Medical Devices OPT Jobs in California
California is one of the strongest states for medical devices F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs, with a concentration of employers in the San Diego, Silicon Valley, and Los Angeles corridors. Companies like Becton Dickinson, Edwards Lifesciences, Intuitive Surgical, and Hologic regularly hire international students into engineering, quality, and regulatory roles during OPT.
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B. Braun Medical Inc., a leader in infusion therapy and pain management, develops, manufactures, and markets innovative medical products and services to the healthcare industry. Other key product areas include nutrition, pharmacy admixture and compounding, ostomy and wound care, and dialysis. The company is committed to eliminating preventable treatment errors and enhancing patient, clinician and environmental safety. B. Braun Medical is headquartered in Bethlehem, Pa., and is part of the B. Braun Group of Companies in the U.S., which includes B. Braun Interventional Systems, Aesculap® and CAPS®.
Globally, the B. Braun Group of Companies employs more than 64,000 employees in 64 countries. Guided by its Sharing Expertise® philosophy, B. Braun continuously exchanges knowledge with customers, partners and clinicians to address the critical issues of improving care and lowering costs.
Position Summary
Together with the QC Process Control, Technical Services and Quality Engineering teams, the incumbent of this position will be accountable for the performance of their assigned operational area against shared business objectives such as safety, quality, compliance, and production costs/output. The incumbent will collaborate with peers to manage performance of equipment, systems, and processes; and will work to improve the output, efficiency or quality of the associated manufactured products.
SHIFT: Wed-Sat 6:00am-4:30pm
RESPONSIBILITIES: ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Coordinates the day-to-day activities of a team of production workers to ensure that manufacturing operations run according to established production specifications and schedules, volume, cost and wastage targets or quality standards.
- Monitors the volume and quality of output and adjust tasks, timing, equipment set-up or inputs so that production specifications are met and resources are used efficiently.
- Supervises staff to ensure that all production tasks are performed and all machines and equipment operated safely.
- Trains new workers in the organization's operating procedures and standards.
- Responsible for department safety and training.
- Prepares production reports so that performance problems can be identified and resolved.
The job function listed is not exhaustive and shall also include any responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.
EXPERTISE: KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
- Requires full working knowledge of relevant business practices and procedures in professional field. Uses standard theories, principles and concepts and integrates them to propose a course of action.
- Provides direct or supervision to a group of employees, assigning tasks and checking work at frequent intervals. Accountabilities include work and people scheduling, performance management and recommendations for hiring decisions.
- Judgement is required in resolving all day-to-day problems.
- Contacts are primarily with department supervisors, leads, subordinates, and peers. Occasional contact with external contractors/vendors.
EXPERTISE: QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 4+ years related experience
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here 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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is expected to:
- Light work - Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
Lifting, Carrying, Pushing, Pulling and Reaching:
- Occasionally: Reaching upward and downward, Push/pull
- Frequently: Stand, Sit
Activities:
- Occasionally: Handling, Reaching upward and downward, Seeing - depth perception, color vision, field of vision/peripheral, Sitting
- Frequently: Standing, Talking - ordinary, loud/quick, Walking
Environmental Conditions:
- Occasionally: Proximity to moving parts
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Noise Intensity: Moderate
- Occasionally: Office environment, Warehouse environment
- Frequently: Production/manufacturing environment
SALARY RANGE: $87,000 - $107,000
The targeted range for this role takes into account a range of factors that are considered when making compensation and hiring decisions; included but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The range provided is a reasonable estimate.
B. Braun offers an excellent benefits package, which includes healthcare, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement.
Through its “Sharing Expertise®” initiative, B. Braun promotes best practices for continuous improvement of healthcare products and services.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.
INTRODUCTION
B. Braun Medical Inc., a leader in infusion therapy and pain management, develops, manufactures, and markets innovative medical products and services to the healthcare industry. Other key product areas include nutrition, pharmacy admixture and compounding, ostomy and wound care, and dialysis. The company is committed to eliminating preventable treatment errors and enhancing patient, clinician and environmental safety. B. Braun Medical is headquartered in Bethlehem, Pa., and is part of the B. Braun Group of Companies in the U.S., which includes B. Braun Interventional Systems, Aesculap® and CAPS®.
Globally, the B. Braun Group of Companies employs more than 64,000 employees in 64 countries. Guided by its Sharing Expertise® philosophy, B. Braun continuously exchanges knowledge with customers, partners and clinicians to address the critical issues of improving care and lowering costs.
