Sr NPI Process Engineer

MiniMed

$87K — $149K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field required, advanced degree preferred.
  • 4 years relevant engineering experience, or 2 years with an advanced degree.
  • Experience in process development and equipment optimization is essential.
  • Knowledge of statistical process control and inspection methods is a plus.
  • Lean certifications and experience with mechanical assembly manufacturing are advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical and sustaining engineering support in manufacturing areas.
  • Implement equipment and process modifications to improve quality and production efficiency.
  • Integrate equipment and materials to meet technology specifications.
  • Review product development requirements for compatibility with manufacturing methods.
  • Collaborate with product design personnel to ensure design-process compatibility.
  • Lead development and optimization of new manufacturing concepts and procedures.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory processes and procedures.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Access to Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account.
  • 401(k) plan with company match.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan and participation incentives.
  • Comprehensive support for well-being, including an Employee Assistance Program.
Full Job Description
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 10 Jul 2026

About the Role

Minimed is seeking a Sr NPI Process Engineer that is experienced in process development, equipment optimization, statistical process control, and sustaining engineering. Proven track record of improving quality, yield, and manufacturing efficiency through process innovation, cross-functional collaboration, and data-driven decision-making while ensuring regulatory compliance.

This role is onsite at our Northridge, CA office.

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
  • Provides technical and sustaining engineering support in a manufacturing area.
  • Recommends and implements equipment and process modifications to meet quality standards and improve production efficiencies, manufacturing techniques as well as production yields for existing products.
  • Integrates equipment and material capabilities to meet process module target specifications and technology target specifications.
  • Reviews product development requirements for compatibility with processing methods to determine costs and schedules.
  • Interacts with product design and development personnel to ensure that processes and designs are compatible.
  • May develop and conduct statistical analysis or recommend additions to document work.
  • Leads the innovation, development and/or optimization of new manufacturing concepts, processes and procedures for transfer to manufacturing operations.
  • This can include scouting and feasibility work, material selection, process and equipment selection, tooling / fixture and equipment installation and assessment of inputs, outputs and alignment to requirements.
  • Develops manufacturing processes that are applicable to statistical process control and may develop those techniques including the measurement systems.
  • Ensures processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations.


Must Have: Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident in your applicant profile.
  • Requires a Bachelors degree and minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 2 years relevant experience.


Nice to Have:
  • Prefer a degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering
  • Knowledge of inspection methods and statistical analysis
  • Prior TMV/MSA experience
  • Lean certificates
  • Process SME experience
  • Prior experience to Mechanical assembly manufacturing, such as heat staking, adhesive dispense, electrical functional tester.


Travel:
  • Ability to travel 20% to 30% domestic and international
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

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$87,000.00 - $149,000.00
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).

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Short Term Incentive (STI).

At MiniMed, we are committed to supporting the well-being and financial security of our employees. Regular employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for a robust benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as access to a Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, life insurance, long-term disability leave, and a dependent daycare spending account. In addition, all regular employees enjoy incentive plans, a 401(k) plan with company match, short-term disability coverage, paid time off and holidays, participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and access to our Employee Assistance Program. Eligible employees may also benefit from our Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement and Capital Accumulation Plan, subject to IRS minimum earnings requirements. Please note that "regular employees" refers to those who are not temporary staff, such as interns, and some benefits may not apply to employees in Puerto Rico.

For further details about our comprehensive benefits, we encourage you to visit the link below.

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