Materials Engineer II – Extrusion

Medtronic • Hill, NH

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About The Position

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. A Day in the Life We are seeking a Materials Engineer – Extrusion to support daily manufacturing operations and drive efficiency improvements in existing extrusion processes. This role will focus on delivering cost savings while ensuring full compliance with quality and regulatory requirements for components used in life‑saving medical devices. In this role, you will apply deep technical expertise in plastics materials science and manufacturing engineering to support daily operational objectives. You will analyze, design, and optimize extrusion processes and material applications. Working cross‑functionally with R&D, Quality, Operations, and external partners, you will help deliver robust, compliant, and scalable manufacturing solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree with Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience OR Masters degree with a minimum of 0 years relevant experience

Nice To Haves

• Experience with extrusion processes (polymer/plastic or composite), preferably in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, or other highly regulated industries.
• Knowledge of failure analysis techniques, material characterization, and process validation.
• Familiarity with FDA, ISO, and GMP requirements.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with suppliers and contract manufacturers.

Responsibilities

• Provide process engineering support to troubleshoot and resolve production issues.
• Lead cross‑functional engineering projects to drive continuous improvement in yield, efficiency, quality, and cost, using data from systems such as OEE and SPC.
• Specify, order, install, and qualify extrusion equipment and tooling.
• Develop and implement cost‑savings initiatives related to extrusion processes and workflow improvements.
• Execute process and equipment validations, including Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), and Process Qualification (PQ), using statistical analysis tools.
• Conduct root cause investigations and implement corrective actions as part of Nonconformance Reports (NCRs) and CAPAs.
• Author and maintain technical specifications, SOPs, and related documentation through document control systems for new and existing processes, in accordance with quality and regulatory requirements, using change management PLM systems such as Agile.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to operators and technicians as needed.

Benefits

• Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
• We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
• 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).
• 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).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level