Materials Technician IV

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 3 Nov 2026   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 The Electrophysiology Therapies (EPT) group is looking Materials Technician IV within the Cardiac Rhythm Management (CRM) operating unit. EPT offers devices and therapies to treat abnormal heart rhythms, as well as cardiac diagnostic and monitoring solutions. 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.                     Primary Responsibilities: • Testing and Characterization: Perform thermal (DSC, TGA, DMA), mechanical (Instron), fatigue/durability, and supporting analytical tests (e.g., FTIR, microscopy, durometer) on polymers, elastomers, metals, and components • Test Methods and Equipment: Develop and deploy test methods per ASTM/ISO standards; own calibration, maintenance, and qualification of lab equipment • Data Collection and Analysis: Record data, perform, analyze, and report findings to engineering teams • Investigations: Support failure analysis, root cause investigations, non-conformances, and CAPAs • Lab Safety and Maintenance: Maintain a safe, organized lab and enforce EHS requirements, including chemical handling, PPE, and lockout/tagout; Ensure equipment is calibrated and maintained • Mentorship and Enablement: Train and mentor technicians, interns, and engineers; partner with engineering to plan testing, prioritize lab work, and drive continuous improvement Requirements:  • 5+ years of relevant technical experience, which may include a combination of practical experience and applicable training, education, or certification   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 The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.  The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candi