Sr. Biomedical Engineer – Sensor R&D at Medtronic

Northridge, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Medical Devices, Biomedical EngineeringIndustries

Requirements

Masters’ Degree or foreign equivalent in Material Science or Physics, Biomedical Engineering, Nanoengineering, or related engineering field and two (2) years of experience as a Biomedical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer or Applications Engineer in medical device industry; OR Bachelors’ Degree or foreign equivalent in Material Science or Physics, Biomedical Engineering, Nanoengineering, or related engineering field and five (5) years of experience as a Biomedical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer or Applications Engineer in medical device industry
At least two (2) years’ experience with biosensor design based on electrochemistry, materials physics and biosignals first principles
At least two (2) years’ experience with wafer microfabrication, thin film coatings, and nanomaterial processing
At least two (2) years’ experience with surface analysis and electrochemical characterization techniques including FIB SEM, EDS, ToF-SIMS, Raman, chronoamperometry, cyclic voltammetry, and EIS
At least two (2) years’ experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, ECO, and BOM
At least two (2) years’ experience with in vitro and in vivo testing of medical devices
At least two (2) years’ experience with MATLAB, JMP, and/or Minitab
At least two (2) years’ experience with DOE, RCA, Gage R&R, and IQ/OQ/PQ
At least two (2) years’ experience working with external suppliers and vendors
At least two (2) years’ experience drafting technical documentation, including specifications and engineering reports
Onsite in Northridge, CA – 4 days per week and permits remote work 1 day per week

Responsibilities

Conduct technical research in biosensor design through competencies in medical device design, sensing devices, and data analysis
Leverage first principles in electrochemistry, materials physics and biosignals fundamentals to develop next generation glucose and multianalyte sensors for Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) applications
Establish wafer fabrication and/or thin film coating, and nanomaterial processing processes for new sensing materials
Characterize biosensor materials and configurations with physical, surface analysis and electrochemical characterization techniques including FIB SEM, Energy-Dispersive Xray Spectroscopy (EDS), ToF-SIMS, Raman, chronoamperometry, cyclic voltammetry, and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS)
Design biosensor electrode layouts using Computer Aided Design (CAD) software such as AutoCAD and SolidWorks
Review and approve design, process and Bill of Materials (BOM) changes through Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)
Analyze signals from biosensor prototypes from both in vivo (human and animal) and in vitro studies using MATLAB, JMP and Minitab software
Leverage Design of Experiments (DOE), root cause analysis (RCA), and analytical data methodologies to optimize sensor performance, troubleshoot unexpected outcomes, and establish mechanistic understanding of sensor behavior and in vivo performance
Perform Gage Reproducibility & Repeatability (Gage R&R), Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), and Performance Qualification (PQ) for the validation and documentation of precision instruments for a cleanroom pilot manufacturing setting
Engage with external suppliers and vendors including contract manufacturers, raw material suppliers and equipment vendors, to ensure compliance with key performance indicators and quality metrics
Communicate findings to technical staff using presentations, drafting technical documentation to include specifications, engineering reports, validation plans, and validation reports

Skills

MATLAB

JMP

Minitab

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

FIB-SEM

EDS

ToF-SIMS

Raman

chronoamperometry

cyclic voltammetry

EIS

DOE

Gage R&R

Medtronic

Develops and manufactures medical devices and therapies

About Medtronic

Medtronic provides medical technology, services, and solutions to improve patient care. The company develops a variety of medical devices, including pacemakers, insulin pumps, surgical tools, and neurostimulation devices, which help diagnose, prevent, and treat chronic diseases. These products are used by hospitals, clinics, and healthcare professionals around the world. Medtronic stands out from competitors by investing significantly in research and development to create new products and offering additional services like training and patient management programs. The goal of Medtronic is to enhance patient outcomes and lower healthcare costs through its comprehensive range of medical solutions.

Fridley, MinnesotaHeadquarters

1949Year Founded

$3.2MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Risks

Emerging competitors like Fire1 threaten Medtronic's heart failure management market share.

Spine biologics market growth may attract new entrants, increasing competition for Medtronic.

Recent IPOs in medtech indicate rising competition, challenging Medtronic's market position.

Differentiation

Medtronic's diverse product range spans cardiovascular, diabetes, neurological, and surgical technologies.

The company invests heavily in R&D to drive innovation in medical devices.

Medtronic offers comprehensive services, including training and technical support, enhancing product value.

Upsides

Exclusive deal with Kuros enhances Medtronic's orthopedic portfolio and market share.

Growing spine biologics market offers expansion opportunities in spinal fusion and regenerative medicine.

Balloon catheters market growth aligns with Medtronic's recent product launches, boosting cardiovascular presence.

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