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at medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.
a day in the life
responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
* researches, plans, designs, verifies, validates and develops mechanical and/or electromechanical products and systems, such as metals, instruments, controls, plastics, robots, engines, machines and mechanical, resonance, hydraulic or heat transfer systems for production, transmission, measurement, and use of energy.
* recommends various technology options or approaches for system, processes, facility or program improvements in terms of safety, performance, efficiency or costs.
* may be responsible for the transfer from r&d to manufacturing.
technical specialist career stream: an individual contributor with responsibility in our technical functions to advance existing technology or introduce new technology and therapies. Formulates, delivers and/or manages projects assigned and works with other stakeholders to achieve desired results. May act as a mentor to colleagues or may direct the work of other lower level professionals. The majority of time is spent delivering r&d, systems or initiatives related to new technologies or therapies – from design to implementation - while adhering to policies, using specialized knowledge and skills.
differentiating factors
autonomy: established and productive individual contributor. Works independently with general supervision on larger, moderately complex projects / assignments.
organizational impact: sets objectives for own job area to meet the objectives of projects and assignments. Contributes to the completion of project milestones. May have some involvement in cross functional assignments.
innovation and complexity: problems and issues faced are general, and may require understanding of broader set of issues or other job areas but typically are not complex. Makes adjustments or recommends enhancements in systems and processes to solve problems or improve effectiveness of job area.
communication and influence: communicates primarily and frequently with internal contacts. External interactions are less complex or problem solving in nature. Contacts others to share information, status, needs and issues in order to inform, gain input, and support decision-making.
leadership and talent management: may provide guidance and assistance to entry level professionals and/or employees in support career stream.
required knowledge and experience: requires practical knowledge and demonstrated competence within job area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience. Requires a baccalaureate degree (or for degrees earned outside of the united states, a degree which satisfies the requirements of 8 c.f.r. 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(a) and minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with 0 years of experience.
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.
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.
about medtronic
we lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions. Our mission is to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. We are engineers at heart—putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people.
learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here.
seniority level
* entry level
employment type
* full-time
job function
* engineering and information technology
industries
* medical equipment manufacturing, hospitals and health care, and pharmaceutical manufacturing
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