RPE Test Technician III – Day Shift

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About the role

Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact. A Day in the Life A Day in Life Of: • Builds, modifies, and assembles prototypes, fixtures, and test setups to support new product development and engineering activities • Performs testing prototypes and development components, including design characterization, design verification, and design validation testing, in accordance with established test methods and protocols • Supports engineers in the planning, preparation, execution, and documentation of engineering tests and experiments • Performs a variety of mechanical, electrical, and/or functional testing to characterize product performance and evaluate design concepts against requirements and specifications • Conducts investigations and troubleshooting activities to identify the root cause of product or test-related issues and supports the development of corrective actions and design improvements • Prepares test samples, equipment, fixtures, and instrumentation and ensures test setups are properly configured and ready for execution • Documents test results, observations, data, and deviations accurately and support the preparation of engineering reports and technical documentation • Supports the development, execution, and maintenance of Design Verification and Validation (DV/V) activities, including test method execution and data collection • Coordinates the preparation, packaging, labeling, and shipment of prototypes, samples, and test articles to internal and external laboratories or testing locations • Maintains test equipment, fixtures, and laboratory areas and assists with calibration, troubleshooting, and general lab readiness • Works closely with engineers and cross-functional teams to identify opportunities to improve test methods, prototypes, processes, and overall product development activities • Supports engineering investigations, experiments, and continuous improvement activities through hands-on technical expertise and problem solving • Maintains accurate records and ensures all testing and development activities are performed in accordance with applicable procedures, quality systems, and regulatory requirements • Provides technical support within the department and contributes to a collaborative, hands-on engineering environment  Key Skills & Experience   • We are looking for a qualified person with a minimum Level 6 NFQ in a relevant technical discipline (e.g. Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, Biomedical Engineering, or related discipline) and with a minimum of 2 years' relevant experience • Experience working in medical devices, product development, engineering, manufacturing, or another regulated industry is preferred • Hands-on experience with prototype assembly, laboratory testing, test fixtures, instrumentation, and/or experimental setups • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot equipment, test setups, and prototype designs • Ability to follow detailed test methods and protocols while recognizing unexpected results, anomalies, and opportunities for further investigation • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation and data collection • Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with engineers, technicians, and cross-functional teams • Ability to manage multiple testing activities and priorities while meeting p

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