We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 10 Jan 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

In this exciting, hands-on role, the Senior Principal Process Engineer will have the responsibility of developing and sustaining laser bond manufacturing processes.

This position will work onsite at our plant in Tempe, Arizona.

Responsibilities include:

• Drive projects to successful completion using Project Management skills.
• Utilize technical skills associated with Six Sigma, Lean, DRM/DFSS and other appropriate improvement techniques to drive continuous improvement.
• Follow established procedures to perform detailed, accurate, and compliant engineering documentation for Master Validation Plans, pFMEA, Equipment Installation, Characterization, Qualification and Validation activities.
• Perform duties in compliance with environmental, health and safety related site rules, policies, or governmental regulations.
• Identify and work to remove barriers that slow or prevent the successful completion of projects.
• Develops manufacturing processes that are applicable to statistical process control and may develop those techniques including the measurement systems.
• Ensures processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations.
• May develop and conduct statistical analysis or recommend additions to document work.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus a minimum of 10 years relevant hands-on experience with laser systems, optical components, and precision alignment processes or advanced degree plus a minimum of 8 years relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Optical Sciences, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Knowledge of optomechanical engineering principles, including mounting and alignment of optical components.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex optical and mechanical issues.
• Strong understanding of laser systems, including harmonic generation, beam manipulation, and system integration.
• Knowledge of G-codes and M-codes
• Familiarity with laboratory practices, including the use of spectrometers, power meters, and beam profilers.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate experimental data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience with galvo systems and beam steering technologies.
• Proficiency in tools such as optical design software (e.g., Zemax, Code V) and CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks).

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):$146,400.00 - $219,600.00

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 benefit