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Principal Mechanical Design Eng in RPE

Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site

location_on773, Massachusetts Avenue, Boxborough, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, 01719, United States

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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

As one of three comprehensive portfolios at Medtronic, Neuroscience is dedicated to improving the lives of people living with neurological disorders, spine conditions, and chronic pain. Guided by our Mission—to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life—we develop technologies and therapies that help people regain function, reduce pain, and return to the activities that matter most.

Our Cranial & Spinal Technologies (CST) Operating Unit develops and delivers an integrated ecosystem of spinal implants, navigation and robotic guidance systems, advanced imaging, and data-driven planning tools for complex spine and cranial procedures. Platforms such as AiBLE™ connect these technologies to enhance surgical precision, streamline workflows, and support improved patient outcomes across the globe.

As a Principal Mechanical Engineer at Medtronic, you will play a crucial role in the lifecycle management of our image-guided surgical system. You will be responsible for ensuring the ongoing performance, reliability, and quality of our products. This position requires a deep understanding of mechanical engineering principles, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally with other engineering teams, manufacturing, and quality assurance.

At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. We're working onsite 4 days a week to drive performance, foster an environment of belonging, and collaborate to inspire as we engineer the extraordinary.

About Medtronic

We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions. Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people. We are engineers at heart—putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves, and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.

Equal Opportunity

It 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.

If you are applying to perform work for Medtronic in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, Medtronic will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship

At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.

Work location

Work model: On-site

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773, Massachusetts Avenue, Boxborough, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, 01719, United States

Boxborough, Massachusetts

Key Responsibilities

  • check_circleTroubleshoot technical problems and execute root cause resolution plans
  • check_circleCreate and maintain product documentation including Bills of Materials and engineering reports
  • check_circleInteract with suppliers to perform Design for Manufacturing and Design for Assembly processes
  • check_circleDevelop and perform engineering tests using force/deflection tests and inspection tools
  • check_circleMentor junior engineers and drafters to foster a collaborative team environment
  • check_circleExecute change orders and generate Failure Modes and Effects Analyses (FMEA)
  • check_circleCoordinate cross-functional projects with R&D, Quality, Regulatory, and Operations teams
  • check_circleCollaborate with service teams to update user manuals and support field actions
  • check_circleConduct tolerance analyses and implement Mechanical End-of-Life procedures

Requirements

  • verifiedBachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • verifiedMinimum of 15 years of relevant experience (or advanced degree with 10 years)
  • verifiedU.S. work authorization required for non-Principal roles
  • verifiedSolidworks 3D Modeling Software proficiency
  • verifiedPLM and Agile product life cycle management proficiency
  • verifiedMicrosoft Office proficiency
  • verifiedGD&T in compliance with ASTM Y14.5
  • verifiedMotion systems design experience
  • verifiedMechatronics experience
  • verifiedCNC machining/turning and fabrication knowledge
  • verifiedKnowledge of FDA QSR, IEC 60601, ISO 13485, 14971, 62304, and Medical Device Directive

Nice to Have

4+ years of medical device engineering experience. 5+ years of Mechanical Design Engineering experience. 5+ years of Manufacturing Engineering experience. Experience with medical capital equipment. Proficiency with Solidworks 3D Modeling Software, PLM, Agile product life cycle management, and Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams). Design skills including drafting standards, design progression, and GD&T in compliance with ASTM Y14.5. Prior experience with Motion systems design (belt drives, ball screws, stepper motors, DC servo motors, pulley mechanisms, linkages, drive cables, gears, motors, linear and rotary bearings, sensors, and complex electromechanical assemblies). Experience with Mechatronics. Mechanical Fabrication experience including knowledge of CNC machining/turning and covers (injection molding, rim, thermoform).

Benefits & Perks

check_circleHealth, dental, and vision insurancecheck_circleHealth Savings Account and Healthcare Flexible Spending Accountcheck_circleLife insurance and Long-term disability leavecheck_circleDependent daycare spending accountTuition assistance and reimbursement
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15+ yrs (Lead)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required

Job Type

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Frequently asked questions about Principal Mechanical Design Eng in RPE at Medtronic

What does a Principal Mechanical Design Eng in RPE at Medtronic do?expand_more
In this Principal Mechanical Design Eng in RPE at Medtronic role, you will troubleshoot technical problems and execute root cause resolution plans; create and maintain product documentation including bills of materials and engineering reports; interact with suppliers to perform design for manufacturing and design for assembly processes; and develop and perform engineering tests using force/deflection tests and inspection tools.
What are the requirements for this Principal Mechanical Design Eng in RPE role?expand_more
To qualify for the Principal Mechanical Design Eng in RPE at Medtronic position, applicants should have: Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience (or advanced degree with 10 years); U.S. work authorization required for non-Principal roles; Solidworks 3D Modeling Software proficiency; PLM and Agile product life cycle management proficiency; and Microsoft Office proficiency.
Where is the Principal Mechanical Design Eng in RPE role at Medtronic located?expand_more
Principal Mechanical Design Eng in RPE at Medtronic is based in 773, Massachusetts Avenue, Boxborough, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, 01719, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Principal Mechanical Design Eng in RPE job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Medtronic has listed this Principal Mechanical Design Eng in RPE role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Principal Mechanical Design Eng in RPE role?expand_more
Principal Mechanical Design Eng in RPE at Medtronic typically requires 15+ years of relevant experience at the lead level.
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Key skills for Principal Mechanical Design Eng in RPE at Medtronic include Solidworks; PLM; Agile; Microsoft Office; Outlook; Excel; Word; and Teams.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required.
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Principal Mechanical Design Eng in RPE at Medtronic is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.
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