprocessor system design
• Experience with wireless communication protocols (Bluetooth, BLE, WiFi, etc.)
• Knowledge of software development in C, C++ and/or Python for embedded applications
• Knowledge of state-of-the-art PCB fabrication technology (SMT, BGA, blind and buried microvia, flex circuits, etc.) and assembly
• Knowledge of formal PCBA documentation (schematics, PCB fabrication drawings, PCB assembly drawings)
• Experience with technical report writing
• Ability to work in a team environment, strong collaboration skills
• Understanding of data security concepts for embedded designs is a big plus
• Knowledge of manufacturing test equipment design
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements that pertain to medical device electronic systems
• Experience with National Instruments LabView/LabWindows is a plus
• Possess a strong understanding of product engineering, yield analysis and six sigma manufacturing

About Medtronic
Together, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.

We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let's work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients' lives. Help us shape the future.

Physical Job Requirements
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. (ADA-United States of America)

A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. Learn more about our benefits here .

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive plan. Learn more about Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP) on page 6 here .

The provided base salary range is used nationally in the United States (except in Puerto Rico and certain CA locations). The rate offered is compliant with federal/local regulations and may vary by experience, certification/education, market conditions, location, etc.

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