Principal Process Integration Engineer

Medtronic; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 129,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Medtronic in Tempe is seeking a Principal Engineer to drive integration of microelectronic assembly processes from development through manufacturing release. You will lead process flows, design rules for PCB assembly, and coordinate validation activities to ensure compliant, robust solutions.

In this onsite role, you will apply DRM, DOE and statistical methods to solve yield issues, with strong collaboration across product development and process teams.

Qualifications

• Requires a Baccalaureate degree and minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, or higher degrees with applicable experience.
• Experience leading DRM-based process development and transfer to manufacturing.
• Knowledge of DOE, statistical analysis methods, and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the innovation, development and/or optimization of new manufacturing concepts and processes for transfer to manufacturing operations.
• Champion DRM and data-driven methods through process development.
• Define robust process flows for new products with process owners.

Skills

DRM

Six Sigma

DOE

Statistical analysis

PCB Assembly

Process validation

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Tools

Minitab

JMP

Job description

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 3 Sep 2026

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

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 onsite 4 days a week as part of our commitment to fostering a culture of professional growth and cross‑functional collaboration as we work together to engineer the extraordinary.

The Principal Engineer will be responsible for integration of microelectronic assembly processes in development through release to manufacturing. The Principal Engineer will lead the identification and development of process flows and creation of design rules for Printed Circuit Board Assembly products through strong consideration of process interactions and risks. They will coordinate risk burn down and problem‑solving experiments by utilizing DRM and data driven methods. They will also be responsible for managing the validation activities for the development work including requirements flow down, control and monitor strategies and ensuring compliance to regulations.

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

• Lead the innovation, development and/or optimization of new manufacturing concepts, processes and procedures for transfer to manufacturing operations.
• Champion the use of Design Reliability Manufacturing (DRM) and data driven methods through process development
• Work with process owners and product development teams to define robust process flows for new products
• Own requirements flow down from product design to process development, including working with process owners to disposition inputs / outputs to deliver efficient, cost effective and robust control and monitor strategies
• Own and manage the process validation deliverables at the product level
• Own the interfaces and interactions between processes and determine product integration risks
• Lead risk assessments and risk burn down activities for process interfaces and interactions
• Provide input into product and process design based on an understanding of the integration risks
• Applies statistical methods and science‑based decisions to design experiments and implement improvements
• Coordinate and/or perform necessary experiments and builds to establish robust processes
• Implement and own yield monitoring systems and procedures
• Monitor, root cause and resolve process yield issues during product and process development
• Lead the identification and implementation of corrective actions for yield issues in collaboration with process owners and product engineers
• Reviews product development requirements for compatibility with processing methods to determine costs and schedules
• Interacts with product design and development personnel to ensure that processes and designs are compatible
• Generates and maintains documentation per quality system regulations
• Ensures processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations

Required Knowledge and Experience:

Requires a Baccalaureate degree and minimum of 7 years of relevant experience OR Master's degree with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience OR PhD with 3 years relevant experience.

Nice to Have

• Experience with DRM / Design for Six Sigma, Lean Sigma, or Green/Black Belt Lean Sigma certification
• Knowledge of DOE, statistical analysis methods and data analysis tools (Minitab, JMP, etc.)
• Strong problem‑solving skills
• Experience with Printed Circuit Board Assembly integration
• Exposure to microfabrication/MEMS processes including Solder Printing, Pick-and-Place, Reflow, Epoxy Dispense, Automated Visual Inspections, Sizing processes, etc.
• Experience in developing a process from concept to transfer in manufacturing and/or experience
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• Advanced degree in Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering or similar discipline

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.

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.

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$128,800.00 - $193,200.00

This position is eligible for a short‑term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to 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.

Further details are available at the link below:

Medtronic Benefits And Compensation Plans

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