Medtronic
Principal Test Method Engineer - Minneapolis
Medtronic, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 6 Sep 2025
At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.
A Day in the Life
In this exciting role as a Principal Test Method Engineer within Medtronic's Coronary & Renal Denervation Operating Unit, you'll be an integral part of the Design Assurance team. Our purpose is to increase product development process rigor to ensure robust understanding of designs, documentation of compliance to requirements and timely, high-quality product launches that satisfy patient needs and reduce customer complaint rates. You will have primary focus and responsibility for the validation of design verification test methods for complex electro-mechanical medical devices. Medtronic’s Coronary and Renal Denervation (CRDN) business is looking for a Principal Test Method Engineer to be part of a high-performing team that is revolutionizing the design and development of energy based therapeutic medical devices to treat hypertension. In this role, you will leverage both your technical breadth and business acumen and participate in the design and development of next generation medical devices. Join a diverse team of innovators who bring their worldview, their unique backgrounds, and their individual life experiences to work every day. It’s no accident — we work hard to cultivate a workforce that reflects our patients and partners. We believe it’s the only way to drive healthcare forward and remain a global leader in medical technology and solutions.To learn more about Inclusion & Diversity at Medtronic Click Here Location: Mounds View, MN. Travel up to 10%. At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. In-person exchanges are invaluable to our work. We’re working a minimum of 4 days a week onsite as part of our commitment to fostering a culture of professional growth and cross-functional collaboration as we work together to engineer the extraordinary. A Day in the Life Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned. Lead with impact: Accountable for leading the team that is responsible for the validation of Design Verification Test Methods for a new Product Development project for a complex electro-mechanical medical device. Candidate should have experience leading teams and developing/validating test methods
Collaborate cross-functionally: Work closely with stakeholders (e.g., R&D, clinical, marketing, and regulatory) to translate design inputs and real-world clinical use conditions into robust, reliable test methods. Drive automation and reduce variability to deliver best-in-class test methods.
Design and innovate: Work to develop and validate custom test equipment and fixtures, partnering with suppliers where needed.
Financial tracking and reporting: Manage capital equipment procurement and financial tracking for equipment and validation activities.
Expertise: Lead and contribute to complex test method validation activities - designing studies, executing with precision, and performing data analyses (including gage R&R, ANOVA, and Probability of Misclassification). Apply your technical expertise and problem-solving mindset to lead investigations, refine methods, and ensure compliance with design inputs and international standards.
Be the connector: Work through extended team members and partner with test labs to facilitate the timely completion of test method validation activities in alignment with the overall project phase and project target milestones.
Communication: Communicate progress to project leadership on a frequent basis. Be able to distill complex issues into concise and clear messages.
What’s in it for you Impact that matters: Contribute directly to the development of life-saving medical devices in a novel and innovative and growing market sector. Leadership growth: Lead a skilled team and collaborate with world-class experts across multiple disciplines. Innovation at scale: Shape the future of testing through automation, advanced validation techniques, and cutting-edge equipment. Professional development: Stay at the forefront of regulatory and technical advancements while growing your expertise in a highly regulated, innovative industry. A mission-driven culture: Join a team where your work not only challenges you technically but also makes a real difference in patients’ lives worldwide. Must Have (Minimum Requirements): To be considered for this role, the minimum requirements must be evident on your resume. Bachelor's degree in science, technology, engineering , math, or related technical field
Minimum of 7 years of technical experience OR an A dvanced degree with a minimum of 5 years of technical experience
Nice to Have (Preferred Qualifications): Experience in engineering development with extensive engineering knowledge and skills in some or all of the following: test method development, design for six sigma principles, pre-clinical evaluations, system requirements development, design control, application of ISO standards for medical devices, and capital equipment. Knowledge in electrical engineering principles is desired but not essential Practical knowledge of project management. Medical Device Industry experience. Familiarity with these regulations: FDA 21 CFR Part 820 cGMP, ISO 13485, ISO 10012, and ISO 17025. Experience in the management of complex data sets and statistical data analysis. Ability to manage project timelines to execute deliverables in a timely manner. Physical Job Requirements The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. 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. Benefits & Compensation Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package 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.
Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$124,800.00 - $187,200.00 This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP). The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others). The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: 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 , and Simple Steps (global well-being program). The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees:
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) , and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums). Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico. Further details are available at the link below: Medtronic benefits and compensation plans About Medtronic
We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions. Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people. We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary. Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity
here . It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are applying to perform work for Medtronic, Inc. (“Medtronic”) in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here
a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which Medtronic reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. Medtronic will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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In this exciting role as a Principal Test Method Engineer within Medtronic's Coronary & Renal Denervation Operating Unit, you'll be an integral part of the Design Assurance team. Our purpose is to increase product development process rigor to ensure robust understanding of designs, documentation of compliance to requirements and timely, high-quality product launches that satisfy patient needs and reduce customer complaint rates. You will have primary focus and responsibility for the validation of design verification test methods for complex electro-mechanical medical devices. Medtronic’s Coronary and Renal Denervation (CRDN) business is looking for a Principal Test Method Engineer to be part of a high-performing team that is revolutionizing the design and development of energy based therapeutic medical devices to treat hypertension. In this role, you will leverage both your technical breadth and business acumen and participate in the design and development of next generation medical devices. Join a diverse team of innovators who bring their worldview, their unique backgrounds, and their individual life experiences to work every day. It’s no accident — we work hard to cultivate a workforce that reflects our patients and partners. We believe it’s the only way to drive healthcare forward and remain a global leader in medical technology and solutions.To learn more about Inclusion & Diversity at Medtronic Click Here Location: Mounds View, MN. Travel up to 10%. At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. In-person exchanges are invaluable to our work. We’re working a minimum of 4 days a week onsite as part of our commitment to fostering a culture of professional growth and cross-functional collaboration as we work together to engineer the extraordinary. A Day in the Life Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned. Lead with impact: Accountable for leading the team that is responsible for the validation of Design Verification Test Methods for a new Product Development project for a complex electro-mechanical medical device. Candidate should have experience leading teams and developing/validating test methods
Collaborate cross-functionally: Work closely with stakeholders (e.g., R&D, clinical, marketing, and regulatory) to translate design inputs and real-world clinical use conditions into robust, reliable test methods. Drive automation and reduce variability to deliver best-in-class test methods.
Design and innovate: Work to develop and validate custom test equipment and fixtures, partnering with suppliers where needed.
Financial tracking and reporting: Manage capital equipment procurement and financial tracking for equipment and validation activities.
Expertise: Lead and contribute to complex test method validation activities - designing studies, executing with precision, and performing data analyses (including gage R&R, ANOVA, and Probability of Misclassification). Apply your technical expertise and problem-solving mindset to lead investigations, refine methods, and ensure compliance with design inputs and international standards.
Be the connector: Work through extended team members and partner with test labs to facilitate the timely completion of test method validation activities in alignment with the overall project phase and project target milestones.
Communication: Communicate progress to project leadership on a frequent basis. Be able to distill complex issues into concise and clear messages.
What’s in it for you Impact that matters: Contribute directly to the development of life-saving medical devices in a novel and innovative and growing market sector. Leadership growth: Lead a skilled team and collaborate with world-class experts across multiple disciplines. Innovation at scale: Shape the future of testing through automation, advanced validation techniques, and cutting-edge equipment. Professional development: Stay at the forefront of regulatory and technical advancements while growing your expertise in a highly regulated, innovative industry. A mission-driven culture: Join a team where your work not only challenges you technically but also makes a real difference in patients’ lives worldwide. Must Have (Minimum Requirements): To be considered for this role, the minimum requirements must be evident on your resume. Bachelor's degree in science, technology, engineering , math, or related technical field
Minimum of 7 years of technical experience OR an A dvanced degree with a minimum of 5 years of technical experience
Nice to Have (Preferred Qualifications): Experience in engineering development with extensive engineering knowledge and skills in some or all of the following: test method development, design for six sigma principles, pre-clinical evaluations, system requirements development, design control, application of ISO standards for medical devices, and capital equipment. Knowledge in electrical engineering principles is desired but not essential Practical knowledge of project management. Medical Device Industry experience. Familiarity with these regulations: FDA 21 CFR Part 820 cGMP, ISO 13485, ISO 10012, and ISO 17025. Experience in the management of complex data sets and statistical data analysis. Ability to manage project timelines to execute deliverables in a timely manner. Physical Job Requirements The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. 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. Benefits & Compensation Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package 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.
Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$124,800.00 - $187,200.00 This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP). The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others). The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: 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 , and Simple Steps (global well-being program). The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees:
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) , and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums). Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico. Further details are available at the link below: Medtronic benefits and compensation plans About Medtronic
We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions. Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people. We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary. Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity
here . It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are applying to perform work for Medtronic, Inc. (“Medtronic”) in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here
a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which Medtronic reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. Medtronic will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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