Sr. Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (Northridge, CA)

Careers That Change Lives

As a member of the Mechanical Engineering R&D group, the individual selected for this role will lead new product design activities of products such as insulin pumps, glucose sensors, and related accessories . They will work at the intersection of product design and process development, optimizing for customer and business needs.

The ideal candidate for this position has had extensive experience in design, process development, verification, and validation. Experience in plastics and electromechanical assemblies in the medical device industry a plus. This individual is experienced in performing design analysis optimization, utilizing finite element analysis paired with simulated design of experiments as well as hands-on prototyping/testing. This position will work across the organization driving and collaborating with functions in R&D, Operations, PMO, Quality and Regulatory to assure the successful execution of business goals.

We are a learning culture. An inventive and collaborative group. We are dedicated to making sure that every patient gets the best product - when they need it. We have strong ties to our local

communities. Our vibrant employee communities respect and value individual experience and perspective as we aim to improve lives and the access to healthcare.

Job duties to be primarily located on-site in Northridge, CA with the ability to work limited hours remotely.

This is an on-site, hybrid position: 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely

A Day in the Life

• Lead product design activities with limited supervision.

• Perform concept development and prototyping.

• Design / develop components to be manufactured via plastic injection molding, stamping, machining, extrusion and related processes .

• Create and interpret analyses to determine suitability of design concepts.

• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineering staff.

• Incorporate risk-based decision-making into the design process.

• Apply Six Sigma (DFSS) methodologies to all aspects of the design/development process.

• Ensure on-time completion of Design Control deliverables.

• Grow and maintain knowledge current with related technologies.

• Work with manufacturing and suppliers to ensure feasibility of high-volume assembly.

• Translate VoX feedback into product requirements.

• Create and release engineering drawings, reports, and presentations.

• Travel to supplier and manufacturing sites as required.

• Present technical findings or project status to cross functional teams and management through meeting minutes, design reviews, presentations, and other means of communication.

• Research, plan, design, verify, validate electromechanical products and systems.

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's of engineering degree and 10+ years of experience in mechanical product development

• Or, Master of Engineering degree and 8+ years of experience in mechanical product development

Nice to Have

• Experience leading complex mechanical system design at architectural level

• Extensive experience in 3D modeling, finite element analysis, and statistical design analysis.

• Process and test method development, validation.

• Formal training in Six Sigma methodologies.

• Experience designing/developing diabetes products.

• Experience with high-volume manufacturing.

• Experience with consumer electronics, wearables and/or similar miniaturized electromechanical products.

• Experience with defining and working with mechanical subsystems within integrated modular architectures.

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. (ADA-United States of America)

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. Learn more about our benefits here .

In addition to Base Salary, this position is eligible for a short-term incentive plan, which provides the opportunity to earn significant incentive compensation for achieving or exceeding your goals. Learn more about Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP) here .

The provided base salary range is used nationally in the United States (except in Puerto Rico and certain CA locations). The rate offered is compliant with federal/local regulations and may vary by experience, certification/education, market conditions, location, etc.

ABOUT MEDTRONIC:

Together, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services 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. We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let's work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients' lives. Help us shape the future.

Min Salary

142000

Max Salary

213000

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.