Test Engineer I - Chaska

Integer Holdings Corporation; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Parental leave

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Integer Holdings Corporation in Minnesota seeks a Test Engineer 1 to join the Design Assurance Laboratory. You will perform entry-level quality and reliability engineering under guidance, ensuring compliance with FDA, QMS, and company procedures.

The role emphasizes test method development, validation protocols, data analysis, and collaboration with R&D and NPI teams. A bachelor's in engineering and 0–3 years' experience are required; salary range is provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field is required, with 0–3 years of experience.
• Entry-level engineer with ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams.
• Strong written and oral communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety, environmental, security, quality requirements (QMS, FDA, policies).
• Participate in development project teams as a quality Core Team member.
• Perform quality/reliability engineering to ensure design controls and test requirements are fulfilled.
• Generate and execute validation protocols and reports (IEQ, PQ, TMV, SWIQ).
• Support DA lab staff during design verification/validation test execution.
• Collaborate with DA, R&D, and NPI teams to develop and implement test methods.
• Lead fixture design, test method qualification, and create clear work instructions.
• Drive continuous improvement for legacy test methods.

Skills

Statistical techniques

Root cause analysis

Written & oral communication

Calm under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

CAD

Laboratory equipment

Data analysis tools

Job description

Test Engineer 1 – Chaska Job Description

By living according to a common set of values, we create a culture that unifies, embraces the uniqueness we all bring to the company, and positions Integer for long-term success. At Integer, our values are embedded in everything we do. Customer We focus on our customers’ success Innovation We create better solutions Collaboration We create success together Inclusion We always interact with others respectfully Candor We are open and honest with one another Integrity We do the right things and do things right

Who are we?

Integer is a global organization providing innovative, high-quality technologies and manufacturing to Medical Device OEM’s (original equipment manufacturers) to enhance the lives of patients worldwide and a provider of high-end niche batteries for specialized applications in the energy, military, and environmental markets. We are guided by our six Values, including focus on Customers, Innovation, Collaboration, Inclusion, Candor, and Integrity. Working at Integer means you are part of a team passionately pursuing excellence in all that we do and always reaching for the next great achievement.

What you’ll do in this role:

The primary purpose of this position is to perform work mainly in the Design Assurance Laboratory, which involves general engineering methods and tools. As an entry level engineer, you will ensure that Integer’s internal and external customer expectations are met or exceeded with the direction, instruction and guidance from more experienced engineers and managers in your organization.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• You adhere to Integer’s Values and all safety, environmental, security and quality requirements including, but not limited to: Quality Management Systems (QMS), Safety, Environmental and Security Management Systems, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, company policies and operating procedures, and other regulatory requirements.
• As a quality Core Team member, actively participates in development project teams.
• Performs quality/reliability engineering activities to ensure that the design/development procedures, design controls, supplier controls and test requirements are fulfilled.
• Generates and execute validation protocols and reports (IEQ, PQ, TMV, SWIQ) for design verification test methods.
• Support DA lab staff during design verification and design validation protocols execution (test).
• Collaborates with DA, R&D, and NPI teams to develop, validate, and implement test methods.
• Leads efforts in fixture design, test method qualification, and creation of clear, accurate work instructions.
• Drive and support continuous improvement initiatives for legacy test methods.
• Performs other functions as required.

Specialized Knowledge:

• Knowledge of statistical techniques and data analysis.
• Root cause investigation and problem solving.
• Understanding of quality systems and regulated environments.
• Basic data analysis and graphing tools.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment and measurement tools.
• CAD knowledge is desired.

Job Requirements

• You have earned, as a minimum, a bachelor’s degree in an engineering or related technical field and have between 0-3 years of experience.
• Candidates who do not meet the education requirement may be considered with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• While you will have regular support and guidance from more experienced engineers, supervisors or managers, you will demonstrate the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with other associates and cross functional teams.
• You demonstrate a solid technical aptitude with the ability to be an effective contributor to a team or produce results of a technical nature as an individual.
• You demonstrate a competencies in both written and oral communications.
• You maintain a calm demeanor that transcends the high energy, constantly changing production environment.
• You possess a positive, can-do attitude with an underlying belief that failure is not an option.

Salary range: $61,500.00-$90,200.00

Benefits

• We provide a comprehensive benefits package with immediate eligibility including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and adoption benefits.
• Parental leave is available after one year.
• Optional employee-paid programs include supplemental life insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident insurance.
• Employees are immediately eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
• We provide 80 hours (10 days) of company designated holidays per year plus an annual allotment of paid time off.

Integer is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy and gender), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, veteran or military status past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local law. Integer complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law. Consistent with those legal requirements, Integer will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with a disability if such accommodation would allow the individual to perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Integer does not discriminate against any applicants or employees because he or she is a disabled veteran, Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, or active-duty wartime veteran, campaign badge veteran, referred to collectively as "Protected Veterans." It is also the policy of Integer to employ and to advance in employment, all people regardless of their status as individuals with disabilities. All employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment. Additionally, Integer provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants and associates who need them for medical or religious reasons.

For remote eligible job postings, all work should be performed entirely outside of Alaska, California, Hawaii, Maine, Montana, and Washington.

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Integer Holdings Corporation (“Integer”) is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, and on any other protected characteristics. We celebrate our many differences and remain committed to providing an inclusive workplace free from harassment and discrimination. Integer Holdings Corporation (NYSE: ITGR) is one of the largest medical device contract development and manufacturing organizations (CDMO) in the world, serving the cardiac rhythm management, neuromodulation, and cardio and vascular markets. As a strategic partner of choice to medical device companies and OEMs, Integer is committed to enhancing the lives of patients worldwide by providing innovative, high-quality products and solutions. The company's brands include Greatbatch Medical® and Lake Region Medical®.

Additional information is available at www.integer.net.