R&D Engineer I - Memphis - Onsite
At a glance
AI generatedTL;DR
As an R&D Engineer I in Medtronic’s Cranial & Spinal Technologies unit, you will play a crucial role in developing life-saving medical devices for spine surgery by collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and develop implants, instruments, and systems. Your daily tasks include conducting product testing, managing system interfaces, and translating customer feedback into actionable requirements. You will use your expertise in mechanical engineering or biomedical engineering to optimize designs through rigorous testing and documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards such as FDA and ISO guidelines. The position requires proficiency in CAD software like CREO or SolidWorks, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a customer-centric mindset.
Skills
What you'll do
- Develops and designs spinal implants and instrumentation to treat various conditions.
- Conducts product testing and use evaluations to ensure design effectiveness.
- Translates customer feedback into specific product requirements and mechanical concepts.
- Supports verification and validation activities for new medical device products.
- Engages with customers to gather insights and prioritize needs for product development.
What we're looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical field, preferably Mechanical Engineering or Biomedical Engineering with mechanical design focus.
- Experience in designing and developing medical device products from concept to market release.
- Strong analytical skills for defining and mitigating system risks and conducting tests.
- Ability to engage customers to gather feedback and translate it into product requirements.
- Proficiency in engineering drawing standards, including GD&T and tolerance stacks.
- Knowledge of surgical instruments use conditions and OR setup, especially spinal procedures.
- Excellent written and communication skills for documentation and presentations.
Employer
About Medtronic
Medtronic plc is the world's largest medical technology company by revenue, specializing in device-based therapies for over 70 health conditions.
Medtronic currently has 52 open roles on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs $124,800–$187,200 across 51 roles with salary data.
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