Principal Process Engineer - Advanced Manufacturing Engineering

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 26 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
** We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 25 January 2026.
At Medtronic, we are driven to improve the lives of patients around the world through innovative medical device technologies. We are seeking a talented Principal Process Engineer to join our Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (AME) team. This is an exciting opportunity to support the process development and launch of a new medical device product that will shape the future of patient care.
As a Principal Process Engineer, you will play a critical role in advancing our manufacturing processes and ensuring the successful commercialization of our next-generation medical devices. You will leverage your expertise in advanced manufacturing technologies, process development, and equipment design to deliver robust, scalable, and efficient processes. This position is ideal for a self-starter who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to tackle complex engineering challenges.
** Key Responsibilities**:
* Lead the development and optimization of manufacturing processes, including process characterization, Operational Qualification (OQ), and Performance Qualification (PQ).
* Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in advanced manufacturing technologies such as laser processing, nitinol processing, vision inspection, chemical processing, and robotics.
* Develop equipment specifications, oversee equipment design, and execute Installation Qualification (IQ) and calibration activities.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of manufacturing processes into production.
* Design and implement innovative manufacturing solutions to improve efficiency, quality, and scalability.
* Actively participate in hands-on process development, troubleshooting, and validation activities.
* Stay up-to-date on industry trends and emerging technologies to drive continuous improvement.
* Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.

Responsibilities may also include the following and other duties may be assigned.
* Provides technical engineering support new and existing products.
* Recommends and implements equipment and process modifications to meet quality standards and improve production efficiencies, manufacturing techniques as well as production yields for existing products.
* Integrates equipment and material capabilities to meet process module target specifications and technology target specifications.
* Reviews product development requirements for compatibility with processing methods to determine costs and schedules.
* Interacts with product design and development personnel to ensure that processes and designs are compatible.
* May develop and conduct statistical analysis or recommend additions to document work.
* Leads the innovation, development and/or optimization of new manufacturing concepts, processes and procedures for transfer to manufacturing operations.
* This can include scouting and feasibility work, material selection, process and equipment selection, tooling / fixture and equipment installation and assessment of inputs, outputs and alignment to requirements.
* Develops manufacturing processes that are applicable to statistical process control and may develop those techniques including the measurement systems.
* Ensures processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations.
** Minimum Requirements
*** Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience OR
* Master's degree with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience OR
* PhD with 3 years relevant experience.
** Nice To Have
*** Advanced degree in Engineering or related field.
* Experience in the medical device industry or other regulated environments.
* Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to work autonomously and learn quickly.
* Exceptional…