Sr Design Automation Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 29, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 26, 2026. MiniMed scores A on the Alion truth index.
At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world.
About the Role
At MiniMed, we build technology that changes lives. Join our team and help engineer the future of diabetes care. We're Looking For Sr Design Automaton Engineer. Ready to make a difference?Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
Shift: 6PM-6AM (Rotational days on a bi-weekly basis)
- Develops and applies computer aided design (CAD) software engineering methods, theories and research techniques in the investigation and solution of technical problems.
- Assessing architecture and hardware limitations, plans technical projects in the design and development of CAD software.
- Defines and selects new approaches and implementation of CAD software engineering applications and design specifications and parameters.
- Develops routines and utility programs.
- Prepares design specifications, analysis and recommendations for presentation and approval.
- May specify materials, equipment and supplies required for completion of projects and may evaluate vendor capabilities to provide required products or services.
- Provide support and troubleshooting for PLC’s, motion control, vision applications, robotic systems, and PC controlled equipment.
- Provide technical expertise in manufacturing process activities.
- Provide support for SOPs, qualification protocols, gap assessments, risk assessment, Impact Assessment, user requirements, functional and configuration specifications, requirements traceability, validation plans, validation summary reports and change controls.
- Support PLC Software and Vision system validations.
- Day-to-day Automation support.
- Technical Assessment and Implementation Support.
- Participate on Technical Meetings.
- Development, Review and/or Approve Testing Documentation.
- Execution Support.
- Documentation Support.
- Participation on team meetings to provide input on projects
- Timeline considerations, activities, escalations, and status of assigned tasks
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident on your resume.
- Requires Engineering Bachelor's Degree
- Requires minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with minimum of 2 years relevant experience.
Nice To Have:
- Experience in medical devices, pharmaceutical or electronic industry
- Exposure or Experience to high volume, synchronized automated equipment running at rates of 35, 40, 100+ppm's; high precision assembly, Allen Bradley PLC, Servo motion controls, computer machine vision systems, Robotics, complex pneumatics, electrical wiring, mechanical assemblies and sensor.
- Applications Development using an object-oriented language (i.e. C#, VB.Net).
- SQL Server, SQL Server Reporting Services, java and database design desirable.
- PLC programming experience. Experience building new control systems.
- Knowledgeable & experienced in mechanical, electrical/electronic design, programmable logic controls (PLC) - Allen Bradley, pneumatic systems, motor control, vision systems, and instrumentation.
- Experience integrating Automation systems into MES systems for data collection and control.
- Cognex Vision system design and integration for inspecting, locating and positioning.
- Experience with Robots/Cobots.
- Network design and debug.
- HMI development and troubleshooting.
- Knowledgeable on project management of automation systems development lifecycle.
- Experience with servo controllers, motion applications.
- Knowledgeable and experienced in Design for Excellence (DFX) Principles and risk management. methodologies such as PFMEA.
- Effective verbal, non-verbal, visual, and written communication skills.
- Minitab or statistical software experience.
- Knowledge of risk-based computer system validation deliverables associated with each step of the computer system life cycle.
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.
Benefits & Compensation
MiniMed offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package
At MiniMed, we put people first. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values: We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every stage of your career and life.
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Short Term Incentive (STI).MiniMed Benefits Overview
About MiniMed
MiniMed is a full-stack insulin delivery company dedicated to supporting people living with diabetes through every step of their journey - when and how they need it. For more than 40 years, we’ve been committed to redefining what’s possible: intelligent dosing systems designed for real life, predictive insights that stay a step ahead, and always on support when it’s needed most. At the heart of everything we do is a simple Mission: to make every day a better day for people with diabetes.
Learn more about our business, and our mission here.
It is the policy of MiniMed 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, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, MiniMed will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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