Senior Biomedical Engineer

MiniMed•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$112,000 - $212,000

About The Position

MiniMed is seeking an experienced Senior Biomedical Engineer for its Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) Sensor R&D team. The role addresses complex technical challenges involving next-generation CGM sensor technologies and improvements to existing sensor products. The engineer develops and executes data-driven experimental strategies to characterize component- and system-level performance, translating technical insights into improvements that support sensor design, reliability, robustness, and continuous improvement. Structured problem-solving methods, including DMAIC, are emphasized. The position requires a strong background in medical-device product development, preferably including electrochemical sensors and related technologies, as well as analytical problem-solving skills and cross-functional experience. Work includes failure analysis, development of test methods and analytical capabilities, contributions to CGM subsystems, and biomedical equipment safety, maintenance, and regulatory compliance activities. The description also includes research activities involving enzyme reactions, organic compounds, compound screening and optimization, and enzyme assays.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and at least 4 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree and at least 2 years of relevant experience.
Ability to work on multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in biomedical engineering, chemical engineering, or a related engineering field, with at least 5 years of medical-device industry experience; alternatively, an advanced degree with at least 3 years of medical-device industry experience.
Experience developing electrochemical medical devices within design controls and Quality Management Systems; familiarity with FSA requirements, ISO 13485, risk analysis, and FMEA.
Experience solving complex failure-analysis investigations using structured problem-solving methods such as DMAIC, root-cause analysis, fault-tree analysis, and hypothesis-driven experimentation.
Experience with characterization, design of experiments, and data-analysis methodologies, including at least T-tests, ANOVA, and significance testing.
Knowledge of in-vitro and in-vivo testing of subcutaneous medical devices.
DMAIC certification or equivalent scientific-method problem-solving certification for root-cause analysis.
Experience with statistical data-analysis software such as Minitab, JMP, or Matlab.
Greenbelt in DRM or Six Sigma.
Cleanroom procedural experience.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and characterize performance anomalies in microfabricated electrochemical biosensors using systematic experimentation, analytical techniques, and data-driven analysis.
Develop, document, and conduct root-cause investigations of systems and components to determine failure mechanisms.
Write formal analysis reports that clearly communicate findings to the submitter and broader audiences.
Use knowledge of product failure modes to work with technicians and R&D engineers in assessing existing and potential failures.
Work with R&D and quality engineers to identify opportunities to improve product quality, reliability, manufacturability, and functionality.
Initiate and lead implementation of improvements identified through continuous-improvement activities.
Obtain, interpret, and use data from formal testing, complaint handling, and other document repositories.
Develop test methodologies for failure analysis of components and products.
Identify and research component and system failures during early product development to improve quality and reliability.
Develop analytical methodologies and acquire equipment to support strategic failure-analysis capabilities for future technologies and products.
Contribute to development of continuous glucose monitoring subsystems in support of group goals.
Design, develop, and provide safety testing, repair, and maintenance of biomedical equipment.
Ensure biomedical equipment complies with applicable regulatory requirements and quality-control standards.
Design studies and conduct research on enzyme reactions and the effects of organic compounds on biological processes.
Participate in compound screening and optimization programs and develop and run enzyme assays.

Benefits

Competitive salary and flexible benefits package.
Health insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Health Savings Account access.
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account.
Life insurance.
Long-term disability leave.
Dependent daycare spending account.
Incentive plans, including eligibility for a short-term incentive (STI).
401(k) plan with company match.
Short-term disability coverage.
Paid time off and holidays.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan participation.
Employee Assistance Program access.
Eligible employees may have access to a Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement and Capital Accumulation Plan, subject to IRS minimum earnings requirements.