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Biomedical Engineer jobs are open across medical device manufacturing, hospital systems, pharmaceutical companies, and research institutions, from entry-level to senior and principal roles, with specializations in biomechanics, clinical engineering, and regulatory affairs. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Assist in designing and evaluating biomedical devices and systems, supporting innovation and quality in healthcare technologies. Contribute to project development with an emphasis on reliability, safety and compliance. Learn and apply foundational engineering principles to deliver effective solutions for the biomedical field. May perform clinical and preclinical assessments. Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, or related scientific field. Requires basic skill set and proficiency. Conducts work assignments as directed. Closely supervised with little latitude for independent judgment.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
- Development of unmet needs / voice of the customer requirements / design inputs
- Ideation and concept development
- Development of designs / specifications / test methods / processes / manufacturing methods
- Test protocol development, benchtop / in vitro / in vivo testing, and report writing
- Employing analytic methods to evaluate concepts and designs
- Ensuring thorough and compliant design documentation
- Conducting risk analyses per applicable standards
- Conducting biomedical product / process / system / prior art benchmarking
- Developing cost of goods or cost of service models
- Participating in design review meetings
- Support regulatory approval processes and submissions
- Working with cross functional project teams, including physicians, researchers, manufacturers, and other related experts or project partners
- Contributing to new intellectual property via lab notebook documentation, invention disclosures, reduction to practice, and patent application reviews
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:
Biomedical Engineer, I: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master’s (or equivalency) degree.
PREFERENCES
Preferred qualifications:
- Computer-aided design in SolidWorks, Fusion 360 or AutoCAD, through to drawings ready for fabrication.
- Experience with 3D printing, laser cutting, machining, microfluidic device fabrication.
- Hands-on experience prototyping and bench testing laboratory instrumentation.
- Experience building and bench testing electronic circuits for sensors, data acquisition or microcontrollers.
- Experience bringing optics, electronics, fluidics and software together into one working instrument.
- Experience with instrument control, laboratory automation, or scientific data analysis in Python.
- Experience performing risk management to ISO 14971, including hazard identification, risk analysis and verification of risk controls.
- Clear technical writing, demonstrated through reports, protocols or standard operating procedures.
- Experience keeping records and drawings under document control on a team project.
Type Benefited Staff
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS SUMMARY
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.
POSTING SPECIFIC QUESTIONS
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- What is your highest level of completed education?
- None
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate Degree
- How many years of related work experience do you have?
- Less than 6 years
- 6 years or more, but less than 9 years
- 9 years or more, but less than 12 years
- 12 years or more, but less than 15 years
- 15 years or more
APPLICANT DOCUMENTS
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents
- Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Description for More Information – Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) – Veteran Only
- Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Document Description for More Information – Addendum to the University of Utah – Veteran Only
Open Date 09/17/2026
Requisition Number PRN46233B
Job Title Biomedical Engineers
Working Title Biomedical Engineer
Career Progression Track P00
Track Level P1 - Entry Level Pro
FLSA Code Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 00283 - Molecular Pharmaceutics
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $48,000 to $55,000
Close Date 12/15/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
INTRODUCTION
Assist in designing and evaluating biomedical devices and systems, supporting innovation and quality in healthcare technologies. Contribute to project development with an emphasis on reliability, safety and compliance. Learn and apply foundational engineering principles to deliver effective solutions for the biomedical field. May perform clinical and preclinical assessments. Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, or related scientific field. Requires basic skill set and proficiency. Conducts work assignments as directed. Closely supervised with little latitude for independent judgment.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
- Development of unmet needs / voice of the customer requirements / design inputs
- Ideation and concept development
- Development of designs / specifications / test methods / processes / manufacturing methods
- Test protocol development, benchtop / in vitro / in vivo testing, and report writing
- Employing analytic methods to evaluate concepts and designs
- Ensuring thorough and compliant design documentation
- Conducting risk analyses per applicable standards
- Conducting biomedical product / process / system / prior art benchmarking
- Developing cost of goods or cost of service models
- Participating in design review meetings
- Support regulatory approval processes and submissions
- Working with cross functional project teams, including physicians, researchers, manufacturers, and other related experts or project partners
- Contributing to new intellectual property via lab notebook documentation, invention disclosures, reduction to practice, and patent application reviews
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:
Biomedical Engineer, I: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master’s (or equivalency) degree.
PREFERENCES
Preferred qualifications:
- Computer-aided design in SolidWorks, Fusion 360 or AutoCAD, through to drawings ready for fabrication.
- Experience with 3D printing, laser cutting, machining, microfluidic device fabrication.
- Hands-on experience prototyping and bench testing laboratory instrumentation.
