Test Engineer I – SurgicalThe Test Engineer I shall support test activities to best meet the project’s requirements. This position will be a part of a R&D Early Technologies team and will interface with cross-functional team members. You will be responsible for executing tests, analyzing data, documenting results, and ensuring that all documentation passes quality review.Location: North Haven, CTCareers that Change LivesYou will join a team of mechanical, electrical and software engineers responsible for further development and enhancement of the globally launched Medtronic’s Robotic Assisted Surgery platform beyond commercial launch and production scale-up: https://www.medtronic.com/surgical/roboticsOperating UnitThe Robotic Surgical Technologies Operating Unit strives to enable earlier diagnosis, better treatment, faster complication-free recovery, and enhanced patient outcomes through less invasive surgical solutions. We set the standard for Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS) by creating innovative surgical products and services that focus on obesity and diseases and conditions of the gastrointestinal tract, lung, abdominal wall, pelvic region, and the head and neck.A Day in the Life
Designs, develops, and implements testing methods and equipment.
Plans and arranges the labor, schedules, and equipment required for testing and evaluating standard and special devices.
Provides test area with parameters for sample testing and specifies tests to be performed.
Compiles data and defines changes required in testing equipment, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, or new testing requirements.
Execute reliability testing on components of the Hugo surgical robotic system.
Work in a multi-disciplinary team developing and monitoring reliability tests for complex, electro-mechanical components.
Communicate test related activities, results, and issues with multi-disciplinary team members.
Provide input to engineers to assist in the development of test protocols and fixtures.
Capable of developing fixtures, test equipment and test methods to test engineering requirements.
Perform mechanical and electrical testing to evaluate new and existing products.
Participate in continuous improvement activities of a Testing Services team.
May serve as an extended team member for engineering team meetings.
Train operators to appropriate SOP’s
Adhere to safety policies and procedures.
Additional tasks as assigned
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other science related discipline with 0 years of Test Engineering experience
Nice to Have
Bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering.
Test Engineering experience in the medical device industry.
Experience in medical device product development or equivalent.
Analytical with strong problem-solving abilities and creative resolution skills.
Proficient in Microsoft office programs including Excel and Word.
Organize and be able to prioritize workload, meet multiple deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work with Systems, Mechanical, Electrical and Software engineers when discovering, documenting, and resolving issues.
Strong interpersonal skills: function as a “team player” and work constructively and cooperatively with all team members in the best interests of the program.
About MedtronicTogether, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let’s work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients’ lives. Help us shape the future.Physical Job RequirementsThe physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager, recruiter or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. (ADA-United States of America)CompensationA commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. Learn more about our benefits here (https://www3.benefitsolver.com/benefits/BenefitSolverView?pagename=signon&conum=30601&coaffid=medtronic) .This position is eligible for a short-term incentive plan. Learn more about Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP) on page 6 here .The provided base salary range is used nationally (except in certain CA locations). The rate offered is compliant with federal/local regulations and may vary by experience, certification/education, market conditions, location, etc.Min Salary68000Max Salary102000It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.