Senior R&D Engineer

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 6 Nov 2026
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A Day in the LifeThe Structural Heart portfolio within Medtronic’s Interventional Cardiology Therapies (ICT) Operating Unit is looking for a Senior R&D Engineer. This role will support the development and expansion of transcatheter heart valve replacement technologies through advanced clinical and preclinical imaging analysis, computational and anatomical modeling, and research activities for Structural Heart therapies. This role will partner with engineering, clinical, and scientific teams to analyze cardiovascular imaging datasets, develop predictive models, evaluate device-anatomy interactions, and generate evidence that supports product development, preclinical studies, and future therapy advancement.
The Structural Heart group develops transcatheter technologies for the treatment of valvular heart disease and aortic conditions. This team supports a broad portfolio of transcatheter valve replacement and repair therapies, including technologies used to treat aortic, pulmonary, mitral, and tricuspid valve disease.
This position is based at our Mounds View, MN facility and requires a minimum of 4 days per week on-site for in-person collaboration. This role may require up to 10% travel to support business objectives, in-person meetings and project activities.
In general, the following responsibilities apply for the Senior R&D Engineer which includes, but is not limited to the following:
Analyze clinical and preclinical imaging datasets including computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), ultrasound, and fluoroscopy to support structural heart research and development
Develop anatomical reconstructions, segmentation workflows, and quantitative measurement methodologies using advanced 3D imaging software
Create and maintain data-processing, measurement, and analysis tools using Python and/or MATLAB
Support product development and preclinical activities through image analysis, anatomical assessments, and technical investigations
Develop and evaluate predictive models that support patient screening, device evaluation, and anatomy-device interaction assessments
Generate technical reports, research documentation, presentations, and supporting analyses for project teams and leadership
Partner with cross-functional teams, physicians, and external researchers to support technology development and scientific research initiatives
Contribute technical expertise in cardiac anatomy, physiology, and structural heart disease to project planning and execution
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, or a technical discipline with 4+ years of experience OR advanced degree with 2+ years of experience
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with cardiovascular imaging analysis, image segmentation, or anatomical modeling
Experience using Python and/or MATLAB for data analysis, measurement automation, or image-processing applications
Experience with CAD or CT image post-processing software such as Materialise Mimics or 3mensio.
Experience authoring technical reports, analyses, or scientific documentation
Knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, pathology, and structural heart disease
Experience interpreting cardiovascular imaging modalities including CT, ultrasound, and fluoroscopy
Experience with statistical shape modeling, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), finite element analysis (FEA), or machine learning applications
Experience with transcatheter therapies, catheter-based procedures, or heart valve device development/manufacturing
Experience working within a regulated medical device environment, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Quality System Regulations (QSR), and global regulatory (FDA, MDD, and CMDR) requirements
In depth knowledge of mitral and tricuspid valve and surrounding structures
Preclinical experience
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.
Physical Job Requirements
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Benefits & Compensation
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Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$105,600.00 - $158,400.00
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This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).
The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific 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. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account,