Senior Process Engineer

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 13 Jan 2026

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.#
** A Day in the Life
** Develop and validate Injection Molding process using scientific molding, RJG DC3, DOE. Knowledge of RJG Co-Pilot or EDart acceptable. Use of Moldflow also  this role, you’ll be part of a highly collaborative Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (AME) team driving process excellence across molding and assembly operations that bring life-saving medical technology to patients around the world.

As a
** Senior Process Engineer**, you will implement process development and optimization activities for high-precision plastic components used in Medtronic’s medical devices. You’ll serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in molding technology, providing technical direction, project leadership, and mentorship across cross-functional teams spanning design engineering, operations, and quality.
** Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
*** Contribute towards process design, validation, and scale-up of new and existing injection molding operations supporting complex medical device components.
* Collaborate with Design Engineering, Supplier Quality, and Operations teams to translate product designs into stable, capable, and cost-effective manufacturing processes.
* Drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and DOE methodologies to enhance yield, throughput, and equipment reliability.
* Evaluate and implement new molding technologies, automation solutions, and digital manufacturing tools that advance Medtronic’s operational excellence goals.
* Develop and maintain robust process documentation, including PFMEAs, control plans, and work instructions in compliance with FDA and ISO 13485 standards.
* Partner with external suppliers and tooling vendors to ensure alignment on process capability, mold design, and material specifications.
* Support cross-site AME initiatives across the East Region to standardize best practices and advance molding innovation strategies.
* Serve as a technical mentor to junior engineers and technicians, fostering a culture of curiosity, inclusion, and technical excellence.
** Must Have:

Minimum Qualifications
*** Batchelor’s degree and minimum of 4 years of relevant experience OR
* Master's degree with a minimum of 2 years relevant experience OR
* PhD with 0 years relevant experience.
** Nice to Have:

Preferred Qualifications
*** Master’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
* Experience leading cross-functional projects or working within an AME or NPI (New Product Introduction) environment.
* Knowledge of RJG, Moldflow, or Scientific Molding principles.
* Familiarity with automation integration, robotics, or Industry 4.0 technologies.
* Proven ability to coach and influence across levels, including operators, engineers, and site leadership.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to build relationships across sites and functions.
** Physical

Job Requirements
** The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

The 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 or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.#
** Benefits & Compensation
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