Research & Development Engineer I

Medtronic

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Work type
On-site
Location
Irvine, CA
Salary
$74,400–$111,600 / yr
Posted
3 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Sep 19, 2026

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Below market

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This role $93k
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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 47 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $110,400–$165,600 across 45 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Research & Development Engineer I

Research & Development Engineer I - On-site joins the Neurovascular Operating Unit to develop technologies supporting the treatment of complex neurovascular conditions through minimally invasive and catheter-based therapies. This role involves hands-on engineering, testing, prototyping, and data analysis to support product development from concept evaluation through design verification. You will design and evaluate medical device components, execute laboratory and simulation testing, and create technical documentation including test protocols and reports. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and proficiency in analyzing experimental data within a structured environment. Preferred skills include experience with CAD tools, statistical analysis software, and knowledge of design controls or regulated industries. You will collaborate across cross-functional teams to solve technical problems and support physician evaluations for neurovascular medical device technologies while ensuring compliance with established product development processes and safety requirements.

What you'll do

  • Design, prototype, and evaluate medical device concepts, components, and subsystems to meet product development goals.
  • Plan and execute laboratory, benchtop, and simulation testing to assess performance and generate technical data.
  • Analyze experimental results and communicate findings, recommendations, and conclusions to project teams.
  • Create and maintain engineering documentation including test protocols, reports, specifications, and design records.
  • Perform activities in compliance with Product Development Process (PDP) and Design Controls requirements.
  • Support design reviews, risk assessments, root cause investigations, and technical problem-solving activities.
  • Assist with physician evaluations, laboratory studies, and product development testing activities.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, biomedical, electrical, materials engineering, or another engineering discipline.
  • 0 to 2 years of engineering experience including internships, co-ops, academic research, or industry experience.
  • Hands-on experience with laboratory testing, prototyping, engineering design projects, or product development activities.
  • Experience analyzing experimental or engineering data and documenting results in technical reports or presentations.
  • Ability to create and maintain technical documentation in a structured engineering environment.
  • Candidates must possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire.
  • Experience within medical device, healthcare, or biotechnology industries (preferred).
  • Exposure to product development processes, design controls, and CAD tools (preferred).

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