We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 25 May 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

At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. In-person exchanges are invaluable to our work. We’re working onsite 5 days a week as part of our commitment to fostering a culture of professional growth and cross-functional collaboration as we work together to engineer the extraordinary. 

The Medtronic Tempe Campus in Arizona is looking for an Engineering Manager to join the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (AME) team, leading the development of semiconductor equipment and manufacturing technologies for new and released products. The Engineering Manager will lead the Process Development team in developing and transferring to manufacturing leading edge technologies that will enable and enhance next-generation products. The ideal candidate will have a passion for leadership, innovation and the development of new processes that benefit the patients we serve and support Medtronic’s Mission to Alleviate Pain, Restore Health and Extend Life.

The Engineering Manager will have both functional management and project management responsibilities for equipment and process development of semiconductor manufacturing technologies.  Functional management focus will include, but not be limited to team members’ personal and career development, providing guidance and tools to enable the team’s success, focusing on operational excellence of the team’s work, and providing input to the AME organization’s long-term strategy.  Project management focus will include, but not be limited to leading a cross-site, cross-functional team, creating development schedules and managing the execution of work to meet timelines.

         

         

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

• Leads the development of new technologies / processes from initial scouting through process development, validation and manufacturing release

• Leads a direct team of Process Engineers and Technicians through coaching, leadership support and management of performance expectations

• Supports and drives a culture of safety, open communication, collaboration and ethical behavior

• Sets team performance expectations and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and drives accountability that aligns with organizational strategy to deliver on business and project goals

• Monitors team performance and implements standards, metrics and systems to improve operational excellence

• Develops and manages schedules and systems to monitor progress of process development and mechanical design projects

• Communicates with internal and external stakeholders on project progress, risks and needs

• Supports and drives a culture of DRM and significant technical rigor

• Works closely with Product Development teams, Manufacturing Operations and business partners to drive and integrate DRM principles resulting in robust processes

• Works closely with Manufacturing Operations teams to ensure voice of customer and operations needs are met before transfer to manufacturing

• Identifies, develops and evaluates talent pursuant to exceeding business objectives and establishing a pipeline for sustained success

Required Knowledge and Experience:

• Requires a Baccalaureate degree (or for degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree which satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)( 4)(iii)(A).

• A minimum of 5 years relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 3 years prior relevant experience.

 

Nice to Have

• Process or Product Development Experience

• Experience with Process Validation or Design Control processes and regulations

• Demonstrated project management experience

• Experience with DRM / DFSS, Lean Sigma, or Green/Black Belt Lean Sigma

• Medical device manufacturing regulations and controls

• Proficient in use of Microsoft office products for means of creating and conveying technical information and presentations.

• Knowledge of DOE, statistical analysis methods and data analysis tools (Minitab, JMP, etc.).

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills

• Experience with semiconductor manufacturing

• Exposure to microfabrication/MEMS processes including photolithography, thin-film deposition, and patterning techniques

• Experience in developing a process from concept to transfer in manufacturing and/or experience working in a high-volume manufacturing environment

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.

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.

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.

Join us in our mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life—where your unique background and perspective are valued.

Benefits & Compensation
 

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A 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.
 

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$142,400.00 - $213,600.00

 

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).

 

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

 

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns.  Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

 

Further details are available at the link below:

Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

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.

Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here.

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.