We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 11 Aug 2026

At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world.

About the Role

In this exciting and challenging role as a test engineer, your responsibilities will include Designing, developing, and implementing testing methods and equipment. Plans and arranges schedules, and equipment required for verifying products. Provides test area with parameters for sample testing and specifies tests to be performed. Compiles data and defines changes required in testing equipment, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, or new testing requirements. Responsible for writing verification test plans and reports.

This role is full time on-site in Northridge, CA to support test method development and supervising of product verification testing. Up to 30% domestic travel is expected.

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

• Support design verification activities associated with a family of insulin delivery pump/transmitter systems used by individuals to effectively manage Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.
• Support EMC testing and global RF licensing activities of new and existing products (in-house or third-party labs).
• Support the development and implementation of EMC design guidelines and best practices.
• Operate a fully equipped semi-anechoic chamber and electrical testing equipment, such as DMM, spectrum analyzer, signal generators, power amplifiers, microscopes, oscilloscopes
• Develop and document design verification test protocol, plans, and reports in compliance with FDA/ISO and global regulations.
• Stay current with industry standards and advancements in EMC technology.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, Ops, Regulatory, Quality).
• Demonstrate exceptional communication and technical writing skills
• Work collaboratively with stakeholders to establish and support development and testing strategies for the product and system.
• Design basic electrical equipment, tools, test fixtures.

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident on your resume.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience. Or an advanced degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to travel and support testing in outside test labs
• Experienced with test equipment such as DMM, spectrum analyzer, signal generators, power amplifiers etc.

Nice to Have

• Attention to detail.
• Good organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
• Familiarity with lab/testing environment.
• Experience in Medical Device/FDA Regulated Industry and compliance with IEC60601-1-2.
• Familiarity with EMC standards and RF regulations (e.g., FCC, EN, CISPR).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience in SMT soldering.
• Ability to function as a team member in a collaborative work environment.

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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.

Benefits & Compensation

MiniMed offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package

At MiniMed, we put people first. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values: We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every stage of your career and life.

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$87,000.00 - $149,000.00

For roles located in California, Seattle WA, Washington DC, Boston MA, and New York City, the salary range is $97,000 - $165,000 USD.

Actual compensation may vary based on factors including experience, education, certifications, skills, market conditions, internal equity, and geographic location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Short Term Incentive (STI).

At MiniMed, we are committed to supporting the well-being and financial security of our employees. Regular employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for a robust benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as access to a Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, life insurance, long-term disability leave, and a dependent daycare spending account. In addition, all regular employees enjoy incentive plans, a 401(k) plan with company match, short-term disability coverage, paid time off and holidays, participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and access to our Employee Assistance Program. Eligible employees may also benefit from our Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement and Capital Accumulation Plan, subject to IRS minimum earnings requirements. Please note that “regular employees” refers to those who are not temporary staff, such as interns, and some benefits may not apply to employees in Puerto Rico.

For further details about our comprehensive benefits, we encourage you to visit the link below.

MiniMed Benefits Overview

About MiniMed

MiniMed is a full-stack insulin delivery company dedicated to supporting people living with diabetes through every step of their journey — when and how they need it. For more than 40 years, we’ve been committed to redefining what’s possible: intelligent dosing systems designed for real life, predictive insights that stay a step ahead, and always on support when it’s needed most. At the heart of everything we do is a simple Mission: to make every day a better day for people with diabetes.

Learn more about our business, and our mission here.

It is the policy of MiniMed to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, MiniMed will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

If you are applying to perform work for MiniMed in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which MiniMed reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. MiniMed will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.