Principal Mechanical Engineer

OverviewWe anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 25 Sep 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.#NeuroscienceThe Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for Medtronic Neuro RPE (Released Product Engineering) will be responsible for technical and mechanical design of market-released medical devices. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional partners such as reliability, regulatory, operations, and sourcing colleagues to evaluate and implement design changes. Represent the organization as the prime technical contact on contracts and projects.ResponsibilitiesInteract with personnel on significant technical matters often requiring coordination between organizationsIdentifies and oversees testing required to obtain necessary data to support field actions, regulatory renewals, submissions and deficiency responsesProvide critical evaluation manufacturing and supplier change impact on fielded productsInitiates change activity (CA) to modify maintain design documentation (BOMs, Specs, drawings)Supports CAPAs (Corrective & Preventive Actions) and RPIs (Released Product Investigations) including possible CAPA ownershipProvides RPE input to new product development teamsAssists Regulatory Specialists by providing design & clinical use data and rationale to support worldwide regulatory submissions and certification renewalsSupports IQ/OQ/PQ, DOE’s, SPC, Gauge R&R, Sampling methodologies, Data Analysis, Hypothesis Testing, Modeling/Predictive Analyses, Capability Studies (CpK) and Component QualificationsCollaborates with reliability and manufacturing personnel to determine and execute appropriate tests/assessments to evaluate supplier, process, material, design, or component changes prior to implementationCollaborates with reliability, manufacturing, materials, and R&D to investigate product performance issues/returned product analysis to identify root cause(s) and implement corrective action(s)Assists manufacturing sites with lean layout initiatives, interfacility transfers and outsourcingSupports cost reduction and continuous improvement projectsProvides problem solving/trouble shooting support to manufacturing sites and key suppliers to increase yields, maintain process capability, and improve efficiency and costSupports internal and external regulatory compliance auditsActively participates in new product development to RPE transfers; ensures completion of all transfer deliverablesMust Have (Minimum Requirements)To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident on your resume.Bachelor’s degree in a technically related field requiredMinimum of 4 years of relevant experience or advanced degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, OR a PhDOnsiteAt Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. We’re working onsite 4 days a week to drive performance, foster an environment of belonging, and collaborate to inspire as we engineer the extraordinary.Nice to Have (Preferred Qualifications)Relevant experience in the Medical Device Industry including experience with design and development of Class II or III medical devices, and familiarity with medical device regulatory standards (e.g., ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR Part 820)Experience performing statistical analysis using Minitab or similar statistical software to support product development and process improvementHands-on involvement in verification testing, including test planning, execution, data analysis, and documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory requirementsAble to facilitate cross functional group problem solving, decision making, and small projects; including CAPAsProficiency in 3D CAD modeling software (e.g., Creo, SolidWorks, or equivalent)Experience with rapid prototyping techniques and materials selection for medical applicationsDemonstrated ability to conduct design failure mode effects analysis (DFMEA)Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skillsPhysical Job RequirementsThe 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 & CompensationMedtronic 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): 128,000.00 - 192,000.00. 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. Some benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.Further details are available at the link below: Medtronic benefits and compensation plansAbout MedtronicWe 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. 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 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-24