STEM OPT Biomedical Engineer Jobs
Biomedical Engineer roles in medical devices, diagnostics, and research are among the strongest fits for F-1 students on STEM OPT. Your 24-month extension applies when your employer is enrolled in E-Verify, and degrees in biomedical, electrical, or mechanical engineering typically satisfy STEM eligibility requirements.
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Location: New York, NY
Salary: $83,800.00 - $134,000.00 USD Annual
About us:
The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center seeks Biomedical Engineer in New York, NY to be responsible for installation, upgrades, inspection, and testing of highly complex medical equipment including diagnostic, therapeutic, imaging, and/or treatment equipment. Maintain complex medical equipment computers and network systems. Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) on medical device incidents. Diagnose and calibrate medical systems. Work collaboratively with engineers, clinicians and research staff. Perform device location services and medical device inspection rounds. Maintain assigned equipment/hardware. Maintain knowledge of relevant safety codes and standards. Contact vendors for technical information, parts and service calls, and document all service work (time, costs and work performed) in Biomed database (CMMS). Assist with special projects, assignments, and preparation for regulatory surveys. Participate in evaluation of medical devices. Assist in development and preparation of maintenance, calibration, and test procedures, and modify changes to procedures to enhance safety. Log all aspects of medical devices into computer database. Instruct employees on how to remove non-functional equipment from database. Initiate engineering/design projects. Perform computational/analytical engineering analysis. Contribute to scientific research. Implement equipment modification to enhance patient safety. Perform lifecycle management of advanced imaging and/or radiotherapy devices. Train/mentor junior engineers. Lead design and development projects for team (no direct reports). Contribute to engineering section’s operational planning. Review, edit and approve engineering designs/documentation. Determine strategies to manage financial needs. Develop routine managerial reports on departmental activities. EEO/VETS/ADA.
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering Physics, or a closely related scientific field and 4 years of experience in the job offered or a related role in healthcare/pharmaceutical industry. Employer will also accept a Master’s degree or equivalent in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering Physics, or a closely related scientific field and 2 years of experience in the job offered or a related role in healthcare/pharmaceutical industry. Requires 2 years of experience in all of the following:
- Service and maintenance of medical linear accelerators;
- Troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining linear accelerators;
- Radiation therapy equipment (e.g., CT simulators, treatment planning systems);
- Linear accelerator systems, including hardware and software components;
- Diagnostics and troubleshooting techniques for complex medical devices;
- Software diagnostics and updates;
- Electronic and electro-mechanical engineering, testing equipment used for verification/checkout, and calibration of electronic equipment;
- Technical documentation, including service manuals, schematics, and machine generated event logs;
- Electronic circuits, including schematics, component functionality, signal tracing and troubleshooting techniques;
- Specialized training certification on at least one linear accelerator brands/models (e.g., Varian, Elekta, Siemens).
SALARY: $124,000.00 - $204,700.00/year
LOCATION: 1275 York Avenue, New York, NY 10065
Apply for the Biomedical Engineer position at https://careers.mskcc.org.
LI-DNI
Pay Range: $83,800.00 - $134,000.00
FSLA Status: Exempt
Closing:
At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.
MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
Application Process
- Step 1: Complete an Online Application
- Step 2: Interview Process
- Step 3: Provide References
- Step 4: Extension of Job Offer
- Step 5: Onboarding
- Step 6: New Employee Orientation
Department: Facilities
Location: New York, NY
Salary: $83,800.00 - $134,000.00 USD Annual
About us:
The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center seeks Biomedical Engineer in New York, NY to be responsible for installation, upgrades, inspection, and testing of highly complex medical equipment including diagnostic, therapeutic, imaging, and/or treatment equipment. Maintain complex medical equipment computers and network systems. Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) on medical device incidents. Diagnose and calibrate medical systems. Work collaboratively with engineers, clinicians and research staff. Perform device location services and medical device inspection rounds. Maintain assigned equipment/hardware. Maintain knowledge of relevant safety codes and standards. Contact vendors for technical information, parts and service calls, and document all service work (time, costs and work performed) in Biomed database (CMMS). Assist with special projects, assignments, and preparation for regulatory surveys. Participate in evaluation of medical devices. Assist in development and preparation of maintenance, calibration, and test procedures, and modify changes to procedures to enhance safety. Log all aspects of medical devices into computer database. Instruct employees on how to remove non-functional equipment from database. Initiate engineering/design projects. Perform computational/analytical engineering analysis. Contribute to scientific research. Implement equipment modification to enhance patient safety. Perform lifecycle management of advanced imaging and/or radiotherapy devices. Train/mentor junior engineers. Lead design and development projects for team (no direct reports). Contribute to engineering section’s operational planning. Review, edit and approve engineering designs/documentation. Determine strategies to manage financial needs. Develop routine managerial reports on departmental activities. EEO/VETS/ADA.
