Sustaining Engineer II

Medtronic; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 82,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Medtronic plc in Plymouth, Minnesota, seeks a Sustaining Engineer II to support high-volume catheter production. You will work with Operations, Process Development, Quality, Reliability, and Regulatory to improve processes, stability, and business continuity.

The role emphasizes Lean methods, GMP adherence, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment that directly impacts patient outcomes worldwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required; 2+ years engineering experience or advanced degree with 0 years experience.
• Experience in medical device manufacturing and/or high-volume production preferred.
• Green Belt certification and Lean Six Sigma training are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day engineering support for high-volume catheter production.
• Lead or support projects to improve process efficiencies, yield, and product performance.
• Drive scrap reduction and cycle-time improvements using Lean methods (standard work, visual management, waste elimination).
• Plan and execute process validations (IQ/OQ/PQ) and test method validations (TMV).
• Own uptime, quality, and yield for assigned production lines.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

DMAIC methodology

Statistical tools

Cross-functional collaboration

Process improvement

Catheter production

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Minitab

JMP

Power BI

Capital equipment selection

Job description

## Sustaining Engineer IIApply: Onsite: Plymouth, Minnesota, United States of America: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 16, 2026 (7 days left to apply): R79339We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 16 Oct 2026Careers 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**Medtronic’s Plymouth site is seeking a high-energy Sustaining Engineer II to support the high-volume manufacturing of catheter production—critical technologies that support life-saving therapies. In this role, you’ll partner closely with Operations, Process Development, Quality, Reliability Engineering, and Regulatory Affairs to drive continuous improvement, process stability, and business continuity. 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 5 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. This is a high-impact role in a fast-paced environment where your engineering contributions directly support patient outcomes around the world. **Primary Responsibilities** * Provide day-to-day engineering support for high-volume catheter production.* Lead and/or support projects focused on improving process efficiencies, yield, and product performance.* Drive **scrap reduction and cycle time improvements** using **Lean Manufacturing methodologies** such as standard work, visual management, and waste elimination.* Specify and/or provide input for new capital equipment to improve efficiency, maintain continuity, and reduce costs.* Plan and execute **process validations** (IQ/OQ/PQ) and **test method validations** (TMV).* Apply **DMAIC methodology** and statistical tools (e.g., DOE, SPC, hypothesis testing, capability studies) to solve problems and optimize processes.* Create and maintain high-quality documentation (e.g., test plans, reports, qualifications, risk assessments, work instructions).* Own the performance of assigned production lines—accountable for uptime, quality, and yield.* Assist with the transfer of new or improved designs to production and support externally/internally sourced components.* Collaborate cross-functionally to investigate and resolve issues related to customer returns, yield loss, or process variability.* Proactively implement and sustain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) within the production area. **Required Qualifications** * Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 2+ years of engineering experience, or an advanced degree in Engineering with 0 years of experience.* Experience supporting manufacturing operations, process improvement projects, or production engineering activities. **Preferred Qualifications** * Experience in a **medical device** manufacturing environment, specifically within **high-volume production**.* Experience with automation troubleshooting and implementation* Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and drive results in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.* Experience supporting **catheter production** or other **Class II/III medical devices**.* Green Belt certification; formal **DMAIC** or Lean Six Sigma training.* Proficiency with statistical tools (e.g., **Minitab**, **JMP, PowerBI**).* Experience specifying or commissioning **capital equipment** for manufacturing.* Demonstrated success in **cost-, cycle-time-** and **scrap-reduction** initiatives.* Experience leading or participating in **Lean** initiatives such as Kaizen events or Value Stream Mapping.* Strong team and communication skills: accountability, perseverance, decision-making, conflict resolution, meeting management, and feedback.* Knowledge of materials and related manufacturing processes.* Ability to manage multiple priorities and function both independently and within a team.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.**Recruitment Fraud Alert**We are aware of phishing scams targeting job seekers. Please keep the following in mind: Apply only through official Medtronic channels. All legitimate Medtronic recruiting communications come from approved Medtronic platforms and official @medtronic.com email addresses. Medtronic will never ask for payment or sensitive personal information (such as bank account or Social Security details) during early stages of the hiring process. Any such requests are not legitimate. If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from Medtronic, do not respond, click links, or open attachments. If you have any questions, concerns regarding the authenticity of a communication alleged to have been made by or on behalf of Medtronic, please contact us immediately at [e-mail].# **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):$81,600.00 - $122,400.00This 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 plansIt 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.