- Experience building and bench testing electronic circuits for sensors, data acquisition or microcontrollers.
- Experience bringing optics, electronics, fluidics and software together into one working instrument.
- Experience with instrument control, laboratory automation, or scientific data analysis in Python.
- Experience performing risk management to ISO 14971, including hazard identification, risk analysis and verification of risk controls.
- Clear technical writing, demonstrated through reports, protocols or standard operating procedures.
- Experience keeping records and drawings under document control on a team project.
Type Benefited Staff
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS SUMMARY
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.
POSTING SPECIFIC QUESTIONS
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- What is your highest level of completed education?
- None
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate Degree
- How many years of related work experience do you have?
- Less than 6 years
- 6 years or more, but less than 9 years
- 9 years or more, but less than 12 years
- 12 years or more, but less than 15 years
- 15 years or more
APPLICANT DOCUMENTS
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents
- Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Description for More Information – Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) – Veteran Only
- Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Document Description for More Information – Addendum to the University of Utah – Veteran Only
Open Date 09/17/2026
Requisition Number PRN46233B
Job Title Biomedical Engineers
Working Title Biomedical Engineer
Career Progression Track P00
Track Level P1 - Entry Level Pro
FLSA Code Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 00283 - Molecular Pharmaceutics
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $48,000 to $55,000
Close Date 12/15/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Medical Devices
- Technology & Software
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
- Consumer Goods
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in biomedical engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
- Experience with FDA design controls, 21 CFR Part 820, or ISO 13485 quality systems
- Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks or CATIA for device design and documentation
- Hands-on experience with verification and validation testing protocols for medical devices
- Familiarity with biocompatibility standards, including ISO 10993 for materials evaluation
- Professional Engineer license or EIT certification preferred for senior and regulatory-facing roles
Tips for Your Biomedical Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to the device class
Hiring managers for Class II and Class III medical devices look for different regulatory experience. Call out whether your work involved 510(k) submissions, PMA applications, or De Novo requests so recruiters can place you in the right pipeline immediately.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists biomedical engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight software tools on your resume
SolidWorks, MATLAB, and finite element analysis platforms show up constantly in biomedical engineer postings. List your proficiency level for each tool you use, and include the specific version or suite if the job description names one.
Filter openings by industry vertical
Biomedical engineer roles at a startup making wearables require a very different skill set than roles at a large hospital system managing capital equipment. Narrowing by vertical before you apply keeps your cover letter specific and your interviews sharper.
Prepare for a technical design challenge
Many biomedical engineer interviews include a take-home or whiteboard exercise asking you to walk through a design control process or failure mode analysis. Practice explaining your reasoning out loud, not just the solution, because interviewers are evaluating your methodology.
Negotiate using the job's regulatory scope
Roles requiring FDA design control documentation, ISO 13485 quality system experience, or V&V testing carry more compliance responsibility than titles suggest. Use that scope to anchor your compensation discussion once you have an offer in hand.
Biomedical Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most biomedical engineers?
The companies hiring the most biomedical engineers right now include Brainlab, Kaiser Permanente, and US Department of Veterans Affairs, with the largest share of openings in California, Maryland, and Oregon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is especially concentrated at medical device manufacturers and large integrated health systems.
How many biomedical engineer jobs are remote?
About 22% of biomedical engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, though availability varies significantly by function. Roles focused on software, data analysis, and regulatory writing tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while positions involving lab work, equipment servicing, or clinical site support are almost always on-site.
How do you become a biomedical engineer?
Start by completing a bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering or a related field such as mechanical or electrical engineering. Build hands-on experience through internships, co-ops, or research labs that involve medical devices or life sciences applications. Earning familiarity with FDA regulatory frameworks and quality management systems while still in school makes you significantly more competitive when applying for your first role.
How do you get hired as a biomedical engineer with little experience?
Entry-level biomedical engineer candidates can stand out by pointing to specific project work, capstone designs, or research that involved device prototyping, testing, or regulatory documentation. Many employers hire new graduates into quality engineering or field service roles as an on-ramp. Completing a co-op or internship at a medical device company before graduation is the most reliable way to convert to a full-time offer.
What does the biomedical engineer interview process look like?
Most biomedical engineer interview processes begin with a recruiter screen followed by a technical phone interview covering core engineering principles and domain knowledge. A hiring manager interview then digs into your project experience and problem-solving approach. Many employers add a practical exercise, such as reviewing a design document or walking through a failure analysis, before a final round with cross-functional team members from quality, manufacturing, or clinical affairs.
Where can I find and apply to biomedical engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to biomedical engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your background and specialization, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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