Careers that Change LivesIn this role, you will join a world class team of mechanical, electrical and software engineers responsible for further development and enhancement of the globally launched Robotic Assisted Surgery platformwithin the Surgical Operating unit:https://www.medtronic.com/covidien/en-us/robotic-assisted-surgery/hugo-ras-system.htmlMedtronic'sSurgical Operating Unitis one new, powerful operating unit bringing together the people and product portfolio ofSurgical Robotics andSurgical Innovations.With the Medtronic Mission as our North Star, we will build on our legacy of proven surgical solutions and advance the promise of robotics and digital solutions for the benefitofthe customers and patients we serve.?Makeyourimpact by exploring a career with the world's leading Medical Devicecompany,striving"to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life."?A Day in The LifeAs aPrincipal Controls Software Engineer working at Medtronic, you will be a significant contributor in the development of control algorithms that supports, legacy, current and future generations of robotic surgical instruments. You will create software solutions that run ona sophisticated real-time embedded platform, using embedded sensor and actuator hardware to deliver high-bandwidth, precise and robust instrument response.In addition, this role will involve engagement with the electromechanical design of surgical instruments at all stages – with a focus on control software requirements development that is compatible with the test,verification,and validation of a safety-critical system.Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:Design feedback control algorithms in MATLAB/Simulink using classical PID control laws. Research advanced control methods and their potential for improving closed-loop system performance.Update/tuneexisting software implementation to support released products.Reduced order modeling of system/subsystem that enables efficient exploration of controller design space.Integrate and test new controller designs on hardwarewith different maturity levels: prototype to released hardware. Contribute to the continuous improvement of verification methods.Partner with the greater software organization, systems engineering, and validation groupsDefine and review software requirements.Act as an independent reviewer ofMATLAB/Simulink modelstoensure that all software meets quality standards.Prepare andparticipatein design reviews.Document orparticipatein the documentation of the software including architecture and design detail, unit testing, anomaly tracking and reports.Must Have:MinimumRequirementsBachelor's Degree with7years ofrelevantexperience, or advanced degree with5years ofrelevantexperience.Nice to HaveProficientinuse of modeling & simulation software (MATLAB/Simulink strongly preferred)Familiarity with multi-body kinematics and dynamics.Experience in designand implementationof position, velocity, and torque feedback controllers.Knowledge of discrete signal processing methods and algorithms.Experience with reducedordermodeling ofmechatronicsystems.Knowledge of techniques used for real-time estimation of uncertain parameters.Experience in implementation of advanced control algorithms,asan example,Optimization basedcontrol methods.Experience with real-time software on microprocessor-based systems and developing software in a Linux environment.Integrating mechanical and electrical hardware and software, particularly in an embedded context.Medical product development process highly desired-regulator processes, safety considerations, hands-on experience with medical/surgical devices/instrumentsExperience with a big company with matrix structures, having already worked with cross functional teams within an internationalenvironment.Fluency in English isrequired(German a plus)Experience in prototype levelC++coding is a plus.Experiencein open-ended,robotics research projectsis a plus.Ability to travel up to once permonthAbout MedtronicTogether, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life.? We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team.Let'swork together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients' lives. Help us shape the future.Benefits & CompensationA commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create.? We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).Learn more about MIP and benefits?here.Theprovidedbase salary range is used nationally (except in certain CA locations).?The rate offered is compliant with federal/local regulations and may vary by experience,?certification/education, market conditions, location, etc.?Physical Job RequirementsThe 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.
