Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer - Onsite

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 13 Nov 2026

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Medtronic is developing next-generation X-ray imaging technologies used in interventional and image-guided procedures. The mechanical engineering team is responsible for the design, integration, verification, and lifecycle support of complex capital equipment systems that combine mechanical, electrical, and software technologies to deliver reliable clinical performance.

As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will play a key technical role in the development of a next-generation X-ray imaging system. You will lead mechanical engineering projects and technical workstreams spanning concept development, detailed design, system integration, verification, and product implementation. This role requires strong technical judgment, ownership, and collaboration across engineering, quality, manufacturing, and external partners to deliver robust mechanical solutions for complex medical technology systems.

This position is based in Boxborough, Massachusetts and requires an onsite presence four days per week to support hands-on design, prototyping, testing, and cross-functional collaboration.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering projects and technical workstreams from requirements definition through design, verification, and implementation.
• Design and develop mechanical and electromechanical components, assemblies, mechanisms, fixtures, and test equipment.
• Create, review, and release 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and documentation supporting product development activities.
• Conduct root-cause investigations for mechanical, integration, manufacturing, and product performance issues and implement corrective actions.
• Define verification strategies, author engineering test protocols, develop test fixtures, and evaluate test results.
• Collaborate with suppliers, subcontractors, and cross-functional teams to evaluate technical solutions and resolve engineering challenges.
• Support system integration, design reviews, engineering changes, configuration management, and design transfer activities.
• Drive technical decision-making by applying engineering analysis, risk assessment, and sound design principles.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of engineering experience OR Master's degree and 2+ years of engineering experience OR Ph.D with 0+ years of experience required.
• Experience in mechanical product development with ownership of engineering projects or major technical workstreams.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software and engineering drawings, including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing mechanical and electromechanical systems, including design analysis, verification, and complex problem resolution.
• Experience collaborating with suppliers, subcontractors, and cross-functional stakeholders throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Experience developing complex electromechanical or motion-control systems for capital equipment.
• Experience with SolidWorks, SolidWorks Product Data Management (PDM), Agile Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), or similar engineering data-management systems.
• Experience with verification planning, test fixture development, product transfer, and manufacturing readiness activities.
• Experience in regulated product development environments, including medical devices or X-ray imaging systems.
• Experience supporting system integration activities for complex multi-disciplinary products.
  
  

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 candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.

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Benefits & Compensation

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$106,400.00 - $159,600.00

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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, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: 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).

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

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