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A Day in the Life

The Cranial & Spinal Technologies (CST) Operating Unit develops technologies that support spine and cranial procedures, including spinal implants, navigation and robotic guidance systems, advanced imaging, biologics, and data-driven surgical planning tools. Within CST, this role supports research and development activities focused on bone graft technologies, graft delivery systems, spine-related products, and preclinical research.

This position is based in Memphis, Tennessee, and follows an onsite work model, with a minimum of four days per week in the office or laboratory environment. Limited travel may be required to support off-site laboratory activities, pre-clinical studies, and cross-functional collaboration.

As an R&D Engineer, you will contribute to the development of products and technologies used in spine surgery and biologic applications. This role supports engineering activities across product development programs, including design support, testing, data analysis, and verification activities related to bone graft materials, delivery instruments, and spine systems. The position offers opportunities to work within multidisciplinary teams while gaining experience in laboratory, cadaveric, and pre-clinical research environments.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of bone graft technologies, graft delivery instruments, and spine-related products.

• Plan and execute laboratory testing, data collection, and engineering analyses to support product development activities.

• Conduct verification and validation activities, including bench, cadaveric, and pre-clinical studies.

• Assist with the execution and documentation of animal studies, including study coordination, sample handling, and data collection.

• Translate product requirements into design inputs, test methods, and performance evaluations.

• Document engineering activities through technical reports, test protocols, design records, and study summaries.

• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to support project objectives, quality requirements, and development timelines.

• Evaluate existing and competitive technologies to support product improvements and future development efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of relevant engineering experience, or a Master's degree in Engineering with 0+ years of relevant experience.

• Experience supporting engineering activities, including testing, data collection, analysis, or product development.

• Ability to document technical work through reports, protocols, and engineering records.

• Experience working within structured processes and complying with quality or regulatory requirements.

• Ability to work onsite in Memphis, Tennessee, a minimum of four days per week.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within the medical device, biologics, healthcare, or other regulated industry environment.

• Experience with laboratory testing, biomaterials, tissue-based research, or engineering analysis.

• Knowledge of spinal anatomy, bone grafting technologies, graft delivery systems, or spine-focused therapies.

• Experience supporting verification and validation activities, including bench, cadaveric, or pre-clinical studies.

• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams in a product development environment.

For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. A7 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):$88,800.00 - $133,200.00

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

The base salary range applies across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and certain 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, and Simple 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), and 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