Careers that Change Lives
We are looking for an enthusiastic person with strong engineering, research, analytical and programming skills to join our team. The position involves research and development of medical devices related to closed loop/ artificial pancreas algorithms and software. The individual will work with members of research staff to implement system simulators and algorithms that aid in the development of our best in class therapies through the application of control theory, mathematical modeling, advanced signal processing, advanced data analytics, machine learning and experimentation. The role will involve all aspects of the research and product development process, including algorithm design and development, data gathering, analysis, validation and implementation. Additionally, the candidate will be involved in the documentation of such systems for regulatory submissions both domestically and internationally. The ideal candidate would have direct experience in control theory, algorithm development, modeling and simulation and data analytics
A Day in the Life

• Contribute to artificial pancreas technology innovation and research, technology transfer from research to development, algorithm development, simulation, and modeling
• Apply principles of control theory, modeling, simulation, signal processing, machine learning, data analytics and to develop algorithms using MATLAB, Simulink (Stateflow) and Python
• Analyze and quantify large amounts of data to generate verifiable conclusions
• Identify problem areas and work with the team to gather the experimental data necessary to address these
• Support complex projects to meet technology performance and schedule objectives
• Support department functional groups in defining product features and requirements
• Comply with external and internal regulatory requirements
• Write detailed technical specifications and scientific reports
• Apply data analysis results to aid product development decisions and system design

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors in Engineering - Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering (control theory/signal processing/modeling/analytics focus) or related discipline with 4+ years of industry experience, OR
• Advanced degree - PhD or Masters in Engineering - Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering (control theory/signal processing/modeling/analytics focus) or related discipline with 2+ years of industry experience

• Demonstrated experience with control theory, modeling and simulation, data analytics, statistical analysis, algorithm development, and/or signal processing
• Proficient in MATLAB and Simulink (Stateflow) programming, Python and/or other signal processing environments including working knowledge of automatic code generation
• Knowledge of and experience with data science and machine learning
• Demonstrated understanding of statistical techniques and methods
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate complex ideas effectively
• Demonstrated ability in managing/supporting multiple projects in a deadline driven environment
• Experienced with producing and presenting engineering/technical presentations
• Demonstrated ability in producing written documentation such as specifications, engineering reports, test plans, test procedures, validation plans, and validation reports
• Experience in managing software or model configurations

Together, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.

We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let's work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients' lives. Help us shape the future.

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. 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. (ADA-United States of America)

Additional Information

• Posting Date: Nov 30, 2021
• Travel: No