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering Physics, or a closely related scientific field and 4 years of experience in the job offered or a related role in healthcare/pharmaceutical industry. Employer will also accept a Master’s degree or equivalent in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering Physics, or a closely related scientific field and 2 years of experience in the job offered or a related role in healthcare/pharmaceutical industry. Requires 2 years of experience in all of the following:
- Service and maintenance of medical linear accelerators;
- Troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining linear accelerators;
- Radiation therapy equipment (e.g., CT simulators, treatment planning systems);
- Linear accelerator systems, including hardware and software components;
- Diagnostics and troubleshooting techniques for complex medical devices;
- Software diagnostics and updates;
- Electronic and electro-mechanical engineering, testing equipment used for verification/checkout, and calibration of electronic equipment;
- Technical documentation, including service manuals, schematics, and machine generated event logs;
- Electronic circuits, including schematics, component functionality, signal tracing and troubleshooting techniques;
- Specialized training certification on at least one linear accelerator brands/models (e.g., Varian, Elekta, Siemens).
SALARY: $124,000.00 - $204,700.00/year
LOCATION: 1275 York Avenue, New York, NY 10065
Apply for the Biomedical Engineer position at https://careers.mskcc.org.
LI-DNI
Pay Range: $83,800.00 - $134,000.00
FSLA Status: Exempt
Closing:
At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.
MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
Application Process
- Step 1: Complete an Online Application
- Step 2: Interview Process
- Step 3: Provide References
- Step 4: Extension of Job Offer
- Step 5: Onboarding
- Step 6: New Employee Orientation
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Biomedical Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code determines STEM OPT eligibility. Biomedical Engineering typically falls under CIP 14.0501, but your DSO confirms the exact code on your I-20 before you file the extension with USCIS.
Target employers already enrolled in E-Verify
Your STEM OPT extension is only valid at E-Verify-enrolled employers. Search the E-Verify employer search tool to confirm enrollment before accepting an offer, not after, to avoid gaps in your work authorization.
Document your training plan with precision
The I-983 training plan must tie your biomedical engineering duties directly to your degree field. Generic job descriptions get rejected. List specific skills like finite element analysis, device validation protocols, or FDA regulatory submissions that connect your role to your coursework.
Use Migrate Mate to filter biomedical engineering roles
Searching broadly wastes time on employers who won't hire OPT students. Migrate Mate filters biomedical engineer openings by E-Verify enrollment status so you're only applying to employers who can legally extend your authorization.
Check prevailing wage requirements before negotiating
Employers must pay the DOL prevailing wage for your occupation and location. Run your job title and metro area through the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation so you can negotiate from an informed position and flag any underpayment early.
Submit your extension application 90 days early
File your STEM OPT extension request with USCIS no earlier than 90 days before your initial OPT expires. Late or early filing can invalidate the application, and USCIS processing times don't adjust for delays on your end.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my biomedical engineering degree qualify me for the STEM OPT extension?
Biomedical Engineering degrees typically qualify because the field appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List under CIP code 14.0501. Your DSO verifies the exact CIP code on your I-20. Adjacent degrees like electrical engineering with a biomedical focus or mechanical engineering may also qualify depending on how your program was classified. Confirm with your DSO before assuming eligibility.
What E-Verify requirement applies to my STEM OPT employer?
Your employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify at the specific worksite where you'll be employed, not just at the company level. If you're placed at a client site through a staffing arrangement, the end client must also be E-Verify enrolled. Verify enrollment through the E-Verify employer search before signing your offer letter, since enrollment cannot be completed retroactively for your start date.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a biomedical engineer role?
The I-983 must describe how your specific job duties relate to your biomedical engineering degree. For device roles, this means listing tasks like design verification testing, biocompatibility assessments, or regulatory submissions under FDA 21 CFR Part 820. Generic descriptions like 'engineering work' are insufficient. Your employer signs the form and both parties keep a copy on file for the duration of your OPT period.
Can my STEM OPT authorization bridge me to an H-1B if I'm selected in the lottery?
Yes. The cap-gap rule extends your OPT work authorization automatically if your H-1B visa petition is filed before your OPT expires and you're selected in the lottery. Your authorization continues through September 30 of the fiscal year your H-1B takes effect. You can continue working in your biomedical engineer role during this period without interruption, provided your employer maintains E-Verify enrollment throughout.
How do I find biomedical engineer jobs at E-Verify employers?
Migrate Mate lists biomedical engineer roles filtered by E-Verify enrollment status, so you're not wasting applications on employers who can't support your STEM OPT extension. You can also cross-reference O*NET for the SOC code 17-2031 to understand which employers in medical devices, pharma, and healthcare technology typically hire for this role, then verify E-Verify status before applying.