Senior R&D Engineer

Senior R&D Engineer – Cardiac Rhythm Management

The Senior R&D Engineer leads early‑stage research and technology development in cardiac rhythm management, designing and executing complex experiments involving biomaterials, biofabrication, and device‑tissue or device‑blood interactions. The role includes performing biological assays, developing prototypes and experimental models, and driving projects from concept through proof‑of‑concept while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The engineer communicates findings through reports and presentations.

• Design, execute, and interpret complex experiments involving biofabrication, ex vivo physiological models, biomaterials, and device/tissue/blood interaction assessment.
• Conduct laboratory‑based biological assays, including blood‑based tests such as thrombogenicity, hemolysis, and other hematologic assessments to support in‑vitro and preclinical studies.
• Independently drive early‑stage research projects from concept development through proof‑of‑concept.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of engineers, clinicians, material scientists, and translational researchers.
• Develop prototypes, experimental models, and feasibility studies to evaluate new technology concepts for Cardiac Rhythm Management.
• Communicate findings clearly through technical reports, presentations, and invention disclosures.
• Contribute to intellectual property development and strategic technology scouting.

• Highly self‑directed and intellectually curious.
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating across disciplines.
• Strong creative thinker with a passion for exploring new scientific directions.
• Motivated to develop disruptive or first‑in‑class technologies.

• Advanced degree with 2+ years of relevant research experience.
• Experience with advanced biofabrication systems or custom bioprinting platforms.
• Previous experience in the medical device industry.
• Familiarity with biomaterials development and cell–matrix interactions.
• Track record of innovation demonstrated through publications, patents, or technology development.

• Baccalaureate degree in Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Biomaterials, Cell and Molecular Biology, or a related discipline.
• 4+ years of relevant research experience in academia, industry, or research environments.
• Experience performing laboratory assays involving biological samples.
• Strong experimental design and problem‑solving skills with the ability to independently drive research programs.
• Comfortable working in early‑stage, exploratory technology development environments.
• Experience with tissue preparation and analytical techniques to support evaluation of drug elution or tissue drug distribution.
• For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

The role requires regular independent mobility, interaction with a computer, and collaboration with peers. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Competitive salary range U.S. (excl.PR): $105,600 – $158,400 (USD). Eligibility for Medtronic Incentive Plan. Health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life insurance, long‑term disability, dependent daycare, tuition assistance, 401(k) with employer match, incentive plans, paid time off, holidays, Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, and other benefits. See company website for full details.

We 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, 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. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Only candidates with unrestricted U.S. work authorization may apply for this position. Sponsorship is available exclusively for principal-level roles and above.