Senior Quality Engineer

Medtronic • Minneapolis, MN

8d • Onsite

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 Act boldly. Compete to win. Move with speed and decisiveness. Foster belonging. Deliver results…the right way. That’s the Medtronic Mindset — our cultural norms. Our brand is rooted in action, not just words. The Medtronic Mindset defines the expectations of our culture. Every person here plays a role in bringing it to life. We recognize your extraordinary potential to ensure future generations live better, healthier lives. The Senior Quality Engineer will play a critical role in driving quality systems improvements and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. This position is responsible for leading CAPAs, managing quality improvement projects and collaborating across departments to enhance product quality and process effectiveness. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, technical expertise, and a passion for delivering exceptional results. This role is 100% onsite at our Rice Creek, MN site.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science or technical field with 4+ years of work experience in Engineering, Quality, and/or experience in a regulated industry OR Advanced Degree in Engineering, Science or technical field with 2+ years of work experience in Engineering, Quality, and/or experience in a regulated industry

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 2 years in a quality engineering role within the medical device or related industry.
• Proven experience managing CAPAs and leading cross-functional quality projects.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems (e.g., FDA regulations, ISO 13485).
• Proficiency in root cause analysis tools (e.g., Fishbone Diagram, 5 Whys).
• Expertise in project management methodologies and tools.
• Excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage CAPA lifecycle, including root cause analysis, corrective action implementation, and preventive measures and ensure timely completion.
• Plan, execute and monitor quality improvement projects to enhance product reliability and process efficiency.
• Track project milestones, timelines, and deliverables using project management tools.
• Develop, track and manage project budgets, ensuring alignment with financial goals and delivering cost-effective solutions.
• Proactively identify and mitigate project risks, including resource constraints or financial overruns, to ensure on-time delivery.
• Strategically allocate personnel, equipment and materials to ensure efficient project execution while minimizing resource bottlenecks.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing and other teams to achieve project goals.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members on quality processes and regulatory standards.
• Prepare and present detailed reports on project status, performance metrics and quality improvements to stakeholders and leadership.
• Foster a culture of quality and accountability across teams to promote operational excellence.

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, and 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), and 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