Principal Mechanical Design Engineer at Medtronic in Fridley, Minnesota

Job Description:

Careers that Change Lives

A career at Medtronic is like no other. We're purposeful. We're committed. And we're driven by our Mission to alleviate pain, restore health and extend life for millions of people. Join us as we engineer the extraordinary!

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. We reward you in the ways that matter most to you. We offer a wide range of benefits and rewards programs to recognize the important role you play in our Mission to transform healthcare.Learn more about Medtronic benefits and compensation at the bottom of this job description.

Medtronic Neuromodulation and Pelvic Health, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is currently looking for a Principal Mechanical Engineer for Released Product Engineer Instruments. This position will a hybrid role with the expectation of being onsite in Rice Creek, Minnesota three days a week.

A Day in the Life

As Released Product Instruments Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for mechanical design on released products and projects.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Develop and evaluate mechanical designs which meet defined product requirements and internal and external customer requirements and that are optimized for producibility, reliability, and overall cost to the business.
• Document and support decisions using engineering analysis and data.
• Verify the functionality of product design by developing design test methodology and specifications to ensure product designs meet applicable performance requirements.
• Adhere to the applicable medical device FDA requirements for design and manufacturing, including medical device materials, related processes, and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).
• Interface with suppliers, manufacturing facilities and various internal groups to resolve design and manufacturability issues for existing products.
• Communicate your project tasks and deliverables and manage time to meet project deadlines.
• Lead troubleshooting, problem-solving efforts, and documentation for existing issues with released products. Support decisions through thorough engineering analysis and data.
• Perform day-to-day job responsibilities in a U.S. and internationally regulated work environment.
• Consult and mentor colleagues and/or direct work of other lower-level professionals.

Must Haves - Minimum Requirements

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

• Bachelors Degree in a technical discipline required
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience.

Nice to Have

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Mechanical design experience in a regulated medical industry
• Medical device engineering experience
• Knowledge and experience using DFMEA, DOE.
• Knowledge and experience with statistical analysis (Minitab)
• Experience using CAD systems
• MS Project experience
• Experience with process validation, CAPA (Corrective Action/Preventive Action), QMS (Quality Management System), and FDA 21 CFR Part 820
• Plastic part design, engineering, and testing experience

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.

Benefits & Compensation

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. This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP). Learn more about MIP and benefits here .

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

Physical Job Requirements

The physical demands described within the A Day in the Life 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.