Materials Engineer II - Neuro

Medtronic • Minneapolis, MN

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About The Position

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 Materials Engineer at Neuromodulation/Pelvic Health Responsibilities may include: Analyze, research, design, and develop materials and related fabrication/application processes to optimize materials for engineering design and application in structures, systems, and subsystems. Apply principles of chemistry, physics, and material science to develop metallic, polymer, and composite material and processing specifications, fabrication, and assembly processes. Develop, analyze, and apply material properties to design requirements, processing parameters, and engineering specifications. Partner with manufacturing engineers on key processes including: machining metals forming, welding (primarily resistance welding and laser welding), injection molding, extrusion, coatings applications (both metals and polymers), adhesives & assembly techniques. Conduct material analysis, including failure analysis, of components, systems, and subsystems. Evaluate materials and designs for Materials of Concern and develop compliance evidence for Materials of Concern standards and regulations. Gather evidence to support biostability and biocompatibility of materials and designs. Cross functional collaboration supporting projects throughout the product life cycle including technology development, new product development, and released product support. Follow quality system requirements and industry standards to complete deliverables and other documentation. Identify areas for documentation improvement and implement solutions. Technical Specialist Career Stream: Individual contributor responsible for advancing or introducing new technology and therapies and for supporting existing technologies and therapies. Manages projects and works with stakeholders to achieve results. May mentor colleagues or direct lower-level professionals. Ability to analyze data and solve complex engineering problems. Differentiating Factors: Autonomy: Works independently with general supervision on larger, moderately complex projects/assignments. Collaborates with experienced professionals to develop understanding of designs, materials, and processes. Possesses strong detail orientation and organizational skills. Technical Skills: Proficient in materials characterization, testing methods, and knowledge of material properties. Working knowledge of standards and regulations including those related to Materials of Concern and biocompatibility. Working knowledge of biomaterials, specifically those intended for implantation within the body, and methods used to analyze biostability. Working knowledge of materials processing and interactions between processing and performance. Innovation and Complexity: Problem-solving mindset, may require understanding of broader context; makes adjustments or recommends enhancements to improve effectiveness. Communication and Influence: Communicates primarily with internal contacts across matrixed organization; shares information, status, needs, and issues to inform and support decision-making. Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting and collaboration. Organizational Impact: Sets objectives for own job area to meet project goals; develops relationships to support cross-functional assignments. Leadership and Talent Management: May provide guidance to entry-level professionals or support staff.

Requirements

• Requires a Material Science, Material Engineering, Chemical Engineering with Materials, or Equivalent Baccalaureate degree and minimum of 2 years of relevant experience OR a Master’s degree with a minimum of 0 years relevant experience.
• Proficient in materials characterization, testing methods, and knowledge of material properties.
• Working knowledge of standards and regulations including those related to Materials of Concern and biocompatibility.
• Working knowledge of biomaterials, specifically those intended for implantation within the body, and methods used to analyze biostability.
• Working knowledge of materials processing and interactions between processing and performance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting and collaboration.
• Lab Skills: Cross sectioning, metallography, tensile testing (e.g. Instron or MTS), optical microscopy, SEM, DMA, FTIR, DSC, XRF, TGA, XPS, rheometry, GPC, electrochemical and corrosion characterization (EIS, cyclic voltammetry, potentiodynamic polarization, electrodeposition).

Responsibilities

• Analyze, research, design, and develop materials and related fabrication/application processes to optimize materials for engineering design and application in structures, systems, and subsystems.
• Apply principles of chemistry, physics, and material science to develop metallic, polymer, and composite material and processing specifications, fabrication, and assembly processes.
• Develop, analyze, and apply material properties to design requirements, processing parameters, and engineering specifications.
• Partner with manufacturing engineers on key processes including: machining metals forming, welding (primarily resistance welding and laser welding), injection molding, extrusion, coatings applications (both metals and polymers), adhesives & assembly techniques.
• Conduct material analysis, including failure analysis, of components, systems, and subsystems.
• Evaluate materials and designs for Materials of Concern and develop compliance evidence for Materials of Concern standards and regulations.
• Gather evidence to support biostability and biocompatibility of materials and designs.
• Cross functional collaboration supporting projects throughout the product life cycle including technology development, new product development, and released product support.
• Follow quality system requirements and industry standards to complete deliverables and other documentation.
• Identify areas for documentation improvement and implement solutions.

Benefits

• Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
• We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
• Health, Dental and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability leave
• Dependent daycare spending account
• Tuition assistance/reimbursement
• Simple Steps (global well-being program)
• Incentive plans
• 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
• Short-term disability
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
• Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees