Medtronic

Quality Engineer I (CAS), Rice Creek, MN

In short

Entry-level Quality Engineer I role at Medtronic's Cardiac Ablation Solutions business, investigating product complaints and testing returned cardiac mapping/ablation devices to support quality and performance. Suited to a recent engineering graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related field and no prior experience required. The role involves analytical testing, statistical methods, procedure development, and technical training of technicians within a regulated medical device environment. Visa sponsorship is not offered below Principal-level roles; candidates must have unrestricted U.S. work authorization.

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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.
A Day in the Life
The Cardiac Ablation Solutions business develops cardiac mapping and ablation technologies used to treat patients with abnormal heart rhythms.
The Quality Engineer I will be a part of a collaborative technical team responsible for investigating product complaints and helping ensure the quality and performance of cardiac ablation technologies. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent engineering graduate who wants hands-on experience in the highly regulated medical device industry.
•Perform complaint investigations for Cardiac Ablation Solutions products.
•Conduct analysis and testing of returned products to help identify potential product issues.
•Partner with engineering teams to identify and escalate risk-file signals when appropriate.
•Support the development and improvement of procedures, processes, tools, and techniques used for product analysis.
•Develop and implement methods and procedures for the inspection and testing of returned products.
•Support test method validation activities.
•Apply appropriate statistical methodologies to product and quality analysis.
•Provide technical training and guidance to technicians.
•Work within established quality procedures and policies while expanding your technical expertise.
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
•Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related degree program required.
•0 years relevant experience.
Nice to Have (Preferred Qualifications)
•Biomedical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering background preferred.
•Interest in medical devices, quality engineering, and product investigation.
•Strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.
U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship
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.
Benefits & Compensation
Salary range for U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) locations: $66,400.00 - $99,600.00.
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to 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).

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