Quality Engineer II

Quality Engineer II

Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact.

The Quality Engineering function partners across manufacturing, operations, and quality teams to improve product and process performance through risk identification, prevention, and continuous improvement. This team focuses on strengthening quality systems, advancing First Time Quality (FTQ) practices, reducing manufacturing and process variation, and supporting compliant, scalable operations that prioritize patient safety and product quality. This Hybrid Flex position is based at Rice Creek - West and requires onsite presence four days per week. 25% travel is required.

As a Quality Engineer II, you will drive initiatives that improve manufacturing and business process quality by reducing risk, improving process stability, and embedding First Time Quality principles across operations. This role partners with cross-functional teams to implement sustainable quality improvements, strengthen compliance, and support projects that enhance operational performance and product quality.

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:

• Lead projects that reduce factory escape risks across internal and external manufacturing sites.
• Drive elimination of rework and reprocessing activities to improve process efficiency and value stream stability.
• Define, implement, and enhance First Time Quality (FTQ) programs, metrics, and governance processes.
• Partner with manufacturing and engineering teams to embed quality controls into new production lines and equipment.
• Implement First Time Quality principles within transactional and non-manufacturing processes.
• Support development and maintenance of a compliant, scalable Quality Management System.
• Interpret regulatory requirements, agency guidelines, and internal policies to ensure compliance.
• Manage project activities including planning, risk identification, issue resolution, resource coordination, and communication of project status.

Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident in your applicant profile.

• Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience OR Master's degree.
• Experience supporting quality improvement initiatives within a regulated industry.
• Experience analyzing process performance and using data to drive quality improvements.
• Experience working with quality systems, compliance requirements, or continuous improvement programs.

Nice to Have

• Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience with First Time Quality (FTQ), Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience leading cross-functional quality or process improvement projects.
• Knowledge of manufacturing risk management, process validation, or quality engineering tools.
• Experience establishing and monitoring quality metrics and performance indicators.

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.

U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship

At 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.

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):$79,200.00 - $118,800.00

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.