Test Technician II

Medtronic • Mounds View, MN

6d • $49,600 - $74,400 • Onsite

About The Position

The Test Technician II supports the Cardiac Rhythm Management (CRM) Operating Unit’s Mechanical Test and Analysis Lab. The position contributes to the development, testing, and analysis of leads, catheters, devices, and instruments used for cardiac pacing therapies and defibrillation solutions. The role is based at Medtronic’s Mounds View, Minnesota facility and requires on-site work at least four days per week. Travel of up to 10% may be required to support business objectives, in-person meetings, and project activities.

Medtronic’s CRM Operating Unit offers devices and therapies for patients with abnormal heart rhythms and heart failure. The unit includes Cardiac Pacing Therapies, Defibrillation Solutions, Patient Management, and Procedure Innovations.

The position requires at least two years of relevant experience. Medtronic states that candidates for roles below Principal level must have unrestricted U.S. work authorization at hire and throughout employment. Salary range is $49,600 to $74,400, and the position is eligible for the Medtronic Incentive Plan. Benefits described for eligible regular employees include insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition assistance or reimbursement, and other programs, subject to applicable eligibility terms.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

• Vocational or technical education or certification in addition to prior work experience.
• Knowledge of lead and catheter design, processing, and material property testing, including fatigue.
• Hands-on experience with TA Instruments and/or Instron electromechanical fatigue test frames.
• Familiarity with FDA and MDR regulations.
• Knowledge of maintaining PCs that run test equipment, including installing hardware in PC enclosures, installing drivers, and backing up PC hard drives using imaging software.

Responsibilities

• Follow test method instructions to prepare test samples, conduct tests, and export results involving leads, catheters, and cardiac devices.
• Support development of new test methods, measurement techniques, and fixtures.
• Organize, prepare, and present technical information clearly and effectively to peers, engineers, and management.
• Direct junior technicians’ activities to help ensure project milestones are completed correctly and on schedule.
• Coordinate and execute test equipment calibrations, repairs, and troubleshooting.
• Manage basic laboratory functions, including materials and equipment procurement, laboratory layout, and facilities supplies.
• Respond to changes in work direction and develop creative plans to meet aggressive business milestones.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and flexible benefits package.
• Short-term incentive eligibility through the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).
• For regular employees working 20 or more hours per week: health, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account; Healthcare Flexible Spending Account; life insurance; long-term disability leave; dependent daycare spending account; tuition assistance or reimbursement; and the Simple Steps global well-being program.
• For all regular employees: incentive plans; 401(k) plan with 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 for Vice Presidents and above or subject to IRS earning minimums.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed