Supplier Quality Engineer II

Medtronic • Memphis, TN

7d • Onsite

About The Position

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 30 Mar 2026 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 Supplier Quality Engineer II – Pre-Market, Cranial & Spinal Technologies Onsite – Memphis, Tennessee At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. We're working onsite 4 days a week to drive performance, foster an environment of belonging, and collaborate to inspire as we engineer the extraordinary. We are seeking a committed professional to join our team. This position is onsite at our Memphis, Tennessee facility. We value what makes you unique. Together, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology can do to help alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be. Be a part of a company that thinks differently to solve problems, make progress, and deliver meaningful innovations. In this role as a Supplier Quality Engineer II, you will support Pre-Market Supplier Quality Engineering activities for the CST Operating Unit. The Supplier Quality team primarily supports NPI (New Product Introduction) projects and supplier management activities and processes. Cranial and Spinal Technologies (CST) is redefining cranial and spinal procedures to reduce variability and improve outcomes with the goal of restoring long-term quality of life for more patients. CST is the market leader in spinal implants, robotics, and navigation. The scope of this position will primarily focus on Spine and biologics hardware and procedures but may have responsibilities for other portions of CST. We believe that when people from different cultures, genders, and points of view come together, innovation is the result and everyone wins. Medtronic walks the walk, creating an inclusive culture where you can thrive.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with 0 years of relevant experience.
• Experience or coursework in supplier quality, manufacturing quality, or a related engineering discipline.
• Familiarity with ISO 13485 or FDA 21 CFR 820 quality management systems.
• Strong organizational, technical writing, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of DRM, Lean, and Six Sigma principles.
• Knowledge of GD&T.
• Familiarity with Risk Management tools such as DFMEA or PFMEA.
• Exposure to validation activities (IQ, OQ, PQ).
• Knowledge of manufacturing assembly processes and inspection and testing methods.
• Familiarity with NPI processes.

Responsibilities

• Supports Pre-Market Supplier Quality Engineering activities for New Product Introduction (NPI) projects, working in partnership with project teams and Post-Market Supplier Quality Teams to help deliver quality parts, materials, and services that allow Medtronic to provide customers with the highest quality and reliable products.
• Assists in driving supplier requirements by collaborating with Product Development Engineering and other cross-functional partners to clarify design intent, identify critical features, and assess feature risk.
• Works with suppliers to ensure parts are designed for reliability, manufacturability, and cost.
• Supports supplier qualification activities according to company standards including supplier segmentation, early supplier involvement, supplier selection, approved supplier list requirements, and supplier agreements.
• May participate in supplier audits (QMS and process audits) to ensure good manufacturing practices and quality standards are met. This may include supporting audit planning, participating in audit execution, and assisting with follow-up on audit findings.
• Participates in Design Transfer activities to support successful transfer to external suppliers including CM/OEM.
• Supports part qualification strategy (PPAP or other) and works with suppliers to execute the qualification plan.
• Assists with process development work with suppliers to deliver capable parts and processes.
• Applies foundational knowledge of physics, chemistry, and material behaviors in the evaluation of supplier processes.
• May support process validations (IQ/OQ/PQ) and special processes.
• Works with suppliers and internal Receiving Inspection teams on inspection and testing methods, MSA/TMVs, product acceptance sampling strategies, and control plans.
• Supports supplier performance monitoring and communicates supplier-related issues as they arise.
• May assist with non-conforming material reports, supplier change requests, and quality performance reviews.
• Supports Corrective Actions and Preventive Actions (CAPA) to help investigate issues, identify root cause, and apply effective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Applies a continuous improvement mindset and supports the use of Design for Reliability and Manufacturability (DRM) and Lean Six Sigma (LSS) tools as applicable.
• Builds relationships with key stakeholders and contributes positively to a collaborative, cross-functional team environment.
• As a Level II, you will work under moderate supervision, developing your technical expertise and growing your ability to independently address quality challenges in a regulated medical device environment.

Benefits

• Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
• A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values.
• We recognize their contributions.
• They share in the success they help to create.
• 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