Engineering Manager

Careers that Change Lives

Act boldly. Compete to win. Move with speed and decisiveness. Foster belonging. Deliver resultsthe right way. Thats the Medtronic Mindset our cultural norms. Our brand is rooted in action, not just words. The Medtronic Mindset defines the expectations of our culture. Every person here plays a role in bringing it to life. We recognize your extraordinary potential to ensure future generations live better, healthier lives.

What does it take to be an Engineering Manager at Medtronic? We are looking for inspiring and inclusive leaders who can effectively collaborate with others, recognizing that diverse talents, skills, and perspectives contribute to better outcomes. In this exciting role, the Engineering Manager leads and manages the team in the Wound Management Value Stream (Sutures) in our North Haven Manufacturing Site (approximately 6-8 direct reports). The individual will closely collaborate with all necessary stakeholders to discuss strategies, programs, operating issues, opportunities, and decisions, with the goal of building a strong and growing team. We look for leaders who have a clear vision of where we are going and how to get there, bold inclusive thinkers who create new ideas and bring our best solutions forward to benefit our patients, business partners, and customers.

A Day in the Life
You will coach and provide direction for Technical Functions to advance existing technology or introduce new technology into the manufacturing processes in the Wound Management value stream in North Haven.Implement key strategic initiatives for capacity expansion, technology innovations through new capital acquisition and implementation as well as supporting Maintenance of Business activities.Problems and issues faced are difficult and will require support from cross functional subject matter experts.Navigating ambiguity and engaging support staff will be critical to your success. You will actively make improvements of processes, systems or products to enhance performance of the job area.

The Engineering Manager transforms the site strategy into a tangible reality by formulating, communicating, and executing business plans to achieve desired results. The position involves initiating programs or projects based on identified business and tactical needs, and the decisions made directly impact projects, operations, deadlines, resource allocation, funds, and the overall achievement of organizational objectives.

They will lead a team of Manufacturing and Controls Engineers in:

Manage/Coach/ Develop Manufacturing and Controls Engineers.
Lead cross-functional teams to make appropriate, timely decisions and recommendations that result in the successful completion of major organizational objectives.
Establish vendor requirements for equipment design and fabrication
Manage the testing and qualification of new production equipment.
Defining new assembly equipment requirements aligning with KPIV / KPOV and sutures device design requirements and product specifications.

This Engineering Manager will also support the site cost savings goals, capital spending commitments by quarter, manufacturing process improvements, and product line transfers. This person must be able to communicate technically with the external vendor base to support troubleshooting, supplier development programs and tooling replacement programs for capacity expansion and maintenance of business. They will work closely with internal Medtronic groups to support key initiatives and communicate with other Medtronic manufacturing sites as needed.

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

Career development of engineering staff
Manufacturing and Project Engineering lead for activities supporting the Sutures surgical stapling product family capacity expansion project plans.
Key participant in DFMEA, PFMEA, and CTQ processes assuring specifications are well defined and documented.
Assure production requirements are achieved for component and assembly tooling specifications, supplier selection, and qualification.
Conceptual leader for technology advances associated with tooling and process development.
Communicateand coordinate activities with multiple functional groups both within and outside of operations.

Must Have: Minimum Requirements
Bachelors degree required
Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience

Nice to Have
Practical knowledge in leading and managing the strategy, execution of processes, projects, with respect to commercialized product design changes.
Practical knowledge of statistical techniques and software (e.g., Minitab)
Demonstrated ability to collaborate across functions and job levels within a global organization.
Experience leading, developing, and mentoring technical employees.
Proven judgment in assessing risks and communicating complex technical challenges to upper management.
Excellent organization, Planning, Computer skills, technical writing, communication and presentation skills
Experience with Medical Device Manufacturing Quality System and Regulatory requirements
Dynamic, positive attitude
Strong leadership, coaching and mentoring skills for the team of direct reports.
Knowledge of A3, DMAIC, Lean and 6 Sigma principles
Knowledge of GD&T
Knowledge of DFMEA and PFMEA
Validation; OQ, IQ, PQ, TMV
Knowledge of Design for Automation.
Knowledge and experience with manufacturing assembly processes and methods
Knowledge and experience with material process and testing
Some travel may be required.

About Medtronic
Together, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.

We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Lets work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients lives. Help us shape the future.

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. Learn more about our benefits here .

The provided base salary range is used nationally in the United States (except in Puerto Rico and certain CA locations). The rate offered is compliant with federal/local regulations and may vary by experience, certification/education, market conditions, location, etc.

Physical Job Requirements

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. (ADA-United States of America)
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