Medtronic
Materials Engineer II
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States of America · Mid · Contract
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The bottom of this range ($87,200) is below the Level I prevailing wage of $93,413. An H-1B cannot be filed below the prevailing wage, so an offer at the floor of this band could not be sponsored as posted.
Based on the DOL prevailing wage for this occupation and worksite, a base salary of $109,720 would place this position at wage Level II. That figure is within the posted range, and I'd like to target it. This role classifies under "Materials Engineers" for prevailing-wage purposes.
DOL prevailing wage, 2026-27 wage year · Materials Engineers (17-2131) · Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI. Wage level is derived by USCIS from the offered wage, occupation and worksite; the occupation shown is inferred from the job title.
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About the role
- We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 11 Sep 2026 Careers that change lives start here.
- Medtronic Neuromodulation advances innovative therapies that restore function and relieve chronic pain.
- We help patients reclaim their lives and achieve better outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Analyze corrosion behavior, degradation mechanisms, and material performance to support product development and technology assessments.
- Support the evaluation of emerging electrode technologies, materials, and surface modification approaches for neuromodulation applications.
- Develop and execute laboratory test protocols, document findings, and communicate results to cross-functional stakeholders.
- Contribute to material selection, design recommendations, and engineering specifications based on testing and analytical results.
- Support failure analysis, life prediction activities, and material-related investigations to improve product performance and reliability.
- Experience analyzing and interpreting experimental data to support engineering or scientific conclusions.
Requirements
- Experience working in a laboratory environment and following documented test procedures.
- Ability to communicate technical findings through written reports and presentations.
Nice to have
- Hands-on experience with both DC and AC electrochemical characterization techniques.
- Experience with electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS), cyclic voltammetry (CV), and corrosion testing methodologies.
- Experience supporting materials characterization, failure analysis, or product development activities within a regulated industry.
- 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 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.
- 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.
Compensation
- and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
- Medtronic benefits and compensation plans
Benefits
- Conduct bench electrical stimulation testing to evaluate the performance, stability, and durability of stimulation leads and electrodes for implantable medical devices.
Company info
- A Day in the Life At Medtronic Neuroscience, we are redefining what's possible in neurological and spinal care, bringing together innovation, expertise, and partnership to improve lives around the world.
- U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact.
- 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. Recruitment Fraud Alert We are aware of phishing scams targeting job seekers.
Visa & Work Authorization
- U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship
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