Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer

Medtronic • Newton, MA

1d • $106,400 - $159,600 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer in CAS Research & Technology (R&T), you will support the initial design of electrophysiology devices for use with the Affera Mapping and Ablation System. This high-impact role helps define the design direction for future catheter and sheath products. The role calls for a hands-on, self-starting engineer who applies theoretical and practical engineering fundamentals and is interested in cardiac electrophysiology. The position follows Medtronic’s minimum four-day-per-week onsite work model.

The Affera system uses advanced mapping techniques to image the heart’s electrical activity and identify areas causing arrhythmias, then delivers targeted energy to disrupt abnormal signals and restore normal rhythm. The role involves designing and developing mechanical elements for cardiac electrophysiology catheters and other Class II and III devices, with consideration for high-volume assembly. It also includes developing manufacturing processes, test methods, fixtures, and tooling; supporting manufacturing and troubleshooting; and collaborating with quality, suppliers, clinicians, and cross-functional engineering teams.

The stated U.S. salary range, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California, is $106,400 to $159,600. The position is eligible for the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and at least 4 years of relevant experience, or a master's degree and at least 2 years of relevant experience, or a Ph.D. with 0 years of relevant experience.
• Strong mechanical product design experience.
• Excellent working knowledge of 3D CAD tools; SolidWorks is preferred.
• For baccalaureate degrees earned outside the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

Nice To Haves

• Degree focus in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in medical device design.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to work in a laboratory environment.
• Highly motivated and able to thrive with minimal direction.
• Team-oriented approach and ability to work cross-functionally across disciplines and groups.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, prototype, design, and develop mechanical system elements for cardiac electrophysiology catheters and other Class II and III devices intended for high-volume assembly.
• Develop manufacturing and assembly processes for complex catheter assemblies containing miniature, precision electromechanical components.
• Conceptualize, design, and implement test methods and fixtures for characterization or validation.
• Support device manufacturing by developing improved processes and tooling, troubleshooting manufacturing and assembly issues, and working with Quality team members on recovery plans and problem resolution.
• Participate in design reviews and assist with Design and Process Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (FMEA).
• Identify and work with component manufacturers to support timely and accurate component delivery.
• Attend and participate in pre-clinical in-vivo system evaluations and interact with clinicians and industry professionals to evaluate design concepts.
• Participate in laboratory demonstrations for clinicians and internal stakeholders.
• Work cross-functionally with electronics hardware and software engineers to integrate electrical components and systems with the mechanical design.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and flexible benefits package.
• Eligible for the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP), a short-term incentive.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible regular employees working 20 or more hours per week.
• Health Savings Account and Healthcare Flexible Spending Account for eligible regular employees working 20 or more hours per week.
• Life insurance and long-term disability leave for eligible regular employees working 20 or more hours per week.
• Dependent daycare spending account and tuition assistance or reimbursement for eligible regular employees working 20 or more hours per week.
• Simple Steps global well-being program for eligible regular employees working 20 or more hours per week.
• Incentive plans for all regular employees.
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution and match for all regular employees.
• Short-term disability, paid time off, and paid holidays for all regular employees.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan for all regular employees.
• Employee Assistance Program for all regular employees.
• Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement, subject to IRS earning minimums, for all regular employees.
• Capital Accumulation Plan for Vice Presidents and above or subject to IRS earning minimums.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior