Medtronic · 14 hours ago
Principal Process Engineer - Advanced Manufacturing Engineering
Plymouth, Minnesota, United States of America
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$126K/yr - $188K/yr
5+ years expMedtronic is a leader in global healthcare technology dedicated to improving patient lives through innovative medical devices. They are seeking a Principal Process Engineer to join their Advanced Manufacturing Engineering team, responsible for advancing manufacturing processes and ensuring the successful commercialization of new medical devices. The role involves process development, equipment design, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing efficiency and quality.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)BiotechnologyHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsMedical Device
Responsibilities
Lead the development and optimization of manufacturing processes, including process characterization, Operational Qualification (OQ), and Performance Qualification (PQ)
Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in advanced manufacturing technologies such as laser processing, nitinol processing, vision inspection, chemical processing, and robotics
Develop equipment specifications, oversee equipment design, and execute Installation Qualification (IQ) and calibration activities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of manufacturing processes into production
Design and implement innovative manufacturing solutions to improve efficiency, quality, and scalability
Actively participate in hands-on process development, troubleshooting, and validation activities
Stay up-to-date on industry trends and emerging technologies to drive continuous improvement
Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence
Provides technical engineering support new and existing products
Recommends and implements equipment and process modifications to meet quality standards and improve production efficiencies, manufacturing techniques as well as production yields for existing products
Integrates equipment and material capabilities to meet process module target specifications and technology target specifications
Reviews product development requirements for compatibility with processing methods to determine costs and schedules
Interacts with product design and development personnel to ensure that processes and designs are compatible
May develop and conduct statistical analysis or recommend additions to document work
Leads the innovation, development and/or optimization of new manufacturing concepts, processes and procedures for transfer to manufacturing operations
This can include scouting and feasibility work, material selection, process and equipment selection, tooling / fixture and equipment installation and assessment of inputs, outputs and alignment to requirements
Develops manufacturing processes that are applicable to statistical process control and may develop those techniques including the measurement systems
Ensures processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience
Master's degree with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience
PhD with 3 years relevant experience
Preferred
Advanced degree in Engineering or related field
Experience in the medical device industry or other regulated environments
Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to work autonomously and learn quickly
Exceptional collaboration and communication skills for working in a cross-functional team environment
Benefits
Health, Dental and vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance
Long-term disability leave
Dependent daycare spending account
Tuition assistance/reimbursement
Simple Steps (global well-being program)
Incentive plans
401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
Short-term disability
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)
Company
Medtronic
Medtronic is a healthcare technology company that designs and develops AI-based products and solutions for the medical industry.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$18.16BKey Investors
NHS EnglandBlackstone Life SciencesTrade Capital Funding
2025-09-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.76B
2024-05-29Post Ipo Debt· $3.24B
2023-03-23Post Ipo Debt· $2B
Leadership Team
Geoffrey Martha
CEO and Chairman Of The Board Of Directors
Linnea Burman
SVP & President, Neurovascular
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