Medical Devices TN Sponsorship Jobs in California
California is one of the largest medical devices markets in the United States, home to major employers like Medtronic, Edwards Lifesciences, Intuitive Surgical, and Stryker across the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego. Canadian and Mexican professionals in engineering, science, and regulatory roles can pursue TN visa sponsorship with California-based device companies actively hiring internationally qualified candidates.
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Applied Medical is a new generation medical device company with a proven business model and commitment to innovation fueled by rapid business growth and expansion. Our company has been developing and manufacturing advanced surgical technologies for over 35 years and has earned a strong reputation for excellence in the healthcare field. Our unique business model, combined with our dedication to delivering the highest quality products, enables team members to contribute in a larger capacity than is possible in typical positions.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Electrical Engineer in Product Development plays a critical role in the design and development of new medical devices and sustaining and improvement of electro-mechanical systems for Applied Medical’s devices. This full-time, on-site position offers hands-on experience in a collaborative environment, where you will work closely with cross-functional teams to advance Applied Medical’s products. You will contribute to electrical research and development, schematic and PCB design, system integration, and qualification activities that ensure high-quality devices and components.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design and develop electrical systems for medical devices, including schematic generation, PCB layouts, and system integration.
- Create and maintain schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
- Perform analog and digital circuit design, including work with high-speed signals, including USB and similar interfaces.
- Support R&D prototyping efforts, including PCB prototyping, testing, troubleshooting, and iteration.
- Manage product development projects from concept through production release.
- Communicate project updates to management and stakeholders.
- Provide engineering support to cross-functional teams (Production, Quality, Regulatory, Clinical, Procurement).
- Perform sustaining engineering, analysis, evaluation, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical systems and components.
- Conduct root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
- Develop and update engineering documents such as manufacturing instructions, schematics, drawings, and test methods.
- Qualify new products, components, and electrical systems.
- Write test protocols and reports, collect and analyze data, and ensure compliance with design control procedures and regulatory standards.
SUCCESS IN THIS ROLE LOOKS LIKE
- Deliver accurate testing and analysis that supports product development and quality standards.
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to meet project timelines and objectives.
- Maintain compliance with safety and quality systems throughout all engineering activities.
- Demonstrate strong ownership of electrical design from concept through release.
- Contribute innovative ideas and solutions that improve system performance and reliability.
- Demonstrate adaptability and initiative in learning new technologies and procedures.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
This position requires the following skills and attributes:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related engineering degree.
- Electronics troubleshooting skills with the ability to use oscilloscopes, signal generators, and other lab equipment.
- Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to effectively communicate hardware and firmware details to team members of all levels.
- Ability to perform individually and in a team environment.
- Ability to understand, analyze, and troubleshoot complex systems.
- Ability to develop innovative solutions to complex systems.
- Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
- Hands-on experience creating prototypes.
PREFERRED
The following skills and attributes are beneficial:
- Ideally 1-3 years of professional engineering experience.
- Experience with analog and digital design.
- Experience with power supply design.
- Experience with microcontrollers, DSPs, FPGAs, and/or CPLDs.
- Experience with Verilog, VHDL, C/C++, and/or assembly.
- Experience working in a regulated environment with exposure to FDA requirements and IEC 60601-1 and 60601-1-2 standards.
- Experience with microcontrollers and embedded systems.
- Hands-on prototyping experience in an R&D environment.
- Experience supporting products through production release and sustaining.
BENEFITS
- Competitive compensation range: $72000 - $90000 / year (California).
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Training and mentorship opportunities.
- On-campus wellness activities.
- Education reimbursement program.
- 401(k) program with discretionary employer match.
- Generous vacation accrual and paid holiday schedule.
Please note that the compensation range may be based on factors such as relevant education, qualifications, experience. The compensation range may be adjusted in the future, and special discretionary bonus or incentive compensation plans may apply.
Our total reward package reflects our commitment to team member growth and well-being, as we invest in your development and offer a range of benefits designed to enhance your career and life.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Applied Medical is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), or sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws in the locations where Applied Medical operates.
INTRODUCTION
Applied Medical is a new generation medical device company with a proven business model and commitment to innovation fueled by rapid business growth and expansion. Our company has been developing and manufacturing advanced surgical technologies for over 35 years and has earned a strong reputation for excellence in the healthcare field. Our unique business model, combined with our dedication to delivering the highest quality products, enables team members to contribute in a larger capacity than is possible in typical positions.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Electrical Engineer in Product Development plays a critical role in the design and development of new medical devices and sustaining and improvement of electro-mechanical systems for Applied Medical’s devices. This full-time, on-site position offers hands-on experience in a collaborative environment, where you will work closely with cross-functional teams to advance Applied Medical’s products. You will contribute to electrical research and development, schematic and PCB design, system integration, and qualification activities that ensure high-quality devices and components.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design and develop electrical systems for medical devices, including schematic generation, PCB layouts, and system integration.
- Create and maintain schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
- Perform analog and digital circuit design, including work with high-speed signals, including USB and similar interfaces.
