Entry Level Medical Device Engineer Jobs in Minnesota

Cretex Medical is a leading contract manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for the medical device industry.  Our customers view us as a trusted partner in the areas of injection molding, laser processing, metal stamping and device assembly.  Learn more at www.cretexmedical.com. 

Position Summary: 

The NPI Engineer ll will be responsible for the development, validation, and launch of new products into the production environment.  Responsible for designing, validating and developing new products while working through a defined stage gate process. This position will also provide training and support to operators and technicians on NPI programs and launches.  

• Initiate and complete technical activities leading to new processes or design for manufacturability for programs and to meet strategic goals and objectives for the company.
• Create process flow diagrams and support evaluation of efficiency, cycle times, yield, and scrap.
• Contribute to root cause analysis and troubleshooting efforts on equipment or processes to solve quality, consistency, and scrap problems.
• Analyze and solve problems from basic engineering principles, theories, and concepts through to a wide range of problems which may require innovative approaches to validation and product design to meet customer deliverables.
• Create, maintain and approve device routers, bill of materials, and manufacturing procedures.
• Own development, characterization, and validation of new processes to output capable and stable processes using statistical analysis skills and tools (ex. DOE) where appropriate.
• Develop and lead discussions around risk documents such as pFMEAs and MVPs.
• Understanding of process validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) and statistical analysis including capability, confidence/reliability, etc. to support execution and documentation of validation activities.
• Act with appropriate speed and prioritization when project risks are identified.
• Iteratively design, fabricate, test, and implement process fixturing and gauging
• Support set-up, training, and setting development on new or novel pieces of equipment.
• Develop customer relationships and serve as technical resource on customer calls to exceed internal and external customer expectations and requirements.
• Participate as technical support in customer visits, key contact for customer projects
• Support cost evaluation in partnership with business development and technical solutions teams.
• Provide guidance and training to Engineering Technicians
• Interface with Quality, Development, and Manufacturing organizations to integrate new products or processes into the existing production area.
• Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements
• Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work
• Understand customer needs and the core business markets we serve
• Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly
• Participate in required company meetings
• Participate in the Operational Excellence Program
• Complete all other work duties as assigned
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or other Engineering Science
• 3 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing setting; including state of the art manufacturing technology/concepts and cost reductions
• Process design and validation
• Equipment and fixture/gauge design
• Experience in an ISO13485/GMP environment
• Engineering experience with medical devices
• Knowledge of materials and related processes
• DOE, SPC, FMEA, GMP, QSR
• Manufacturing automation, including electronic visual inspection
• Proficient in 3D CAD software (i.e. ProE, Unigraphics, Solidworks, etc.)

Preferred Requirements:

• Continuing Education; including participation in local chapters, associations, and/or organizations
• Team dynamic skills (communication, accountability, decision-making, feedback, meeting management, managing conflict)
• Knowledge of statistical software
• Lean manufacturing experience

What is it like to work at Cretex Medical?  

We recognize the contribution of every individual and promote growth, safety and security for all our employees. Cretex Medical values performance and pays competitive wages along with a rich benefit package. We offer a positive work environment with a focus on continuous improvement.  

Here are some of things that employees have said about working for Cretex Medical:  

• "The culture at Cretex is collaborative. Everyone here is willing to help you whether it is a director, a machinist, or your boss. Everyone is always willing to help you figure out a project and get it done right." 
• "I would tell potential interns that Cretex is a great company to work for. It has set a high bar for corporate culture as well as the quality of work you can do. I would definitely recommend it." 
• "I learned that I really like the medical device industry. The importance and the gravity of what we do here is felt by the employees. You can have that passion in your work because you know what you are striving for is to save lives." 

We encourage you to explore the many opportunities Cretex Medical can offer you as a valued team member.

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This pay range reflects the base hourly rate or annual salary for positions within this job grade, based on our market-based pay structures. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal equity, business needs, and local market conditions. While the full hiring range is shared for transparency, offers are rarely made at the minimum or maximum of the range.

All Employees:

Our 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution; onsite health clinics, discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service), Cretex University, 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost, wellness program with incentives, an employee death benefit, and employee sick and safe leave are available to all Cretex employees. 

20+hours:

Cretex's medical benefit package includes: comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers; dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in network provider); vision insurance; a pre-tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts; paid holidays, paid time off; and our discretionary profit sharing program are available to employees working 20+ hours/week. 

30+ hours:

Parental Leave, accident and critical illness benefits, optional employee, spouse, and child life; short and long term disability; company provided life insurance; and tuition assistance programs are available to employees working 30+ hours per week. 

(Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)

Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other protected status as required by law.  

Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.