Medical Devices F-1 STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Connecticut
Connecticut's medical devices sector spans employers like Medtronic, Teleflex, and Masimo subsidiaries across Hamden, Milford, and the Hartford corridor, creating F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship openings in biomedical engineering, regulatory affairs, and quality systems. STEM OPT's 24-month extension makes candidates competitive for the longer product development cycles typical of Connecticut device manufacturers.
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At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.
A Day in the Life
At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. In-person exchanges are invaluable to our work. This role is onsite 5 days per week in North Haven, CT.
The Service Operations Engineer I (Robotics) supports the pre‑delivery inspection (PDI), configuration, testing, and readiness of robotic surgical systems prior to customer delivery. This is a highly hands‑on, onsite role focused on real equipment, real problems, and real‑time troubleshooting—not desk‑based design work.
This role is ideal for early‑career engineers who enjoy the physical aspect of preparing hardware for delivery, learning systems deeply, and contributing directly to product readiness.
What to Expect in This Role
- Majority of time spent hands‑on in the lab or warehouse environment
- Frequent movement of systems using carts, lifts, and elevators
- Highly variable workdays — you may not do the same task two days in a row
- Strong team culture with a shared “pitch‑in” mindset
Key Responsibilities
- Perform pre‑delivery inspection (PDI) activities on robotic systems, including setup, configuration, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation.
- Actively perform uncrating, movement, setup, and re‑crating of large medical devices in collaboration with warehouse and logistics teams.
- Diagnose system issues, replace components, and coordinate ordering of replacement parts as needed.
- Execute and close work orders, travelers, and inspection documentation using SAP and internal systems.
- Modify existing procedures or develop new work instructions when defined processes do not yet exist.
- Support post‑manufacturing updates such as hardware changes, part swaps, or software updates required for launch or customer‑specific needs.
- Inspect system and equipment performance; investigate issues and initiate corrective actions to ensure product quality.
- Provide engineering judgment when work instructions are incomplete or unavailable.
- Collaborate closely with service engineers, warehouse teams, and cross‑functional partners to meet delivery timelines.
- Maintain compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
- Adapt to changing priorities and support urgent requests in a service‑driven environment.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Mechanical, Biomedical, Electrical, or related)
Physical Requirements
- Regular standing, walking, bending, and working on equipment
- Team‑based maneuvering of large systems using carts and lifts
- Ability to work across lab and warehouse settings
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Internship, co‑op, or lab experience involving hands‑on technical work
- Exposure to robotics, electromechanical systems, medical devices, or service engineering
- Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to document work clearly and follow quality procedures
- SAP Experience
- Experience working from or helping develop work instructions
- Demonstrated flexibility and comfort operating in a fast‑changing environment
For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.
Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
The 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. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship
At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.
Join us in our mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life—where your unique background and perspective are valued.
Benefits & Compensation
Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A 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.
Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD): $68,000.00 - $102,000.00
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).
The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week:
- Health, Dental and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
- Life insurance, Long-term disability leave
- Dependent daycare spending account
- Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and
- Simple Steps (global well-being program).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees:
- Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
- Short-term disability
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and
- Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.
Further details are available at the link below:
Medtronic benefits and compensation plans
ABOUT MEDTRONIC
We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people. We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.
It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
INTRODUCTION
At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.
A Day in the Life
At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. In-person exchanges are invaluable to our work. This role is onsite 5 days per week in North Haven, CT.
The Service Operations Engineer I (Robotics) supports the pre‑delivery inspection (PDI), configuration, testing, and readiness of robotic surgical systems prior to customer delivery. This is a highly hands‑on, onsite role focused on real equipment, real problems, and real‑time troubleshooting—not desk‑based design work.
This role is ideal for early‑career engineers who enjoy the physical aspect of preparing hardware for delivery, learning systems deeply, and contributing directly to product readiness.
What to Expect in This Role
- Majority of time spent hands‑on in the lab or warehouse environment
- Frequent movement of systems using carts, lifts, and elevators
- Highly variable workdays — you may not do the same task two days in a row
- Strong team culture with a shared “pitch‑in” mindset
Key Responsibilities
- Perform pre‑delivery inspection (PDI) activities on robotic systems, including setup, configuration, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation.
