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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
58 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$118,400–$177,600
across 55 roles with salary data.
The Senior Process Engineer serves as a technical expert for production equipment and manufacturing processes within the Surgical Innovations product area. This role supports multiple product families, specifically focusing on the day-to-day manufacturing of absorbable and non-absorbable sutures. Key responsibilities include overseeing polymer development, crystallization, purification, extrusion, annealing, and textile manufacturing. The engineer leads cross-functional teams to manage project goals, perform root cause analysis, and execute engineering qualifications such as IQ/OQ/PQ activities. To ensure operational readiness and sustainability, the role involves managing equipment procurement, installation, and validation while utilizing Minitab for data analysis and problem-solving. Essential skills include applying statistical methods, science-based decision making, and experience with Lean Six Sigma methodologies to improve process capability and reliability in chemical, polymer extrusion, and biomedical manufacturing environments.
What does a Process Engineer earn?
Median $167500 from 43 postings across 8 companies.
Support day-to-day manufacturing for absorbable and non-absorbable sutures including polymer development, extrusion, and textile processes.
Lead cross-functional teams using project management tools to deliver technical, operational, and financial objectives.
Provide technical expertise for the procurement, installation, qualification, validation, and troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment.
Improve process capability and manufacturing efficiency through data analysis and statistical methods.
Execute engineering qualifications and process validations including IQ/OQ/PQ activities to ensure compliance.
Perform root cause analysis on production and field issues to implement corrective and preventive actions.
Manage engineering change notices, BOM maintenance, and ERP system activities.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineering staff.
What we're looking for
Bachelor's degree with 4 years experience, Master's with 2 years, or PhD with 0 years experience is required.
Candidates must possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire.
Experience applying statistical methods and science-based decision making to design experiments and implement process improvements is required.
Experience managing multiple projects and priorities in a manufacturing, engineering, or product development environment is required.
Experience working on cross-functional teams to deliver technical projects and business objectives is required.
Experience using Minitab for data analysis and problem solving is required.
Experience in the medical device industry is preferred.
Experience with DFR, DFSS, Lean Six Sigma methodologies, or specific manufacturing processes like polymer development and fiber extrusion is preferred.
cGMP
Chemical Engineering
API Manufacturing
Process Optimization
Technology Transfer
Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
Manufacturing Process Validation
Chemical Synthesis
Purification
Crystallization
Drying Operations
Scale-up
Data Integrity
Change Control
Deviation Management
Commissioning
Qualification
cGMP
Oral Solid Dosage
Technology Transfer
Process Validation
PPQ
Root Cause Analysis
DOE
Chemical Engineering
Pharmaceutics
Blending
Granulation
Roller Compaction
Tablet Compression
Film Coating
Process Optimization
Commissioning and Qualification (CQV)
Master Batch Records
Continuous Manufacturing
ERP
SQL
Python
VBA
.NET
Flask
JavaScript
C#
RESTful API
Machine Learning
Six Sigma
Root Cause Analysis
Process Mapping
Statistical Process Control
Design of Experiments
Minitab
AS 9100
ISO 9001
DRM
DFSS
Design for Six Sigma
Lean Sigma
DOE
Minitab
JMP
Statistical Analysis
Wafer Fabrication
Process Validation
Data Analysis
Automated Handling Systems