R&D Engineer II

About the role

Medtronic, a global healthcare technology company, is looking for an R&D Engineer II in Nanakramguda. The role involves collaborating with local and global stakeholders on projects, including medium to high complexity supplier transfers and programmatic savings projects focused on vertical integration, localization, cost optimization and supplier management.

Key responsibilities

• Design or review engineering documentation gaps, manufacturing print reviews and remediation for RFQ activities
• Take part in ideation workshops assessing project scope and viability through economic analysis and supplier quote validation
• Create, review and refine 2D drawings and 3D CAD models, and reverse engineer components to recreate CAD models
• Run DFMEA/PFMEA and design reviews, and review engineering drawings for DFMA, manufacturability, accuracy and completeness
• Coordinate with suppliers to resolve technical queries and deliver projects on time and to quality
• Manage engineering changes using PDM/PLM software (Agile, Windchill)
• Use MS Office and Power BI for reporting, data analysis and dashboards
• Support process and manufacturing workflow automation with AI/ML tools

Required profile

• Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical or Production engineering, with 4-8 years of experience in gap assessments, manufacturing print reviews and remediation for RFQ activities
• Hands-on experience in should-costing (DFMA/aPriori) for metals, plastics and electronics components
• Familiarity with Six Sigma (DFSS/DMAIC/LSS) and Lean Manufacturing principles
• VAVE experience for cost-down projects and certification (SAVE/INVEST)
• PMP training or certification
• Advanced degree (PG/Masters) in Plastics, Materials, Tool Design or similar

Required skills

• Knowledge of medical device regulations (MDR, FDA, CE, IEC)
• Power BI, data analytics and Python for process automation
• Strong written, verbal and presentation skills, and good interpersonal and conflict resolution skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary and a flexible benefits package
• Eligibility for the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP)