Senior Test Method Development Engineer
MedtronicAbout the role
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
In this role, you would be ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and precision of measurement systems and test methods used in product development, manufacturing, and quality assurance. This role includes developing, validating, and maintaining test methods—both for measurement systems and product performance testing.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with process development engineers to design, develop, validate, and maintain test methods for both measurement systems and product performance testing (ie. tensile testing, torque testing, stiffness).
- Ensure compliance with design and regulatory requirements.
- Support, identify, program and operate advanced measurement equipment, including various inspection systems, such as Hexagon, Micro-Vu, Keyence to ensure accurate and repeatable results.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and execute product performance test methods that evaluate functionality, durability, and compliance with specifications.
- Analyze and interpret measurement and test data. Conduct Gage R&R.
- Provide training and support to team members on equipment operation and test method procedures.
- Stay current with industry standards, advancements in measurement and testing technologies, and regulatory requirements to ensure compliance and continuous improvement. Document and maintain records of test method development and validation in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
Must Have: Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience OR
- Advanced degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
Nice to Have: Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with CMM programming and operation.
- Experience with test fixture development.
- Strong understanding of test method development and validation.
- Proficiency in statistical analysis and data interpretation.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Familiarity with industry standards such as ISO/IEC 17025, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), and regulatory requirements.
- Experience in a medical device or other highly regulated industry.
- Familiarity with SPC software systems (Infinity QS, etc.)
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.
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