- Support R&D prototyping efforts, including PCB prototyping, testing, troubleshooting, and iteration.
- Manage product development projects from concept through production release.
- Communicate project updates to management and stakeholders.
- Provide engineering support to cross-functional teams (Production, Quality, Regulatory, Clinical, Procurement).
- Perform sustaining engineering, analysis, evaluation, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical systems and components.
- Conduct root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
- Develop and update engineering documents such as manufacturing instructions, schematics, drawings, and test methods.
- Qualify new products, components, and electrical systems.
- Write test protocols and reports, collect and analyze data, and ensure compliance with design control procedures and regulatory standards.
SUCCESS IN THIS ROLE LOOKS LIKE
- Deliver accurate testing and analysis that supports product development and quality standards.
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to meet project timelines and objectives.
- Maintain compliance with safety and quality systems throughout all engineering activities.
- Demonstrate strong ownership of electrical design from concept through release.
- Contribute innovative ideas and solutions that improve system performance and reliability.
- Demonstrate adaptability and initiative in learning new technologies and procedures.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
This position requires the following skills and attributes:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related engineering degree.
- Electronics troubleshooting skills with the ability to use oscilloscopes, signal generators, and other lab equipment.
- Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to effectively communicate hardware and firmware details to team members of all levels.
- Ability to perform individually and in a team environment.
- Ability to understand, analyze, and troubleshoot complex systems.
- Ability to develop innovative solutions to complex systems.
- Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
- Hands-on experience creating prototypes.
PREFERRED
The following skills and attributes are beneficial:
- Ideally 1-3 years of professional engineering experience.
- Experience with analog and digital design.
- Experience with power supply design.
- Experience with microcontrollers, DSPs, FPGAs, and/or CPLDs.
- Experience with Verilog, VHDL, C/C++, and/or assembly.
- Experience working in a regulated environment with exposure to FDA requirements and IEC 60601-1 and 60601-1-2 standards.
- Experience with microcontrollers and embedded systems.
- Hands-on prototyping experience in an R&D environment.
- Experience supporting products through production release and sustaining.
BENEFITS
- Competitive compensation range: $72000 - $90000 / year (California).
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Training and mentorship opportunities.
- On-campus wellness activities.
- Education reimbursement program.
- 401(k) program with discretionary employer match.
- Generous vacation accrual and paid holiday schedule.
Please note that the compensation range may be based on factors such as relevant education, qualifications, experience. The compensation range may be adjusted in the future, and special discretionary bonus or incentive compensation plans may apply.
Our total reward package reflects our commitment to team member growth and well-being, as we invest in your development and offer a range of benefits designed to enhance your career and life.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Applied Medical is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), or sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws in the locations where Applied Medical operates.
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Search Medical Devices Jobs in CaliforniaMedical Devices TN Sponsorship Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
Which medical devices companies sponsor TN visas in California?
California hosts a concentration of major medical devices employers with documented histories of international hiring, including Medtronic, Edwards Lifesciences, Intuitive Surgical, Boston Scientific, Zimmer Biomet, and Abbott. Smaller contract manufacturers and diagnostics firms in the San Diego and Bay Area corridors also sponsor TN visas, particularly for engineering, regulatory affairs, and quality assurance roles. Sponsorship practices vary by company and role, so researching specific employers matters.
Which cities in California have the most medical devices TN sponsorship jobs?
San Diego is California's most concentrated medical devices hub, with hundreds of device and diagnostics companies clustered in areas like Sorrento Valley and Torrey Pines. The San Francisco Bay Area, particularly Santa Clara and the South Bay, supports a strong mix of surgical robotics and biotech-adjacent device companies. Los Angeles has a smaller but growing devices presence, with activity in aerospace-adjacent medical technology and orthopedics.
What types of medical devices roles typically qualify for TN sponsorship?
TN visa eligibility in medical devices generally covers roles that require a specific bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field. Qualifying positions commonly include biomedical engineer, mechanical engineer, electrical engineer, quality engineer, regulatory affairs specialist, and clinical applications scientist. General management, sales, or roles where no specific degree is required tend not to qualify. The job title alone does not determine eligibility; the actual duties and degree requirement together define qualification.
How do I find medical devices TN sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate is a job board built specifically for TN visa holders and candidates, filtering listings to employers open to TN sponsorship in California's medical devices industry. Rather than sorting through general job boards and guessing at sponsorship willingness, Migrate Mate surfaces roles where TN eligibility is already a consideration. Filtering by California and the medical devices category gives a targeted list of relevant openings in cities like San Diego, Santa Clara, and Los Angeles.
Are there any California-specific considerations for TN sponsorship in medical devices?
California's stringent labor laws and non-compete restrictions can affect employment contract terms, but they do not change federal TN visa requirements. One practical consideration: California device companies in heavily regulated product categories, such as Class III implantables, often require candidates to hold formal credentials from AAPM, ASQ, or RAC, which can strengthen a TN application by reinforcing the specialty occupation requirement. Remote work arrangements within California are permissible under TN status provided the sponsoring employer relationship remains unchanged.