Engineer II
MiniMed
Summary
MiniMed is looking for an R-D Engineer II to join our team in our Northridge office. This role is hybrid with 3 days in the office/2 days remote.
Job description
In this exciting role as Engineer II, you will have responsibility to manage medical device projects. As part of the shared services group you will be responsible for capturing project / product / packaging and labeling requirements that meet the internal quality requirements and comply to ISO standards.
Responsibilities
- Designs, develops a wide variety of containers used for the protection, display, and handling of products.
- Gather requirements, determines specifications according to the nature of the product, cost limitations, legal requirements, and the type of protection required, considering need for resistance to such external variables as moisture, corrosive chemicals, temperature variations, light, heat, rough handling, and tampering.
- Designs package exteriors considering such factors as product identification, sales appeal, aesthetic quality, printing and production techniques.
- Responsibilities may include documentation management and/or coordination of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and may support implementation in manufacturing facilities/plants.
- Coordinate multiple projects and connect with various stakeholders to meet timelines and make sure the program is successful.
- Participate and contribute in design reviews for successful launch of the product.
- Strong problem solving skills; can identify root cause of complex problems and provide solutions.
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
Bachelors degree with 4+ years of experience in Engineering (Packaging / Industrial) and/or regulated industry OR Advanced degree with 2+ years of experience in Packaging / Industrial Engineering and regulated industry.
Nice to Have
- Experience creating and maintaining documentation
- Green Belt
- Proficient in MiniTab
- Lean Design & Manufacturing
- Experience in regulated industry submission
Requirements
- Bachelors degree with 4+ years of experience in Engineering (Packaging / Industrial) and/or regulated industry OR Advanced degree with 2+ years of experience in Packaging / Industrial Engineering and regulated industry
- Strong problem solving skills; can identify root cause of complex problems and provide solutions
- Strong relationship skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Critical thinking and efficient problem solving
Benefits
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Leave
- Dependent Daycare Spending Account
- Incentive Plans
- 401(k) Matching
- Short-Term Disability Coverage
- Paid Time Off
- Holidays
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Non-Qualified Retirement Plan Supplement
- Capital Accumulation Plan
Company overview
MiniMed is a leading medical device company specializing in diabetes management technologies, with a rich history dating back to its founding in 1983 by visionary entrepreneur Alfred E. Mann. Originally acquired by Medtronic in 2001, MiniMed recently became an independent publicly-traded company in 2026, trading on Nasdaq under the ticker "MMED" with a market capitalization of approximately $5.29 billion. The company is headquartered in Northridge, California, and employs nearly 8,000 dedicated professionals focused on advancing diabetes care. MiniMed is unique as the only diabetes technology company that manufactures both insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), offering integrated systems like the MiniMed 780G system with SmartGuard technology. Their flagship products include automated insulin delivery systems, continuous glucose monitoring sensors, and smart insulin pens designed to simplify diabetes management and improve patient outcomes. With a mission to make diabetes more predictable and manageable, MiniMed has established itself as a pioneer in diabetes technology, providing innovative solutions that help patients achieve better glucose control and enhance their quality of life.