Medtronic · 11 hours ago
Senior Automation Engineer
Fridley, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$122K/yr - $184K/yr
4+ years expMedtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology, committed to championing healthcare access and equity. They are seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to support operations by integrating automated equipment controllers with manufacturing systems and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance production efficiency.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)BiotechnologyHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsMedical Device
Responsibilities
Work with process and equipment engineers to integrate new and/or existing equipment with OEE and SPC systems
Work with Operations team to define workstation workflow for automated equipment controller utilizing standard work principles
Participate and collaborate in cross-functional teams including QA, product/process engineering and Operations users for gathering requirements and defining project scope for automation solutions supporting manufacturing and engineering
Create work breakdown structure (WBS) as inputs for project plan, schedule, budget, risks, and deliverables
Develop automation software solutions by consulting with end-users, developing systems requirements, understanding usage and work processes, and following the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
Meet with operations and engineering users, often on the production floor, to build business requirements and use-cases
Create highly visual documentation (flowcharts, process maps, sequence diagrams) to help all stakeholders reach a common understanding
Develop software in close communication with end users
Develop software follows the established solution architecture and principles
Document system requirements and design, create system test plan and test cases; execute test cases and document test results to support software validation activities
Work with other team members, QA and process SMEs to assess risk during three project phases; project initiation, pre-validation test assessment and post-validation test assessment
Communicate status updates to key stakeholders
Candidate must be capable of recognizing factors that could negatively affect project timelines / deliverables and effectively communicate impact to direct manage
Analyze production/manufacturing problems/issues related to equipment or automation software and determining root cause
Proactively and reactively resolve day-to-day production issues
Provide technical engineering support for 24x7 Manufacturing Operations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree and 4+ years of Automation Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment OR Master's Degree and 2+ years of experience OR PhD
Preferred
Software: PLC Software, Python, PL/SQL (Oracle, PostgreSQL, MS SQL, Snowflake), C#, ETL, MQTT, REST/SOAP API, JavaScript, ASP.NET
Technical Expertise: Proficient in SCADA software (Ignition), SPC systems (Camline SPACE, Advantive InfinityQS), MES platforms (FACTORYworks, Critical Manufacturing), Linux/Unix OS, and web services programming (WCF, Rest, gRPC). Skilled in industry-standard protocols like SECS/GEM, OPC, and CAMX
Automation & Manufacturing Experience: Strong background in troubleshooting automated equipment, PLCs, machine vision, and integration of Industry 4.0 technologies (real-time sensors, AI/ML, digital twin). Experienced in lean manufacturing and medical device production
Project & Process Management: Solid understanding of SDLC, Agile practices, and all phases of development (design, coding, testing, validation, deployment, and support). Skilled in organizing machine upgrades, LAN installations, and continuous improvement initiatives
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
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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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