- Actively perform uncrating, movement, setup, and re‑crating of large medical devices in collaboration with warehouse and logistics teams.
- Diagnose system issues, replace components, and coordinate ordering of replacement parts as needed.
- Execute and close work orders, travelers, and inspection documentation using SAP and internal systems.
- Modify existing procedures or develop new work instructions when defined processes do not yet exist.
- Support post‑manufacturing updates such as hardware changes, part swaps, or software updates required for launch or customer‑specific needs.
- Inspect system and equipment performance; investigate issues and initiate corrective actions to ensure product quality.
- Provide engineering judgment when work instructions are incomplete or unavailable.
- Collaborate closely with service engineers, warehouse teams, and cross‑functional partners to meet delivery timelines.
- Maintain compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
- Adapt to changing priorities and support urgent requests in a service‑driven environment.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Mechanical, Biomedical, Electrical, or related)
Physical Requirements
- Regular standing, walking, bending, and working on equipment
- Team‑based maneuvering of large systems using carts and lifts
- Ability to work across lab and warehouse settings
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Internship, co‑op, or lab experience involving hands‑on technical work
- Exposure to robotics, electromechanical systems, medical devices, or service engineering
- Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to document work clearly and follow quality procedures
- SAP Experience
- Experience working from or helping develop work instructions
- Demonstrated flexibility and comfort operating in a fast‑changing environment
For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.
Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
The 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. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship
At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.
Join us in our mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life—where your unique background and perspective are valued.
Benefits & Compensation
Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A 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.
Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD): $68,000.00 - $102,000.00
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).
The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week:
- Health, Dental and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
- Life insurance, Long-term disability leave
- Dependent daycare spending account
- Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and
- Simple Steps (global well-being program).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees:
- Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
- Short-term disability
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and
- Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.
Further details are available at the link below:
Medtronic benefits and compensation plans
ABOUT MEDTRONIC
We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people. We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.
It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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Search Medical Devices Jobs in ConnecticutMedical Devices Jobs in Connecticut: Frequently Asked Questions
Which medical devices companies in Connecticut have sponsored F-1 STEM OPT workers?
Connecticut hosts established device manufacturers and contract research organizations that have filed Labor Condition Applications for STEM-eligible roles. Companies with operations in Milford, Hamden, and the Greater Hartford area, including divisions of larger medtech corporations, appear in OFLC disclosure data as recurring sponsors. Checking OFLC LCA records by employer name and state gives the most accurate picture of recent sponsorship activity in Connecticut medical devices.
Which Connecticut cities have the most medical devices F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
The strongest concentrations of medical devices employment in Connecticut are in the Greater Hartford area, the New Haven metro including Milford and Hamden, and Fairfield County. Hartford's proximity to UConn Health and a network of device suppliers supports engineering and quality roles. New Haven benefits from Yale's research ecosystem, drawing biomedical and regulatory positions that frequently appear in F-1 STEM OPT-eligible job postings.
What types of medical devices roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in Connecticut?
Roles that qualify must fall under a STEM-designated Classification of Instructional Programs code tied to the student's degree. In Connecticut medical devices, positions in biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, quality systems, regulatory affairs with a technical degree, manufacturing engineering, and research and development consistently align with eligible CIP codes. Roles in purely commercial functions, sales, marketing, or non-technical operations, typically do not qualify without a direct technical degree match.
How do I find medical devices F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Connecticut?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by visa type and industry, so you can search specifically for medical devices roles in Connecticut where employers have active F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship history. Beyond job boards, cross-referencing OFLC LCA disclosure data for Connecticut-based device companies helps identify which employers have formally sponsored STEM OPT workers in recent years, giving you a verified shortlist before you apply.
Are there Connecticut-specific or medical devices industry considerations that affect F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Connecticut medical devices employers in FDA-regulated segments often require E-Verify enrollment, which is a federal prerequisite for STEM OPT sponsorship. The state's concentration of Class II and Class III device manufacturers means quality and regulatory roles may require security clearance screening or background checks that can extend onboarding timelines. Students should confirm an employer's E-Verify status and understand that STEM OPT reporting obligations, including the formal training plan and employer attestation, apply from day one of employment.