Electronic Calibration/Metrology Technician III

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 26 Aug 2026 Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact. A Day in the Life The Global Calibration Services team within Global Quality Excellence provides calibration and metrology services that support research, development, manufacturing, and quality operations across Medtronic. The Electrical Metrology Laboratory is responsible for maintaining measurement traceability, calibration compliance, and technical expertise for a broad range of test, inspection, and measurement equipment used throughout the organization. This position is based in Mounds View, Minnesota and requires onsite presence five days per week. Limited local travel may be required to support calibration activities at nearby Medtronic facilities. As an Electronic Calibration / Metrology Technician III, you will perform advanced calibration, measurement, troubleshooting, and technical support activities for electrical test, inspection, and measurement equipment. This role supports laboratory and on-site calibration services, contributes to calibration procedure development, and partners with engineers, technicians, and equipment owners to ensure measurement accuracy, traceability, and compliance. Primary Responsibilities Perform calibrations and measurements using maintained reference standards to ensure traceability to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and the International System of Units (SI). Calibrate, evaluate, and document results for electrical test, inspection, and measurement equipment, including both commercial and custom-built test systems. Record calibration data using approved templates and systems, and initiate Out-of-Tolerance (OOT) or Nonconformance (NC) documentation when required. Provide laboratory and on-site calibration support for equipment that cannot be relocated due to size, sensitivity, or operational constraints. Develop, revise, and maintain calibration procedures using manufacturer specifications, laboratory methods, system requirements, and approved documentation. Troubleshoot, inspect, adjust, and repair test and measurement equipment to support ongoing operations and project needs. Partner with engineers, technicians, and equipment owners to coordinate calibration activities and provide guidance regarding measurement equipment selection and use. Mentor less experienced technicians and support adherence to established metrology procedures and quality requirements. Required Qualifications Requires 3+ years of relevant technical experience, which may include a combination of practical experience and applicable training, education, or certification. Experience performing calibration, measurement, troubleshooting, maintenance, or repair activities on electrical test, inspection, and measurement equipment. Experience documenting technical work using controlled procedures, calibration records, databases, or quality systems. Ability to read and interpret technical specifications, procedures, equipment manuals, and measurement requirements. Ability to work onsite in Mounds View, Minnesota and travel locally as needed to support calibration activities. Preferred Qualifications Associate degree, technical diploma, or military training in electronics, metrology, calibration technology, precision measurement, or instrumentation. American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Calibration Technician certification. Knowledge of measurement uncertainty, measurement traceability, Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA), calibration intervals, and out-of-tolerance investigations. Experience working within regulated industries, including medical device, pharmaceutical, aerospace, or other quality-regulated manufacturing environments, with familiarity with FDA 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, ISO 10012, or ISO/IEC 17025. Experience with calibration management software, statistical analysis tools, Microsoft Excel template development and validation, and electrical measurement disciplines including voltage, current, resistance, capacitance, inductance, frequency, power, and energy. 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PR) locations (USD):$59,600.00 - $89,400.00 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). 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