Research & Development Engineer II - On-site

About the role

This role supports research and development activities focused on bone graft technologies, graft delivery systems, spine-related products, and preclinical research within the Cranial & Spinal Technologies (CST) Operating Unit. Based in Memphis, Tennessee, the position 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.

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.
• 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.

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.

Pay

Salary range: $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.

Benefits

Regular employees (working 20+ hours per week) receive: 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).

All regular employees receive: 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).

Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Some benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

Schedule

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