Test Technician II

Medtronic; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and vision insurance

Health Savings Account

Tuition assistance/reimbursement

Life insurance

Job summary

Medtronic in Mounds View, MN is seeking a Test Technician II to support the Mechanical Test and Analysis Lab of the Cardiac Rhythm Management unit. You will help develop, test, and analyze leads, catheters, devices, and instruments for cardiac pacing therapies and defibrillation solutions, with a strong emphasis on precision and documentation.

The role requires 4 days on-site per week and may include up to 10% travel for collaboration, training, or project activities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience in a test/ lab setting.
• Familiar with FDA MDR regulations and quality expectations.
• Knowledge of test methods, fixtures and measurement techniques.

Responsibilities

• Follow test method instructions to prepare samples and conduct tests.
• Support development of new test methods and fixtures.
• Present technical information clearly to peers and management.
• Direct junior technicians to ensure milestones are met on schedule.
• Coordinate and execute test equipment calibrations and repairs.
• Manage basic lab functions including procurement and layout.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Technical documentation

Calibrations

Tools

TA Instruments

Instron

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 Cardiac Rhythm Management (CRM) Operating Unit is looking for a Test Technician II to help support their Mechanical Test and Analysis Lab. This role will contribute to the development, testing, and analysis of Leads, Catheters, Devices, and Instruments for cardiac pacing therapies and defibrillation solutions.

Our CRM Operating Unit offers devices and therapies that treat patients with abnormal heart rhythms and heart failure. It is comprised of four key businesses: Cardiac Pacing Therapies, Defibrillation Solutions, Patient Management, and Procedure Innovations. Together, this team will transform the lives of people with cardiac arrhythmias and heart failure.

This position will be based at our Mounds View, MN facility which requires a minimum of 4 days per week on-site for in-person collaboration. This role may require up to 10% travel to support business objectives, in-person meetings and project activities.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Follow test method instructions in preparing test samples, conducting a test, and exporting results involving leads, catheters, and cardiac devices
• Support development of new test methods, measurement techniques, and fixtures
• Organize, prepare, and present technical information in a clear, effective and skillful manner to peers, engineers and management
• Direct the activities of junior technicians to ensure project milestones are completed correctly and on schedule
• Coordinate and execute test equipment calibrations, repairs and troubleshooting
• Manage basic lab functions including materials and equipment procurement, lab layout and facilities supply
• Be responsive to changes in work direction and develop creative plans for meeting aggressive business milestones

Nice to Haves:

• Vocational or technical education or certification in addition to prior work experience
• Knowledge of lead and catheter design, processing, and material property testing, including fatigue
• Hands-on experience with TA Instruments and/or Instron electromechanical fatigue test frames
• Familiarity with FDA and MDR regulations
• Knowledge to maintain the PCs running test equipment. Installing various hardware into PC enclosures and installing drivers. Backup PC hard drives via imaging software

Requirements:

• 2+ years of relevant experience

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.

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):$49,600.00 - $74,400.00

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 pertain solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

• 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
• Simple Steps (global well-being program)

• 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)
• 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

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