This role pays more than
69%
of similar roles. Most pay
$146,500–$205,375
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$189k
versus about
$176k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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
48 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$124,800–$187,200
across 47 roles with salary data.
The Senior Principal Tool Engineer joins the Molding & Capital Tooling team to lead the design, build, and process development of injection molding tools for plastic components within New Product Development. This role involves providing technical leadership in plastic part design, mold flow analysis, and polymer rheology for both crystalline and amorphous plastics. The engineer manages supplier-facing activities, including tool build, validation, and qualification while ensuring alignment with product designs and manufacturing requirements. Key responsibilities include applying Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), performing tolerance stack-up analysis, and utilizing statistical methods such as DOE, MSA, and SPC. To ensure high-quality molded components, the role requires proficiency in 3D CAD packages, data analysis tools, and Society of Plastics Industry Standards (SPI). The position solves critical manufacturing challenges by ensuring reliable tooling performance for complex medical device components.
Process Development
IQ/OQ/PQ
Design of Experiments (DOE)
Statistical Process Control (SPC)
FMEA
Automation
Robotics
Injection Molding
Extrusion
CAPA
Digital Manufacturing