We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 5 Dec 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

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 23 November 2025.

This role will require about 10-15% travel to enhance collaboration and ensure successful completion of projects.

Are you an experienced engineering leader with a passion for innovation and new product introductions (NPI) Medtronic’s Spine Operating Unit is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to lead our talented team at the Warsaw, IN site. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in shaping and optimizing New product introduction influencing design for manufacturing processes, driving operational excellence, and ensuring the successful launch of life-changing medical devices.

As a Senior Engineering Manager, you’ll provide strategic direction and oversight for engineering projects, guiding cross-functional teams through all phases of planning, development, and implementation. You’ll champion best practices in manufacturing, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and foster a collaborative, high-performance environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact on cutting-edge spine technologies and improve patient outcomes worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary engineering team, providing coaching, development, and performance feedback.

• Oversee the design and optimization of manufacturing processes, production layouts, and equipment installations to ensure efficiency, quality, and compliance.

• Drive new product introductions (NPI), collaborating closely with cross-functional partners in development, quality, and operations.

• Develop and implement strategies for process improvements, risk mitigation, and cost savings across the site.

• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and Medtronic’s standards for process controls and quality assurance.

• Manage capital projects, including technology transfers, equipment validation, and integration of new manufacturing technologies.

• Facilitate effective communication and feedback between manufacturing teams, development engineers, quality engineers, and senior management.

• Partner with operations leadership to support business growth, continuous improvement initiatives, and future funding strategies.

• Represent the site in interactions with contract manufacturers and suppliers, coordinating local visits and collaboration.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience with 5+ years of managerial experience

OR

• An advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience with 5+ years of managerial experience.

Nice to Have

• Advanced degree in engineering or related field

• Demonstrated experience leading and developing high-performing engineering teams

• Proven ability to inspire, motivate, and influence others to achieve business objectives

• Strong strategic thinking and decision-making skills, with a track record of driving results

• Experience managing through organizational change and fostering a culture of continuous improvement

• Skilled at conflict resolution and providing constructive feedback

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and all levels of the organization

• Metallurgical background with expertise in material properties and applications

• Experience with titanium, cobalt chrome, and the implementation of new technologies

• Proficiency with CNC controls and process optimization from a design perspective

• Strong understanding of process controls, GD&T, and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles

• Experience with capital equipment projects and technology integration

• Proven ability to drive improvements through feedback collection and analysis

• Proactive, resilient attitude with adaptability to shifting priorities and high-pressure situations

• Experience in a growing or transitioning site environment

• Familiarity with contract manufacturer/supplier management

• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies

Physical Job Requirements

The above