About this Senior Manufacturing Controls Engineer role at Medtronic
Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact.
A Day in the Life
The Senior Manufacturing / Controls Engineer provides electrical and controls engineering support for multiple manufacturing areas within the Medtronic North Haven Manufacturing facility. This role leads and supports initiatives focused on cost savings, manufacturing process improvements, assembly equipment retrofits, and the procurement and implementation of new manufacturing equipment. The engineer collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturing equipment meets Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) requirements and consistently produces high-quality assemblies that meet product specifications. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining engineering standards and best practices, supporting validation activities through the development and execution of defining documents and IQ protocols, and ensuring all required equipment documentation is created and maintained, including operating instructions, electrical schematics, equipment specifications, parameter settings, and software backups.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 5 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:
Develop and provide equipment specifications to vendors for both automated and manual manufacturing equipment.
Ensure equipment designs comply with NFPA, OSHA, and all applicable safety standards.
Review supplier quotations, lead equipment design reviews, and collaborate with project teams to deliver custom assembly equipment solutions.
Act as a key contributor in DFMEA, PFMEA, Machine Risk Assessments, and CTQ processes to ensure specifications are clearly defined and documented.
Troubleshoot and support equipment utilizing various control platforms including PLCs, CNC systems, PCs, vision systems, and robotics.
Ensure production requirements are met through proper equipment specification, supplier selection, and equipment qualification.
Contribute to the development and implementation of new automation technologies and process improvements.
Coordinate and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams across operations, engineering, and external suppliers.
Travel approximately 25% to manufacturing sites and supplier locations (domestic and international).
Provide technical support to maintenance teams as required.
Address manufacturing issues and provide technical problem-solving support as needed in a fast-paced production environment.
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident in your applicant profile.
Requires a Baccalaureate degree and minimum of 4 years of relevant experience OR Master's degree with a minimum of 2 years relevant experience OR PhD with 0 years relevant experience.
Nice to Have
Proven troubleshooting skills using conventional diagnostic tools and PLC software.
Experience with Rockwell PLC and Safety PLC platforms (SLC, CompactLogix, and ControlLogix) and associated development software.
Experience with Rockwell HMI systems and related development tools.
Experience programming and integrating 6‑axis articulated robots and SCARA robots.
Experience with machine vision systems (Cognex or Adept preferred).
Experience with Electrical Engineering
Positive, proactive, and results-oriented mindset.
Strong electrical and controls design experience with emphasis on NFPA compliance.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in standard engineering and business software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, AutoCAD, etc.).
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Experience with automated assembly equipment.
Experience with servo and stepper motion control systems, including amplifiers, controllers, and feedback devices.
Familiarity with machine risk assessment methodologies and electrical safety circuit design.
Knowledge of linear brushless motors/controllers and AC inverters is a plus.
Familiarity with data acquisition systems, IoT trends in manufacturing, and industrial network architectures is a plus.
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.
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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.
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.
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