Sr Materials Engineer

Medtronic

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Remote, USA · Mounds View North, US Posted 15 days ago $108,800–$163,200 / year
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TL;DR

The Senior Materials Engineer will join a dedicated team focused on metallic, magnetic, and ceramic materials within the medical devices industry. This role involves selecting and processing materials, conducting biostability tests, and ensuring compliance with regulations to enhance product reliability. Day-to-day responsibilities include technical analysis, data-driven decision-making, and mentoring junior staff while contributing to project success through quality and rigor. The ideal candidate possesses expertise in metallurgical science, magnetic physics, electrochemistry, and corrosion stability, along with experience in failure analysis and adherence to standards like ASTM and ISO. Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools is essential, as well as knowledge of DRM and Six Sigma methodologies. This position demands a Baccalaureate degree plus four years of relevant experience or equivalent qualifications.

Skills

Metals Physics Chemistry Processing and Characterization Magnetic physics Electrochemistry Corrosion and stability ASTM ISO Six Sigma Statistical methods Design of Experiments (DoE) Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word Microsoft Outlook

What you'll do

  • Develop and execute strategies to address materials-related needs in medical devices.
  • Conduct laboratory work and data analysis to inform technical decisions.
  • Serve as a technical contributor, focusing on quality and mentoring junior staff.
  • Identify and develop testing methods for various material properties and failure modes.
  • Support product reliability by mitigating risks and communicating issues to leadership.

What we're looking for

  • Minimum of 4 years relevant experience or higher degree with fewer years of experience.
  • Expertise in metallic, magnetic, and ceramic materials science.
  • Experience in failure analysis and understanding process-property-performance relationships.
  • Knowledge of materials regulations and standards (e.g., ASTM, ISO).
  • Ability to develop testing methods and predict material failure modes.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications for data analysis and communication.
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver technical work within project timelines.

Market check

Salary context

This $108,800–$163,200 range sits above 24% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$124,127–$197,400

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$136,875–$192,500

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

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 24 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $135,200–$198,000 across 24 roles with salary data.

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