Position Summary
Together with the QC Process Control, Technical Services and Quality Engineering teams, the incumbent of this position will be accountable for the performance of their assigned operational area against shared business objectives such as safety, quality, compliance, and production costs/output. The incumbent will collaborate with peers to manage performance of equipment, systems, and processes; and will work to improve the output, efficiency or quality of the associated manufactured products.
SHIFT: Wed-Sat 6:00am-4:30pm
RESPONSIBILITIES: ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Coordinates the day-to-day activities of a team of production workers to ensure that manufacturing operations run according to established production specifications and schedules, volume, cost and wastage targets or quality standards.
- Monitors the volume and quality of output and adjust tasks, timing, equipment set-up or inputs so that production specifications are met and resources are used efficiently.
- Supervises staff to ensure that all production tasks are performed and all machines and equipment operated safely.
- Trains new workers in the organization's operating procedures and standards.
- Responsible for department safety and training.
- Prepares production reports so that performance problems can be identified and resolved.
The job function listed is not exhaustive and shall also include any responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.
EXPERTISE: KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
- Requires full working knowledge of relevant business practices and procedures in professional field. Uses standard theories, principles and concepts and integrates them to propose a course of action.
- Provides direct or supervision to a group of employees, assigning tasks and checking work at frequent intervals. Accountabilities include work and people scheduling, performance management and recommendations for hiring decisions.
- Judgement is required in resolving all day-to-day problems.
- Contacts are primarily with department supervisors, leads, subordinates, and peers. Occasional contact with external contractors/vendors.
EXPERTISE: QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 4+ years related experience
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here 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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is expected to:
- Light work - Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
Lifting, Carrying, Pushing, Pulling and Reaching:
- Occasionally: Reaching upward and downward, Push/pull
- Frequently: Stand, Sit
Activities:
- Occasionally: Handling, Reaching upward and downward, Seeing - depth perception, color vision, field of vision/peripheral, Sitting
- Frequently: Standing, Talking - ordinary, loud/quick, Walking
Environmental Conditions:
- Occasionally: Proximity to moving parts
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Noise Intensity: Moderate
- Occasionally: Office environment, Warehouse environment
- Frequently: Production/manufacturing environment
SALARY RANGE: $87,000 - $107,000
The targeted range for this role takes into account a range of factors that are considered when making compensation and hiring decisions; included but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The range provided is a reasonable estimate.
B. Braun offers an excellent benefits package, which includes healthcare, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement.
Through its “Sharing Expertise®” initiative, B. Braun promotes best practices for continuous improvement of healthcare products and services.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.
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Search Medical Devices Jobs in CaliforniaMedical Devices OPT Sponsorship Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
Which medical devices companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in California?
California hosts a significant number of medical devices companies with established international hiring patterns, including Intuitive Surgical in Sunnyvale, Edwards Lifesciences in Irvine, Hologic in San Diego, Becton Dickinson across multiple California sites, and Penumbra in Alameda. Larger firms with dedicated HR infrastructure and prior OPT sponsorship history tend to be more prepared to support F-1 students than smaller startups.
Which cities in California have the most medical devices F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
San Diego has the highest concentration of medical devices employers in California, with a dense cluster of companies in the Sorrento Valley and Torrey Pines areas. The San Francisco Bay Area, particularly Sunnyvale and Santa Clara, is strong for device-adjacent roles in robotics and diagnostics. Irvine and Los Angeles also have active medical devices hiring, especially in cardiovascular and orthopedic segments.
What types of medical devices roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles that directly align with a STEM degree field are the most common fit for F-1 OPT in medical devices. These include quality engineering, regulatory affairs, mechanical and electrical engineering, software engineering for embedded or connected devices, manufacturing process engineering, and research and development. Positions in clinical affairs or technical sales may also qualify depending on the degree field listed on the student's I-20.
How do I find medical devices F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students searching for F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs, including medical devices roles in California. You can filter by visa type, industry, and state to see companies that have sponsored international candidates in this field. Focusing on employers with a documented history of OPT sponsorship in California's medical devices sector significantly narrows down where to apply.
Are there any California-specific or industry-specific considerations for F-1 OPT in medical devices?
California's medical devices industry is heavily regulated at both the federal and state level, meaning employers often require candidates to have direct STEM training relevant to FDA-regulated product development. For STEM OPT extension eligibility, the role must be directly related to the student's degree program. Students with biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, or bioengineering degrees are generally well-positioned, given how closely those fields map to typical California medical devices job requirements.