Medtronic · 8 hours ago
Senior Principal Electrical Engineer - CRDN
Mounds View, Minnesota, United States of America
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$156K/yr - $234K/yr
8+ years expMedtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology, dedicated to addressing the most challenging health problems. They are seeking a Senior Principal Electrical Engineer to lead the design and development of innovative energy-based therapeutic devices for hypertension treatment, applying technical expertise throughout the product lifecycle.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)BiotechnologyHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsMedical Device
Responsibilities
Apply core principles of electrical engineering throughout the new product development lifecycle. This includes designing, developing, and testing electrical capital equipment systems for medical devices, ensuring strict alignment with relevant industry standards such as IEC 60601
Lead technical project planning initiatives by establishing comprehensive strategies, timelines, specifying deliverables, and proactively identifying potential risks. Execute risk mitigation strategies as integral components of project management. Communicate progress to program leadership
Support the creation of in-depth electrical specifications, schematics layouts and integration into mechanical design. Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to fulfill design and performance criteria. Oversee change management and documentation to maintain accuracy and integrity across BOMs, specifications, and drawings. Apply system-level knowledge to ensure proper requirements flow down and integration
Manage system-level integration of hardware, firmware, and software components. Design, develop, and qualify functional and safety test systems at both product and PCBA levels to assure optimal performance, reliability and regulatory compliance. Ensure that custom test equipment aligns with design input and design verification strategies and take ownership of design verification for electrical performance attributes
Perform detailed risk assessments and root cause investigations during product development. Apply effective corrective and preventive actions to sustain product reliability and quality. Engage in risk management activities such as FMEA to identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to electrical and electronic components using appropriate quality controls
Partner with reliability and manufacturing teams to optimize design for scalability, cost-effectiveness, and superior performance. Work in tandem with R&D, manufacturing, clinical, service and regulatory affairs teams to ensure alignment on strategies impacting system electrical performance
Manage verification and validation efforts to ensure product safety, regulatory compliance, and efficacy. Maintain thorough documentation, including technical specifications and quality records, and prepare regular quality reports to communicate performance metrics and trends to key stakeholders
Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineering staff, cultivating a collaborative and innovative working culture. Stay abreast of developments in electrical engineering, emerging technologies, and industry best practices to continually advance team capabilities and project success
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required in Electrical Engineering, Engineering or a technical discipline
Minimum of 10 years of technical experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 8 years technical experience
Preferred
Comprehensive understanding of FDA regulations, specifically 21 CFR Part 820, as well as standards such as ISO 13485 and IEC 60601, and other related regulatory frameworks
Demonstrated expertise in statistical methodologies and applications
At least one year of direct experience in a quality-focused position within the medical device industry, with an emphasis on electrical and electronic components
Familiarity with various test methods, as well as a sound grasp of both electrical and mechanical systems and core engineering principles
Background in large, matrixed organizations, with particular experience in Medical Device product development
Proven ability in solving complex problems and applying systems engineering approaches
A track record of successfully leading and contributing to broad improvement initiatives
Certification as a Quality Engineer (CQE) or Reliability Engineer (CRE) is preferred
Expertise in analog, digital, high voltage, or RF circuit design
Direct involvement in EMC design and testing, particularly in accordance with IEC 60601 standards
Demonstrated ability in system-level integration of hardware and firmware components
Proficiency in prototyping, testing, and debugging printed circuit boards (PCBs)
Development of hardware test systems for purposes of design verification and production support
Ability to produce clear and comprehensive engineering documentation
Skilled in the use of analysis, simulation, and statistics
Knowledge of design for manufacturability (DFM), design for testability (DFT), Six Sigma methodologies, Lean processes, or other structured problem-solving techniques
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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