R&D Electronics Technician IV

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 5 Oct 2026

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A Day in the Life

At Medtronic Neuroscience, we bring innovation, expertise, and purpose together to improve outcomes and transform lives for people living with neurological, spine, and chronic pain conditions.

At Medtronic ENT, we deliver innovative technologies that help clinicians treat complex ear, nose, and throat conditions with greater precision and confidence. Our solutions enhance patient outcomes across both office and surgical settings.

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In this role, the R&D Electronics Technician IV will provide advanced technical support to Research and Development engineers in the design, development, testing, troubleshooting, and transfer to manufacturing of medical devices and associated test equipment supporting the ENT business.

The R&D Electronics Technician IV serves as a senior technical contributor who works with a high degree of independence, leads complex prototype and laboratory activities, and provides technical guidance to engineers and other technicians. The position may assume responsibility for defined technical workstreams, laboratory improvements, and test-system development.

Responsibilities:

· Provide advanced technical support for the development and improvement of medical devices, electronic assemblies, electromechanical systems, and associated test equipment.

· Build, modify, troubleshoot, and test complex electronic and electromechanical prototypes.

· Independently plan and execute assigned technical activities while coordinating priorities with R&D engineers and project teams.

· Review electrical schematics, PCB layouts, bills of material, engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing documentation.

· Use Altium Designer or similar ECAD tools to review schematics and PCB layouts, identify design or documentation issues, support component updates, and assist with the preparation of design documentation.

· Develop, modify, troubleshoot, and maintain LabVIEW -based automated test systems, including test interfaces, data-acquisition configurations, and test scripts.

· Develop engineering test methods and protocols, conduct testing, collect and analyze data, and compile results into clear technical reports.

· Conduct verification testing and maintain accurate, traceable test records.

· Diagnose complex electronic, electromechanical, and system-level issues using structured troubleshooting methods.

· Perform board-level rework, including soldering and replacement of through-hole and surface-mount components.

· Design and build electronic cables, fixtures, adapters, harnesses, and electromechanical prototypes.

· Operate advanced electronic test equipment, including oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, power supplies, electronic loads, digital multimeters, and data-acquisition systems.

· Perform calibration, alignment, modification, and maintenance of laboratory equipment and test systems.

· Support component selection, material procurement, prototype builds, and coordination with suppliers.

· Support design transfer, manufacturing readiness, sustaining engineering, and product investigation activities.

· Identify and implement improvements to laboratory equipment, test methods, documentation, safety, and workflow efficiency.

· Provide technical guidance and mentoring to less-experienced technicians.

· Perform all activities in compliance with the Quality System and applicable environmental, health, and safety requirements.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills

· Advanced competency in electronic and electromechanical design, layout, assembly, testing, and troubleshooting.

· Advanced ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, PCB drawings, mechanical drawings, specifications, and technical procedures.

· Proficiency with through-hole and surface-mount soldering, electronic rework, cable fabrication, and prototype assembly.

· Advanced use of electronic test equipment and laboratory instrumentation.

· Strong understanding of analog and digital electronics, signal integrity, data acquisition, power supplies, sensors, and electronic interfaces.

· Ability to independently diagnose complex technical problems and recommend practical solutions.

· Strong technical documentation, data analysis, and report-writing skills.

· Ability to manage multiple assignments and changing priorities in a fast-paced R&D environment.

· Effective oral and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supplier teams.

Must Have:

· Requires 5+ years of relevant technical experience, which may include a combination of practical experience and applicable training, education, or certification.

· Significant experience supporting electronic or electromechanical product development, laboratory testing, manufacturing, or sustaining engineering.

· Demonstrated experience building, troubleshooting, testing, and repairing electronic assemblies and electromechanical systems.

· Demonstrated ability to work with limited supervision and independently execute complex technical assignments.

· Equivalent combinations of relevant education and technical experience may be considered.

Nice to Have:

· Associate degree in electronics technology, electrical engineering technology, mechatronics, biomedical equipment technology, or a related technical discipline.

· Experience using Altium Designer or another ECAD platform to review electrical schematics, PCB layouts, component information, and engineering documentation.

· Experience developing, modifying, troubleshooting, or maintaining LabVIEW -based test automation and data-acquisition systems.

· Experience supporting medical-device development or another regulated industry.

· Experience with design verification, engineering characterization, test-fixture development, and design transfer.

· Experience with RF design, RF testing, signal analysis, or high-speed electronic systems.

· Working knowledge of laboratory-equipment calibration and preventive maintenance.

· Experience with version-controlled engineering documentation, bills of material, and formal change-control processes.

· Consistent, thorough, and detailed documentation practices.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.

· Strong technical judgment, initiative, organization, and attention to detail.

Physical Job Requirements

The physical demands described in this job description are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

The employee must be able to work in an electronics laboratory environment, interact with computers and test equipment, communicate with colleagues, and perform detailed assembly, soldering, troubleshooting, and inspection activities. Specific work conditions and physical requirements should be confirmed with the hiring manager and local Human Resources 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.

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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):$69,600.00 - $104,400.00This 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, andSimple 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), andCapital 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.

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