Sr. Test Engineer

Medtronic plc; Arizona; On-site; USD 103,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with company match

Paid time off and flexible benefits

Job summary

Medtronic plc in Tempe, AZ seeks a Senior IC Test Development Engineer to develop precision measurement, dynamic analysis, and automated test software for custom analog/mixed-signal ICs. You’ll contribute across definition, design for testability, hardware/software design, debugging, and manufacturing release in a heavily regulated environment.

You will lead test system redesigns, plan testing for manufacturing, implement testing methods, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 4+ years of industry experience in IC test, design, or verification.
• Advanced degree with 2+ years of IC test, design or verification experience.
• Nice to have: experience with mixed-signal testers and lab equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and owning test system redesign and improvement projects.
• Lead/develop plans, schedules and equipment for testing Medtronic products.
• Design, develop, and implement testing methods and equipment.
• Plan and arrange labor, schedules, and equipment for testing.
• Support new test system development as a subject matter expert.
• Compile data and define changes in testing equipment or procedures.
• Test, troubleshoot, and repair manufacturing site complex issues.

Skills

Test system design

Leadership

C/C++

Lab equipment

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Advanced degree (MS/PhD)

Tools

SPEA

Advantest

LTX

Job description

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 6 Nov 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 Our engineers drive a market-leading portfolio of innovations. Join us to make a lasting impact by bringing the next generation of life-changing medical technology to patients worldwide. 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 a minimum of 4 days a week onsite as part of our commitment to fostering a culture of professional growth and cross‑functional collaboration as we work together to engineer the extraordinary.

Job Description

The Integrated circuits test development team in Tempe, Arizona is seeking a Senior IC Test Development Engineer to develop precision parametric measurement, dynamic signal analysis, and automated test system software for highly custom analog and mixed‑signal integrated circuits. In this role, you will be involved in all phases of product development, including definition, design for testability, test hardware and software design, hands‑on debug, characterization, manufacturing release under a heavily regulated quality and regulatory standard operating procedures. You will be an important part of an experienced test development team whose goal is to deliver the highest quality test application to test ICs for use in live saving medical devices.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead and owning test system redesign and improvement projects
• Lead/develop plans, schedules and equipment required for testing Medtronic product during manufacturing
• Design, develop, and implement testing methods and equipment
• Plan and arrange the labor, schedules, and equipment required for testing standard and special Medtronic devices
• Support new test system and test application development as a subject matter expert in your area
• Compile data and define changes required in testing equipment, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, or new testing requirements
• Testing, troubleshoot, and repair manufacturing site complex issues

Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident in your applicant profile and on your resume. Bachelor’s Degree and 4+ years industry experience with integrated circuits test, design or verification OR an advanced degree and 2+ years industry experience with integrated circuits test, design or verification.

Nice to Have Experience

Nice to Have Experience with IC testing, design, verification and debug preferred. Excellent leadership and mentorship skills. Experience with mixed signal testers required, SPEA, Advantest, and LTX systems preferred. Ability to execute on multi‑disciplinary functional excellence project that map to the department, campus and company vision and goals. C, C++ or similar programming languages Understanding of design for testability (DFT) implementation & strategies, capability to provide input to design groups to ensure reliable and accurate production testing is a plus Hands on experience with lab equipment: Oscilloscope, Power Supplies, DVM, etc. Good communication skills and ability to work and contribute in a team based environment Excellent working communication (both written and verbal) and the ability to work with design teams remotely and different geographical locations Experience with production test, yield improvement, cost reduction and quality control Experience working on ultra‑low power ASIC testing desired For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8C.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

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):$103,200.00 - $154,800.00

This position is eligible for a short‑term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP). The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

• 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

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

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.

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