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Medtronic

Senior Principal Scientist – Electromagnetic Physics

Medtronic

. Develop and optimize electromagnetic navigation technologies using physics-based modeling, simulation, and experimental methods .

Posted 10/19/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $176,800 - $265,200 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in electromagnetic navigation technologies, applying electromagnetic theory, signal analysis, and system modeling to solve complex engineering challenges. Proficient in developing hardware prototypes and integrated systems while generating intellectual property in regulated industries.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Electromagnetic Theory ApplicationSystem ModelingSignal AnalysisPrototyping and TestingPython Proficiency

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Hard Skills
Electromagnetic TheorySignal ProcessingData AnalysisSystem-Level ModelingAnalog Circuit DesignDigital Circuit DesignPCB DevelopmentEmbedded FirmwareHardware PrototypingAlgorithm Development
Soft Skills
CollaborationProblem SolvingInnovation
Tools & Technologies
PythonMATLABC/C++ANSYSCOMSOL
Industry Keywords
Medical Device DevelopmentRegulated IndustriesIntellectual PropertyProject PlanningRequirements Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
PythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Develop and optimize electromagnetic navigation technologies using physics-based modeling, simulation, and experimental methods
  • Design, build, and evaluate prototypes to improve system accuracy, reliability, and performance
  • Apply electromagnetic theory, signal analysis, and system-level modeling to solve complex technical challenges
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify, assess, and develop new technology concepts
  • Perform data analysis, simulation, and signal processing to characterize system behavior and guide design decisions
  • Assess emerging technologies through literature reviews, benchmarking, and proof-of-concept evaluations
  • Generate intellectual property through innovative technical solutions and invention disclosures
  • Transfer validated technologies, designs, and technical knowledge into product development programs

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of engineering experience OR master's degree with 8+ years of engineering experience OR PhD with 6+ years of engineering experience
  • Experience applying electromagnetic theory, system modeling, and signal analysis to complex engineering problems
  • 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
  • Experience with software tools for modeling, simulation, data analysis, or algorithm development
  • Experience developing and testing hardware prototypes and integrated systems
  • Experience with magnetic field generation, coil design, sensor technologies, signal processing electronics, and control systems
  • Experience with analog and digital circuit design, PCB development, and embedded firmware
  • Proficiency with Python, MATLAB, C/C++, ANSYS, or COMSOL
  • Experience generating intellectual property through patents, invention disclosures, or novel technical innovations
  • Experience in medical device development or other regulated industries, including project planning, estimation, and requirements management
  • Advanced technical degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related technical discipline

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Short-term incentive: Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP)
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
  • Life insurance
  • Long-term disability leave
  • Dependent daycare spending account
  • Tuition assistance/reimbursement
  • Simple Steps global well-being program
  • 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
  • Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)
  • Temporary employees eligible for paid sick time as required under applicable state law
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan for temporary employees