Medtronic is looking to improve the value of commercialized products by optimizing design for cost, manufacturability, and ease of clinical use, and to support medium to high complexity cost savings projects, manufacturing process improvements, and product redesigns.
Requirements
- Working knowledge of GD&T
- Working knowledge of DFMEA, PFMEA, and Risk Tools
- Working knowledge of DFA/DFM principles
- Solid design, troubleshooting and presentation skills
- Well versed in manufacturing methods and materials
- Experience in assembly equipment technologies
- Lean Six Sigma certification
Responsibilities
- Improve the value of legacy products through design optimization.
- Perform product tear downs, functional analysis, and feasibility studies with minimal oversight.
- Coordinate and lead VAVE events with R&D, Marketing, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Suppliers.
- Participate in DFMEA, PFMEA, and CTQ processes to ensure proposed changes maintain device integrity.
- Facilitate creative methods to uncover opportunities across entire product value streams.
- Prepare robust proposals to secure project funding and present recommendations to leadership.
- Partner with Medtronic’s supply base to identify and evaluate value improvement opportunities.
Other
- Bachelor’s Degree and 4+ years of Engineering experience OR Advanced Degree and 2+ years of Engineering experience OR PhD
- Medical Device or Regulated Industry experience
- Strong project management capabilities with experience in medical process validations
- Sets the standard for timeliness, work ethic, and personal integrity
- 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
