Senior Product Test Engineer

USA-Medtronic MiniMed, Inc 1017

Los Angeles (CA)

On-site

USD 97,000 - 165,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Short‑term incentive (STI)

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

MiniMed in Northridge, CA, is seeking a Senior Product Test Engineer. You will lead verification and reliability testing for next‑gen infusion pump systems, partnering with mechanical, electrical, and software teams to ensure quality and safety.

This hands‑on, lab‑based role sits in Mechanical Engineering and requires on‑site presence with hybrid options. The role emphasizes design verification, risk analyses, and collaboration with R&D partners to characterize new designs and emerging

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science with 4+ years in medical device development or development quality
OR Master’s degree with 2+ years in medical device development or development quality
Preferences include biomedical/mechanical/chemical/electrical focus and experience in regulated environments

Responsibilities

Lead verification and reliability test strategies for electromechanical medical devices
Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, systems, firmware, and software teams on design characterization
Apply statistics for test method validation and risk analysis
Review DFMEA/PFMEA and create test methodologies to address essential design outputs
Coordinate quality decisions across engineering groups and support audits

Skills

Design verification

Reliability testing

Statistical analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or science

Master's degree in engineering or science

Tools

MATLAB

Minitab

NI LabVIEW

SolidWorks

Job description

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 27 Aug 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

As a Senior Product Test Engineer within the Product Design Verification & Reliability Engineering group, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that next-generation infusion pump systems meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and performance. This role sits at the intersection of product verification, reliability engineering, and early‑stage R&D collaboration — making it an exciting opportunity for engineers who thrive on both technical depth and cross‑functional partnership. As an individual contributor on the technical career stream, you will formulate, deliver, and manage assigned projects while working with cross‑functional stakeholders to achieve desired results. You will not only lead verification and reliability testing for current programs but will also be deeply embedded with R&D partners to characterize new designs and emerging technologies — including novel delivery algorithms, next‑generation pump architectures, and performance testing for products still under development. The majority of your time will be spent advancing existing and new technologies from design to implementation, applying specialized knowledge and skills while adhering to established policies. This position is part of the Mechanical Engineering department; a team committed to improving the lives of people within the global diabetes community.

Due to the hands‑on, lab‑based nature of this role, on‑site presence at our Northridge, CA facility is required the majority of the time, with some flexibility for hybrid work.

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

Lead planning and execution of design verification and reliability test strategies for electromechanical medical device programs, from design planning through design transfer, working closely with cross‑functional teams
Collaborate with product development teams, such as mechanical, electrical, systems, firmware, and software engineering, to characterize new hardware designs, novel delivery algorithms, and emerging technologies across electro‑mechanical, electro‑chemical, and software/algorithm interfaces
Apply statistical techniques such as hypothesis testing, DOE, regression, and capability analysis to support test method validation, design characterization, root cause analysis, and verification and reliability demonstration activities
Review risk management deliverables including DFMEA/PFMEA and Hazard Analysis in collaboration with design quality, post‑market quality, and medical safety functions, and develop test methodologies to address essential design outputs
Participate on project teams and technical review boards, lead change control evaluations, and coordinate quality decisions across engineering groups
Lead CAPA projects, support post‑market analysis, and participate in internal and external regulatory audits

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident on your resume.

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science with 4+ years of work experience in medical device development and/or development quality
OR Master’s Degree in Engineering or Science with 2+ years of work experience in medical device development and/or development quality

Nice to Have (Preferred Qualifications)

Bachelor's degree in Biomedical, Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering; Master's degree in Engineering, Quality, or Regulatory preferred
Experience working in an FDA‑regulated or similarly regulated industry
Working knowledge of 21 CFR 820, IEC 60601‑1, IEC 60601‑2‑24, IEC 62304, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971
Hands‑on experience with design verification testing, test method development, and test method validation
Understanding of the interdependencies of program work products and guide the teams in execution strategy and reviewing the program work products (e.g. plans, requirements, specifications, tests, test results, traceability, risk management documents, reports)
Experience with DFMEA, Accelerated Life Testing, Reliability Growth, and Demonstration Testing
Proficiency with statistical analysis tools such as MATLAB, Minitab, or Weibull++
Experience with data acquisition software such as NI LabVIEW
Experience with fixture design and 3D modeling tools such as SolidWorks
Working knowledge of electromechanical devices, battery‑powered devices, and/or electrochemical reactions
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate at multiple hierarchal levels in the organization.
Ability to multi‑task, prioritize, meets/exceed deadlines and holds themselves, and others accountable.
Self‑starter with strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize, and a sharp focus on quality and customer experience.

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Physical Job Requirements

The physical demands of this role are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform its essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Due to the hands‑on, lab‑based nature of this role, on‑site presence at our Northridge, CA facility is required the majority of the time, with some flexibility for hybrid work.

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):$87,000.00 - $149,000.00 For roles located in California, Seattle WA, Washington DC, Boston MA, and New York City, the salary range is $97,000 - $165,000. 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.