Sr. Biomedical Engineer Sensor R&D

Medtronic • Los Angeles, CA

97d • $137,300 - $156,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Sr. Biomedical Engineer - Sensor R&D position at Medtronic, Inc. in Northridge, CA, involves technical research in biosensor design, focusing on medical device design, sensing devices, and data analysis. The role requires leveraging first principles in electrochemistry, materials physics, and biosignals fundamentals to develop next-generation glucose and multianalyte sensors for Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) applications. Responsibilities include establishing wafer fabrication and thin film coating processes for new sensing materials, characterizing biosensor materials using various physical and electrochemical techniques, and designing biosensor electrode layouts using CAD software. The position also involves analyzing signals from biosensor prototypes, optimizing sensor performance, and engaging with external suppliers to ensure compliance with quality metrics. Communication of findings through presentations and technical documentation is also a key aspect of the role.

Requirements

• Masters' Degree or foreign equivalent in Material Science, Physics, Biomedical Engineering, Nanoengineering, or related field and two years of experience in the medical device industry; OR Bachelors' Degree or foreign equivalent and five years of experience.
• At least two years' experience in biosensor design based on electrochemistry and materials physics.
• Experience in wafer microfabrication, thin film coatings, and nanomaterial processing.
• Familiarity with surface analysis and electrochemical characterization techniques.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, ECO, and BOM.
• Experience with in vitro and in vivo testing of medical devices.
• Proficient in MATLAB, JMP, and/or Minitab.
• Knowledge of DOE, RCA, Gage R&R, and IQ/OQ/PQ.
• Experience working with external suppliers and vendors.
• Ability to draft technical documentation, including specifications and engineering reports.

Responsibilities

• Conduct technical research in biosensor design.
• Develop next-generation glucose and multianalyte sensors for CGM applications.
• Establish wafer fabrication and thin film coating processes.
• Characterize biosensor materials using physical and electrochemical techniques.
• Design biosensor electrode layouts using CAD software.
• Review and approve design, process, and BOM changes through ECOs.
• Analyze signals from biosensor prototypes from in vivo and in vitro studies.
• Leverage DOE, RCA, and analytical data methodologies to optimize sensor performance.
• Perform Gage R&R, IQ, OQ, and PQ for validation of precision instruments.
• Engage with external suppliers and vendors to ensure compliance with quality metrics.
• Communicate findings through presentations and technical documentation.

Benefits

• 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
• Capital Accumulation Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Miscellaneous Manufacturing
• Education Level: Master's degree