Equipment Engineer I

USA-MiniMed Distribution Corp. 1018; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

MiniMed in Northridge, CA is seeking an Equipment Engineer I to provide critical support to production line equipment installation and maintenance, with emphasis on new line installations and ongoing support.

This onsite role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering with 2 years in a regulated industry and familiarity with Solid Works/AutoCAD. The position offers a competitive salary in a defined CA range and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Requires a Baccalaureate degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical preferred) with 2 years of relevant regulated industry experience.
• Familiarity with drafting software (Solid Works, AutoCAD)

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, selects and orders equipment most appropriate and cost effective for manufacturing.
• Oversees the installation, modification, upgrade and maintenance of manufacturing equipment.
• Maintains records on equipment manufacturers' notices, upgrades and safety issues.
• Studies equipment performance and reliability.
• Establishes programs and solutions to increase uptime and address equipment problems.
• Provides technical support to repair and process engineering organizations.
• Defines and writes preventative maintenance schedules.

Skills

Regulated industry experience

Education

Bachelors in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical preferred)

Tools

Solid Works

AutoCAD

Job description

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 13 Nov 2026

At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world.

About the Role

The Equipment Engineer I will provide critical support to production line equipment support, design and new production line installations/support.

This is an onsite role at our Northridge, CA location.

Responsibilities

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

• Evaluates, selects and orders equipment that is most appropriate and cost effective for the manufacture of company products.


• Oversees the installation, modification, upgrade and maintenance of manufacturing equipment.


• Maintains current records on equipment manufacturers' technical notices, upgrades and safety issues.


• Studies equipment performance and reliability.


• Establishes programs and solutions for increasing uptime and for equipment problems that affect the manufacturing process.


• Provides technical support to the manufacturing equipment repair and process engineering organizations.


• Defines and writes preventative maintenance schedules.

Required Knowledge and Experience

• Requires a Baccalaureate degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical preferred) with 2 years of relevant regulated industry experience.


• Familiarity with Drafting Software (Solid Works, AutoCAD)

Nice to Have Experience

• PLC Programming (Logic/Controllers)

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.

Benefits & Compensation

MiniMed offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package

At MiniMed, we put people first. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values: We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every stage of your career and life.

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$57,000.00 - $97,000.00

For roles located in California, Seattle WA, Washington DC, Boston MA, and New York City, the salary range is $63,000 - $107,000 USD.

Actual compensation may vary based on factors including experience, education, certifications, skills, market conditions, internal equity, and geographic location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Short Term Incentive (STI).

At MiniMed, we are committed to supporting the well-being and financial security of our employees. Regular employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for a robust benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as access to a Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, life insurance, long-term disability leave, and a dependent daycare spending account. In addition, all regular employees enjoy incentive plans, a 401(k) plan with company match, short-term disability coverage, paid time off and holidays, participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and access to our Employee Assistance Program. Eligible employees may also benefit from our Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement and Capital Accumulation Plan, subject to IRS minimum earnings requirements. Please note that \"regular employees\" refers to those who are not temporary staff, such as interns, and some benefits may not apply to employees in Puerto Rico.

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About MiniMed

MiniMed is a full-stack insulin delivery company dedicated to supporting people living with diabetes through every step of their journey - when and how they need it. For more than 40 years, we've been committed to redefining what's possible: intelligent dosing systems designed for real life,