RPE Test Technician III – Day Shift

Medtronic; Galway; On-site; EUR 39,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits package

Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP)

Job summary

Medtronic is seeking a hands-on engineer to support prototype development and testing in a regulated medical devices environment. You will assemble prototypes, run tests, document results, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, adherence to procedures, and hands‑on problem solving across mechanical and electrical test setups.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 6 NFQ in a relevant technical discipline (e.g. Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, Biomedical Engineering, or related).
• Minimum 2 years' relevant experience in medical devices, product development, or a regulated industry preferred.
• Hands-on experience with prototype assembly, laboratory testing, test fixtures, instrumentation, and/or experimental setups.

Responsibilities

• Builds, modifies, and assembles prototypes, fixtures, and test setups for new product development and engineering activities.
• Performs testing prototypes and development components, including design characterization, verification, and validation testing.
• Supports engineering in planning, execution, and documentation of tests and experiments.
• Performs mechanical, electrical, and/or functional testing to characterize product performance and evaluate concepts against specs.
• Conducts investigations to identify root causes and supports corrective actions and design improvements.

Skills

Prototype assembly

Laboratory testing

Test fixtures

Instrumentation

Education

NFQ Level 6 in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronic/Biomedical Engineering or related

Tools

Agile

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

• Builds, modifies, and assembles prototypes, fixtures, and test setups to support new product development and engineering activities
• Performs testing prototypes and development components, including design characterization, design verification, and design validation testing, in accordance with established test methods and protocols
• Supports engineers in the planning, preparation, execution, and documentation of engineering tests and experiments
• Performs a variety of mechanical, electrical, and/or functional testing to characterize product performance and evaluate design concepts against requirements and specifications
• Conducts investigations and troubleshooting activities to identify the root cause of product or test-related issues and supports the development of corrective actions and design improvements
• Prepares test samples, equipment, fixtures, and instrumentation and ensures test setups are properly configured and ready for execution
• Documents test results, observations, data, and deviations accurately and support the preparation of engineering reports and technical documentation
• Supports the development, execution, and maintenance of Design Verification and Validation (DV/V) activities, including test method execution and data collection
• Coordinates the preparation, packaging, labeling, and shipment of prototypes, samples, and test articles to internal and external laboratories or testing locations
• Maintains test equipment, fixtures, and laboratory areas and assists with calibration, troubleshooting, and general lab readiness
• Works closely with engineers and cross-functional teams to identify opportunities to improve test methods, prototypes, processes, and overall product development activities
• Supports engineering investigations, experiments, and continuous improvement activities through hands‑on technical expertise and problem solving
• Maintains accurate records and ensures all testing and development activities are performed in accordance with applicable procedures, quality systems, and regulatory requirements
• Provides technical support within the department and contributes to a collaborative, hands‑on engineering environment

Key Skills & Experience

• We are looking for a qualified person with a minimum Level 6 NFQ in a relevant technical discipline (e.g. Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, Biomedical Engineering, or related discipline) and with a minimum of 2 years' relevant experience
• Experience working in medical devices, product development, engineering, manufacturing, or another regulated industry is preferred
• Hands‑on experience with prototype assembly, laboratory testing, test fixtures, instrumentation, and/or experimental setups
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot equipment, test setups, and prototype designs
• Ability to follow detailed test methods and protocols while recognizing unexpected results, anomalies, and opportunities for further investigation
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation and data collection
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with engineers, technicians, and cross‑functional teams
• Ability to manage multiple testing activities and priorities while meeting project timelines
• Builds and maintains positive relationships with others; shows respect and consideration for others
• Working knowledge of Agile, SAP, and Microsoft applications is desirable
• Experience with data acquisition systems, measurement equipment, mechanical/electrical tools, or laboratory equipment is an asset

Medtronic offer a competitive salary and flexible Benefits Package

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.

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.

Pay range / Rango salarial / Intervalo salarial /Fascia retributiva / Tranche de salaire / Gehaltsband / Salaribereik: Ireland: 39,200.00 EUR - 58,800.00 EUR | This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.

Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people. We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary. We change lives. Each team member, each day, helps to improve and redefine how the world treats the most pressing health conditions, from heart disease to diabetes. Our industry leadership comes from the passion and ingenuity of our people. That’s who we are.

Working alongside one another, we use science, medicine, and a profound understanding of the human body to build extraordinary technologies that can transform lives.

We build extraordinary solutions as one team. With one Medtronic Mindset defining how we work.

Speed and decisiveness run through our DNA. Diverse perspectives inspire our bold answers to any challenge that comes our way.

And we deliver results the right way, breakthrough after patient breakthrough.

This life‑changing career is yours to engineer. By bringing your ambitious ideas, unique perspective and contributions, you will… Build a better future, amplifying your impact on the causes that matter to you and the world Grow a career reflective of your passion and abilities Connect to a dynamic and inclusive culture that welcomes the challenge of life‑long learning.

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

For sales reps and other patient facing field employees, going into a healthcare settingis considered an essential function of the job and we expect our employees to comply with all credentialing requirements at the hospitals or clinics they support. This employer participates in the federal E‑Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here.