Test Engineer I
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 Across our global Neuroscience organization, we advance care for some of medicine’s most complex neurological and spinal conditions. By combining innovative technology, data-driven insights, and deep clinical expertise, we partner with physicians and health systems to improve how patients are treated and supported throughout their care journey. Our Cranial & Spinal Technologies (CST) Operating Unit develops and delivers an integrated ecosystem of spinal implants, navigation and robotic guidance systems, advanced imaging, and data-driven planning tools for complex spine and cranial procedures. Platforms such as AiBLE™ connect these technologies to enhance surgical precision, streamline workflows, and support improved patient outcomes across the globe. Check us out on LinkedIn: Medtronic CST The Test Engineer I has the responsibility and authority to design, develop, and implement testing methods and equipment to ensure Medtronic’s cutting edge medical products meet our user’s needs and our quality and reliability standards. The Test Engineer I performs verification testing of mechanical, electro-mechanical and software products for compliance, accuracy and reliability. Work is performed under leadership direction. 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. This role will require 10 - 20% of travel to enhance collaboration and ensure successful completion of projects.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a technically related field (STEM)
- Must possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Working knowledge of software design, development, debug and test practices.
- Oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Willingness to learn and apply generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot) to improve work efficiency, including writing and debugging scripts, analyzing code or requirement changes, and streamlining documentation tasks.
- Experience with medical device testing and understanding of FDA Quality System Regulations (QSR)
- Familiarity with generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot) to writing and debugging scripts
- Experience with test automation including GUI, integration and stress testing and designing and implementing test automation frameworks.
- Experience with utilizing AI for
- Able to handle multiple tasks/projects and manage priorities
- Ability to work in a fast paced, collaborative team environment.
- Experience with Agile and iterative development practices is a plus.
- Project management skills including planning, estimation, tracking and communication
- Self-motivated with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently
- Experience with C++, Linux, Python, Perl, SQL, XML, Selenium, Javascript, continuous integration and other technical tools.
- Machine shop experience.
- Knowledge of statistical methods.
- For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for plans, schedules and equipment required for testing including tool/fixture/phantom design.
- Compiles data and defines changes required in test equipment, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, or new testing requirements.
- Responsible for verification and validation of new or changed products including generating plans, protocols and reports for testing performed.
- Create, develop and maintain test software.
- Ensures test equipment is in good working order and calibrated, as necessary.
- Coordinates and oversees the testing of equipment and product at outside test facilities.
- Sets up and develops test tracking, monitoring and data recording systems.
- Provides solutions to a variety of technical problems of moderate scope and complexity.
- Participate in all phases of product development as needed such as reviewing requirements, design, usability, risk assessment and defects.
- Design, implement and/or execute automated testing.
- Identify and implement process improvements.
- Participate in defect tracking and analysis.
- Troubleshoot, debug, maintain, and support existing products.
- Effectively communicate findings, problems and solutions to project teams and stakeholders.
- Collaborate and maintain excellent working relationships with team members and stakeholders.
- All activities must be performed in compliance with the Quality System.
- Performs duties in compliance with environmental, health and safety related site rules, policies or governmental regulations.
- All other duties as assigned.
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 (subject to IRS earning minimums)
- Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
