We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 23 May 2025
At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.

MUST HAVE (MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS)

To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident on your resume .

• Bachelor’s degree with minimum of 5 years of relevant experience,
• Or advanced degree with a minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience

Nice to Have ( Preferred Qualifications )

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a technical discipline (Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical, Biomedical, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field); MBA preferred.
• Experience with vascular products and therapies, including catheters, stents, and polymer/metal processing.
• Strong background in medical device product development with thorough knowledge of FDA regulations and relevant industry standards.
• Expertise across the entire product lifecycle, from concept through commercialization.
• Certified in Design for Reliability and Manufacturability (DRM), Design for Six Sigma (DFSS), or Six Sigma Green Belt.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Proven operational experience with deep expertise in at least one Operations function and strong program management capabilities.
• Experience in highly regulated industries such as medical devices, pharmaceuticals, avionics, or automotive.
• Skilled in problem-solving methodologies and root cause analysis.
• Experience working in cross-functional, virtual teams.
• Hands-on experience in new product development initiatives.

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.

IT IS THE POLICY OF MEDTRONIC 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, STATUS WITH REGARD TO PUBLIC ASSISTANCE, VETERAN STATUS, OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE OR LOCAL LAW. IN ADDITION, MEDTRONIC WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.

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PROGRAM MANAGEMENT AND TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the Extended Operations Team (up to 10 functions) to ensure on-time and on-budget performance through the new product development cycle.
• Ensure scope, cost, resource and schedule alignment between operations and core team functions
• Follow compliance processes for New Product Development
• Ability to influence and negotiate requirements to meet program outcomes.
• Execute pre-established Operations Strategies.
• Ensure structured problem methods and predictive engineering principles are consistently and rigorously applied, such as Design for Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or similar concepts.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and the ability to ask critical questions without being the subject matter expert

COMMUNICATIONS & INFLUENCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Active and effective listener
• Ability to lead and Influence between Extended Operations Team and Core Team
• Effective written and spoken communicator
• Coach and develop extended Operations members, to help individuals advance their skills and careers. Provide performance feedback.
• Recognize teams and individuals for exceptional performance
  Location : Irvine, CA
  Ability to travel up to : 25%

To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident on your resume .

• Bachelor’s degree with minimum of 5 years of relevant experience,
• Or advanced degree with a minimum of 3 years’ relevant experienc