Principal Test Engineer

Principal Test EngineerJoin Medtronic's Engineering team and help develop the next generation of life-changing medical technologies. This Principal Test Engineer will play a critical role in developing and optimizing manufacturing processes for complex capital equipment products. The role will focus on design transfer, production readiness, software release implementation, process improvement, and manufacturing excellence within a highly regulated medical device environment.This position partners closely with R&D, Quality, Operations, and Manufacturing teams to ensure efficient and compliant production processes while supporting new product introductions and sustaining engineering activities. The ideal candidate brings deep manufacturing engineering expertise, experience with software-enabled products, and a strong continuous improvement mindset.Primary ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop manufacturing processes, procedures, production layouts, and workflows for complex electromechanical medical device assemblies.Lead manufacturing readiness activities for new product introductions, software releases, and design transfer initiatives.Develop and optimize production processes to improve efficiency, quality, throughput, and regulatory compliance.Evaluate manufacturing equipment, machinery, and tooling performance, identifying and implementing corrective actions to address issues and improve performance.Collaborate with engineering teams to influence product designs that support manufacturability, scalability, and efficient production.Incorporate inspection, testing, and validation requirements into manufacturing processes and production plans.Drive statistical process control (SPC), Lean Manufacturing, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance.Ensure manufacturing processes, procedures, and documentation comply with applicable regulatory and quality system requirements.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.Minimum of 7 years of relevant manufacturing engineering experience, or an advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.Experience developing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes in a regulated industry.Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional manufacturing projects from concept through implementation.Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems, process controls, product transfer, and production support activities.25% travel requiredPreferred QualificationsExperience implementing software releases and test automation solutions within a manufacturing environment.Experience supporting production software releases and design transfer activities for software-enabled products.Knowledge of capital equipment manufacturing, including low-volume, high-complexity production environments.Experience working with motors, sensors, and electromechanical assemblies.Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement expertise, including DMAIC methodology and/or Six Sigma Black Belt certification.For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.Physical 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. 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.U.S. Work Authorization & SponsorshipAt Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.Recruitment Fraud AlertWe are aware of phishing scams targeting job seekers. Please keep the following in mind:Apply only through official Medtronic channels. All legitimate Medtronic recruiting communications come from approved Medtronic platforms and official @medtronic.com email addresses.Medtronic will never ask for payment or sensitive personal information (such as bank account or Social Security details) during early stages of the hiring process. Any such requests are not legitimate.If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from Medtronic, do not respond, click links, or open attachments.If you have any questions, concerns regarding the authenticity of a communication alleged to have been made by or on behalf of Medtronic, please contact us immediately at View email address on click.appcast.io 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):$123,200.00 - $184,800.00This 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 plansIt 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. 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