Engineering Program Manager - Release Product ...

OverviewWe anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 24 Oct 2025At 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 LifeIn this role as an Engineering Program Manager – Released Product Engineering, you will be responsible for project management and leadership for the investigation and resolution of design-focused issues associated with the performance of the released portfolio of Neuromodulation and Pelvic Health products. You will lead cross-functional teams to investigate problems to root cause, and to develop plans and implement actions to fix both technical product problems and address systemic issues identified in product development. This role interfaces with upper management for project reporting and phase reviews. This is a dynamic role that will expose the PM to a variety of therapies, products, and challenges that impact patients and drive business results.Improve patient outcomes by contributing to work that supports the Medtronic Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life.This position is based in Fridley, MN supporting the Neuromodulation and Pelvic Health Operating Units.Neuromodulation products provide therapy for conditions including Chronic Pain, Cancer Pain, Severe Spasticity, Epilepsy, Dystonia, Essential Tremor, and Parkinson’s Disease. The Neuromodulation therapies include implantable Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS), Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS), Pelvic Health (PH), Targeted Drug Delivery (TDD), and Interventional Pain systems and products.Pelvic Health therapies treat patients with overactive bladder, non-obstructive urinary retention, and fecal incontinence with sacral neuromodulation (SNM) systems. Products include implantable and external neurostimulators, implantable infusion pumps, leads, catheters, software programming applications, and device recharge/programming instruments.This is a hybrid position with the requirement of being onsite at Medtronic’s Rice Creek facility an average of 4 days per work week.ResponsibilitiesLead cross-functional teams to ensure clear communication and coordination of project objectives, deliverables, and timing of key milestones.Orient quickly to understand new quality issues across the NMPH product portfolio, and concurrently manage multiple projects with different teams while balancing competing priorities.Own design-related CAPAs within Released Product Engineering (RPE) and develop Quality Management System (QMS) spaces.Author investigation plans, reports, and supporting documents that are audit-ready and technically sound, employing root cause tools and methodologies.Provide clear written and verbal communication; document findings and action recommendations to quality boards and other stakeholders.Plan schedule and resources to achieve desired project outcomes, including labor, skillsets, duration, and expenses.Maintain a focus on quality while partnering with Quality, R&D, Operations, and Regulatory stakeholders to facilitate consensus and sound decision-making.Minimum RequirementsMust Have: Bachelors degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.Nice to Have (Preferred Qualifications)Three years of project and/or people management experience.Experience in medical device or highly regulated industry.Experience or training in software development/engineering and/or software quality assurance, including knowledge of IEC 62304.Experience with medical device systems that include software applications and/or embedded software (firmware).Experience leading complex projects/programs with cross-functional teams, risk-based decision making, and change management.Background with CAPA processes and the use of root cause investigation/problem-solving tools (5-Why, Fishbone, etc.).Certification in DRM, DFSS, Lean Sigma, or similar.Experience participating in or supporting audits or external inspections (FDA, TUV, internal audits).Proven experience in influence-based leadership and delivering results through teams.Knowledge of product development processes and/or QMS Design Controls.Strong understanding of global regulatory requirements for medical devices (FDA 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, MDR/IVDR).Working knowledge of Project Management methodologies and tools; PMP trained or certified.Physical Job RequirementsThe statements describe the general nature and level of work and are not exhaustive. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities. Office roles may require regular computer use and collaboration with peers.Benefits & CompensationMedtronic offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package. The following benefits are available to regular employees working 20+ hours per week: health, dental, vision, HSA, and other health-related benefits; 401(k) with employer contributions; paid time off; holidays; tuition assistance; and well-being programs. Regular employees may have eligibility for incentive plans and long-term benefits. Some benefits may vary by location.Salary range for U.S. locations: $140,800.00 – $211,200.00. This position is eligible for the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP). The offered rate may vary based on experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location.For more details on benefits, see the Medtronic benefits and compensation plans.About MedtronicWe lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by finding solutions. Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ people. We are engineers at heart, solving real-world problems across R&D, manufacturing, and business operations. We are committed to diversity and inclusion.Equal employment opportunity (EEO) policy: Medtronic provides equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations are provided where needed. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-21