We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 20 Jun 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

Careers that Change Lives

The working location for this role is the Medtronic facility located in Tempe, Arizona; however, the individual may also work from another US-based Medtronic facility. Additional work locations may include:

• Minneapolis, Minnesota; North Haven, Connecticut; Galway, Ireland

At Medtronic, we value what makes you unique. Be part of a company that thinks differently to solve problems, make progress, and deliver meaningful innovations. We are looking for an Engineering Director to lead and transform and automate manual Test and Visual Inspection solutions across Medtronic global manufacturing enterprise. This role is critical in driving harmonized strategies that enhance manufacturing equipment and test and inspection solution design, development, and integration.

A Day in the Life

• Lead a team of SMEs in Automated Test and Inspection (MTI) Manufacturing Equipment and Solution Design, Development, and Integration, delivering strategies and systems that align with Medtronic's vision.

• Partner with manufacturing sites to implement Automated Test and Inspection Strategies, ensuring quality and reliability of test data.

• Develop external partnerships to foster innovation in Automated Test and Inspection Systems, driving cost efficiency and productivity.

• Oversee the design and development of new manufacturing equipment and automated test and inspection solutions, ensuring seamless integration and functionality within existing systems.

• Guide the conceptualization and development of new methodologies, materials, and machines for automated test and inspection solutions, from initial design through to successful integration and deployment.

Automated Test and Visual Inspection Specific Job Accountabilities:

• Shape and transform future Automated Test and Inspection systems to improve financial efficiency, product capability, process control, and reliability.

• Monitor and evaluate technical quality assurance, control systems, and standards to ensure excellence in materials and techniques.

• Direct feasibility studies and documentation maintenance through Program Management and project teams throughout all phases of research and development.

• Coordinate with outside suppliers and consultants to ensure timely delivery and integration of innovative solutions.

People Management Functional Career Stream:

• Lead a cross-functional department comprised of multiple project leaders and subject matters expert teams, providing visionary leadership and strategic direction.

• Focus on developing and nurturing talent, fostering an environment of engagement and inclusion.

• Mentor and coach staff to exceed performance expectations, guiding their professional development and aligning goals with departmental objectives.

Differentiating Factors:

• Leadership: Inspire and motivate teams to achieve strategic goals and drive innovation across the organization.

• Organizational Impact: Develop and implement strategies that significantly impact the financial performance, employee engagement, and public image of the operational unit and the company.

• Innovation and Complexity: Lead the development of innovative solutions to complex, undefined problems, encouraging a culture of best practices and continuous improvement.

• Communication and Influence: Cultivate long-term strategic relationships and alliances, effectively influencing and negotiating across functions and businesses to achieve common objectives.

• Talent Management: Strategically manage workforce planning and development, authorizing key decisions related to hiring, promotions, and rewards to align with business outcomes.

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

• Requires a Baccalaureate degree (or equivalent for degrees earned outside of the United States) and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience with 7+ years of managerial experience, or an advanced degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience with 7+ years of managerial experience.

• Mastery level knowledge and skills within a specific technical or professional discipline, with broad understanding of other areas within the job function.

• Strong management a