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Principal Engineer - Modeling & Simulation - Surgical Robotics

Medtronic
North Haven, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 5 Jun 2025
💰 $192,000/yr

About the role

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 31 Jul 2025


 

At 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 Life

Looking for an Expert in Modeling and Simulation, Multibody Dynamics and Kinematics, Robotics, Finite Element Analysis.

A Day in The Life

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

  • Drive adoption of model-based design for developing innovative robotic surgical solutions
  • Develop computational models of robotic assemblies
  • Assess model credibility, drive model improvement and validation
  • Analyze performance, reliability and safety of the robotic assisted surgery system
  • Build simulation frameworks integrating multiple models
  • Enhance and maintain a suite of simulation and data analysis tools
  • Collaborate with internal customers determine customer needs and define model use cases
  • Present findings and capabilities to cross-functional teams and stakeholders
  • Contribute to design decisions, requirements breakdown, testing and manufacturing strategy

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree with 7 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with 5 years of relevant experience.
  • Candidates with less professional experience are encouraged to apply. The job level can be adjusted to experience.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with robotics or electro-mechanical systems
  • Proficient in multibody dynamics and kinematics
  • Experience in parameter estimation and hardware characterization
  • Expert in Matlab/Simulink, Python and/or other software for simulation and data analysis
  • Knowledge in control theory and closed loop systems
  • Proficient in finite element methods for structural and thermal analysis of complex assemblies
  • Expert in Ansys, LS-Dyna and/or other FEA Software
  • Experience with design of experiment and test fixtures
  • Knowledge in server/cloud based simulation frameworks and processing of data
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate in projects with multi-site teams and across engineering disciplines
  • Experience in medical device Industry or other regulated Industry  

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.

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):$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 Acco

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