Senior Materials Technician: Lab Testing & Mentorship

Medtronic plc; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Medtronic plc in MN is seeking a Materials Technician IV to join the Electrophysiology Therapies (EPT) group within CRM. The role centers on performing thermal, mechanical, and analytical tests on polymers, elastomers, metals, and components and reporting findings to engineering teams.

Based at our Mounds View facility, this on-site position requires at least four days per week in person, with up to 10% travel for meetings and project activities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant technical experience.

Responsibilities

• Testing and Characterization: Perform thermal (DSC, TGA, DMA), mechanical (Instron), fatigue/durability, and supporting analytical tests (e.g., FTIR, microscopy, durometer) on polymers, elastomers, metals, and components
• Test Methods and Equipment: Develop and deploy test methods per ASTM/ISO standards; own calibration, maintenance, and qualification of lab equipment
• Data Collection and Analysis: Record data, perform, analyze, and report findings to engineering teams
• Investigations: Support failure analysis, root cause investigations, non-conformances, and CAPAs
• Lab Safety and Maintenance: Maintain a safe, organized lab and enforce EHS requirements, including chemical handling, PPE, and lockout/tagout; Ensure equipment is calibrated and maintained
• Mentorship and Enablement: Train and mentor technicians, interns, and engineers; partner with engineering to plan testing, prioritize lab work, and drive continuous improvement

Job description

Medtronic plc in MN is seeking a Materials Technician IV to join the Electrophysiology Therapies (EPT) group within CRM. The role centers on performing thermal, mechanical, and analytical tests on polymers, elastomers, metals, and components and reporting findings to engineering teams.

Based at our Mounds View facility, this on-site position requires at least four days per week in person, with up to 10% travel for meetings and project activities.