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Principal Supplier Quality Engineer
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Medtronic .
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on 17 Dec 2025.
A Day in the Life In this exciting role as a Principal Supplier Quality Engineer, you will lead the management of supplier transfers within the Global Supplier Quality Change Implementation Team. You represent Quality Assurance Engineering to business teams, facilitate front‑end design, design transfer to manufacturing, and drive process improvements to achieve optimal product reliability, safety, and effectiveness.
Responsibilities
Define component qualification strategy (PPAP), partner with suppliers to develop qualification plans, report performance, and demonstrate release readiness. Author or review key component engineering lifecycle deliverables throughout product development, as defined by procedures. Define control plans to ensure appropriate acceptance activities.
Execute Product Qualification activities ensuring suppliers are capable of delivering quality products and materials.
Provide technical guidance and quality compliance for Supplier Quality engagement throughout the Product lifecycle.
Execute Product Acceptance Strategy and associated test method validation at suppliers.
Evaluate suppliers' internal functions to assess overall performance and provide feedback in assessment of their operation.
Develop and deliver the Product Acceptance Sampling Strategy, Approved Supplier List coordination, and Supplier Owned Quality deployment for transferred products.
Minimum Requirements
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science or Technical field and minimum of 7+ years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree with a minimum of 5+ years relevant experience OR PhD with 3+ years relevant experience.
Nice to Have
Mastery level knowledge of specialty area and working knowledge of several other areas, typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience. May have deep knowledge of project management.
Supplier Controls process knowledge and experience, including creation and maintenance of supplier files in the approved supplier list (ASL).
Experience in Windchill and Agile PLM systems.
Working knowledge of FDA regulations and ISO standards applicable to implantable and non‑implantable medical devices.
ASQ CQE, CQA and/or CSQP certification.
First Time Quality Coach (FTQ) / Six Sigma / DFSS / Lean Green Belt or Black Belt certified.
Knowledge with PPAP process and part/product validation and qualification.
Strong knowledge of metrology & measurement techniques; statistical analysis (e.g. Ppk/Cpk, standard deviation, correlation) in Minitab, measurement uncertainty, GD&T, Gauge Repeatability & Reproducibility.
Demonstrated track record of effectively influencing and negotiating with suppliers and leading effective change initiatives.
Skill in project leadership practices, including ability to balance risk and benefit, effectively influence diverse teams, and ownership of responsibility for outcomes.
Excellent downward, lateral, and upward communication skills.
Strong organizational and presentation skills.
Good balance of high level strategic and detailed tactical thought processes.
Strong competencies in judgment and problem solving (especially root cause analysis).
Travel Periodic travel to suppliers or other Medtronic facilities is expected, less than 25%.
Physical Job Requirements The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. For office roles, employees must be independently mobile, interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co‑workers.
Benefits & Compensation Salary ranges for U.S. (excl. PR) locations: USD 120,000.00 – 180,000.00.
This position is eligible for the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP). The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific California locations. Compensation and benefits information pertains to candidates hired within the United States; local market compensation applies elsewhere.
Regular employees (20+ hrs/week) receive health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life insurance, long‑term disability, dependent daycare spending, tuition assistance/reimbursement, and the Global Well‑Being Program.
All regular employees receive incentive plans, 401(k) with employer match, short‑term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non‑qualified Retirement Plan Supplement, and Capital Accumulation Plan (for VP+ or as per IRS minimum).
Temporary employees receive paid sick time (as required) and participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Some benefits may not apply in Puerto Rico.
Senior Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Quality Assurance
Industries Medical Equipment Manufacturing, Hospitals and Health Care, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
EEO Statement 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, public assistance status, 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. 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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Principal Supplier Quality Engineer
role at
Medtronic .
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on 17 Dec 2025.
A Day in the Life In this exciting role as a Principal Supplier Quality Engineer, you will lead the management of supplier transfers within the Global Supplier Quality Change Implementation Team. You represent Quality Assurance Engineering to business teams, facilitate front‑end design, design transfer to manufacturing, and drive process improvements to achieve optimal product reliability, safety, and effectiveness.
Responsibilities
Define component qualification strategy (PPAP), partner with suppliers to develop qualification plans, report performance, and demonstrate release readiness. Author or review key component engineering lifecycle deliverables throughout product development, as defined by procedures. Define control plans to ensure appropriate acceptance activities.
Execute Product Qualification activities ensuring suppliers are capable of delivering quality products and materials.
Provide technical guidance and quality compliance for Supplier Quality engagement throughout the Product lifecycle.
Execute Product Acceptance Strategy and associated test method validation at suppliers.
Evaluate suppliers' internal functions to assess overall performance and provide feedback in assessment of their operation.
Develop and deliver the Product Acceptance Sampling Strategy, Approved Supplier List coordination, and Supplier Owned Quality deployment for transferred products.
Minimum Requirements
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science or Technical field and minimum of 7+ years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree with a minimum of 5+ years relevant experience OR PhD with 3+ years relevant experience.
Nice to Have
Mastery level knowledge of specialty area and working knowledge of several other areas, typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience. May have deep knowledge of project management.
Supplier Controls process knowledge and experience, including creation and maintenance of supplier files in the approved supplier list (ASL).
Experience in Windchill and Agile PLM systems.
Working knowledge of FDA regulations and ISO standards applicable to implantable and non‑implantable medical devices.
ASQ CQE, CQA and/or CSQP certification.
First Time Quality Coach (FTQ) / Six Sigma / DFSS / Lean Green Belt or Black Belt certified.
Knowledge with PPAP process and part/product validation and qualification.
Strong knowledge of metrology & measurement techniques; statistical analysis (e.g. Ppk/Cpk, standard deviation, correlation) in Minitab, measurement uncertainty, GD&T, Gauge Repeatability & Reproducibility.
Demonstrated track record of effectively influencing and negotiating with suppliers and leading effective change initiatives.
Skill in project leadership practices, including ability to balance risk and benefit, effectively influence diverse teams, and ownership of responsibility for outcomes.
Excellent downward, lateral, and upward communication skills.
Strong organizational and presentation skills.
Good balance of high level strategic and detailed tactical thought processes.
Strong competencies in judgment and problem solving (especially root cause analysis).
Travel Periodic travel to suppliers or other Medtronic facilities is expected, less than 25%.
Physical Job Requirements The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. For office roles, employees must be independently mobile, interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co‑workers.
Benefits & Compensation Salary ranges for U.S. (excl. PR) locations: USD 120,000.00 – 180,000.00.
This position is eligible for the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP). The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific California locations. Compensation and benefits information pertains to candidates hired within the United States; local market compensation applies elsewhere.
Regular employees (20+ hrs/week) receive health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life insurance, long‑term disability, dependent daycare spending, tuition assistance/reimbursement, and the Global Well‑Being Program.
All regular employees receive incentive plans, 401(k) with employer match, short‑term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non‑qualified Retirement Plan Supplement, and Capital Accumulation Plan (for VP+ or as per IRS minimum).
Temporary employees receive paid sick time (as required) and participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Some benefits may not apply in Puerto Rico.
Senior Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Quality Assurance
Industries Medical Equipment Manufacturing, Hospitals and Health Care, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
EEO Statement 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, public assistance status, 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. 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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