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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 worldwide.

Check us out on LinkedIn: Medtronic CST

The Technician IV is responsible for overseeing the lab environment and test infrastructure used in the development, verification, and validation of a complex medical device. This includes supporting both hardware and software testing activities and ensuring teams have the tools and resources they need to execute effectively. In addition to core technician duties, this role manages all test assets (capital equipment, instruments, calibrated equipment), including mechanisms for tracking, locating, and reporting on equipment status. The Technician identifies equipment constraints, recommends and supports the purchase of new equipment, and ensures optimal utilization of lab resources.

Technicians perform electromechanical testing, which may also be conducted as needed. This position works closely with the test engineering team in a fast-paced, high-reliability environment.

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 a minimum of 4 days a week onsite as part of our commitment to fostering a culture of professional growth and cross-functional collaboration as we work together to engineer the extraordinary.

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

• Manage all test assets (capital equipment, instruments, calibrated equipment), including inventory, deployment, and maintenance.
• Develop and maintain mechanisms for tracking, locating, and reporting on equipment status (e.g., asset management systems, calibration schedules).
• Ensure all equipment is properly calibrated, maintained, and compliant with regulatory and quality standards.
• Identify equipment constraints, bottlenecks, and utilization issues; recommend and support the purchase of new equipment as needed.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal stakeholders for equipment procurement, calibration, and repair.
• Lead lab organization, including layout optimization, equipment storage, and workflow improvements.
• Provide training and guidance to lab users on proper equipment use and care.
• Support audits and inspections related to equipment and lab operations.
• Trains, delegates, and reviews the work of lower-level employees and may be responsible for leading the daily operations of a work team

• Core Technician Duties:

• Perform functional, environmental, electrical, or mechanical testing according to approved procedures and protocols.
• Set up and operate test equipment, fixtures, and instrumentation (oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, torque tools, calipers, microscopes, etc.).
• Accurately record test data and maintain documentation in accordance with quality and regulatory requirements.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, work instructions, and technical documentation.
• Assist with the development, validation, and improvement of test methods and procedures.
• Identify, document, and communicate non-conformances, defects, and test discrepancies.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions for hardware or process issues.
• Work collaboratively to meet schedule and performance goals.
• Follow all safety, quality, and compliance guidelines, including applicable regulatory standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, and process optimization.

Required Knowledge and Experience: 

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, mechanical assembly, integration, or test environments
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice-to-Have:

• Associate degree or technical certification in Electronics, Biomedical Technology, Mechanical Technology, or a related technical field, or 6+ years with a bachelor's degree.
• Experience in a regulated industry such as medical devices, aerospace, or pharmaceuticals.
• Familiarity with automated testing systems and data collection tools
• Knowledge of GD&T and precision measurement techniques
• Familiarity with quality systems and documentation standards (e.g., GMP, ISO 13485).
• Experience supporting engineering validation or product verification testing.
• Basic programming or scripting experience for automated testing environments.
• Experience working with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and data acquisition systems.
• Ability to read and work from engineering drawings, specifications, schematics, and procedures
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency with standard computer applications and test software.

Physical Requirements

• Work in laboratory, manufacturing, or test facility environments.
• May require standing for extended periods and handling test equipment or fixtures.
• May occasionally lift equipment up to a specified weight per company safety guidelines.
• Ability to travel as necessary to support off-site test activities

Core Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Technical aptitude
• Team collaboration
• Equipment setup and maintenance
• Adaptability and continuous learning
• Strong communication skills
• Commitment to quality and safety

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):$65,600.00 - $98,400.00

 

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.