Medical Devices STEM OPT Jobs in Maryland
Maryland's medical devices sector spans the Baltimore metro, Montgomery County's biotech corridor, and federal research hubs near the NIH and FDA campuses in Bethesda and Silver Spring. Companies like Becton Dickinson, Medtronic, and Hologic maintain a presence here, and many actively file STEM OPT extensions for engineering, regulatory affairs, and R&D roles.
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Changing lives. Building Careers.
Joining us is a chance to do important work that creates change and shapes the future of healthcare. Thinking differently is what we do best. To us, change equals opportunity. Every day, our colleagues are challenging what’s possible and making headway to innovate new treatment pathways to advance patient outcomes and set new standards of care.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Manager of Packaging Engineering, this successful individual will take an individual contributor role with packaging projects and possess the ability to perform in fast-paced environment. This individual will be responsible for specifications, documentation, and package testing in support of New Production Introduction (NPI), Sustaining, Packaging Process Development and Continuous Improvement projects.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Directly reports to Manager of Packaging Engineering
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
None.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
- Lead the planning, design, development, and improvement of package systems for sterile and non-sterile medical devices by executing assigned tasks using established requirements and procedures.
- Ensure medical device packaging meets defined requirements for end user functionality, safety, manufacturability, regulatory compliance, sustainability, and business objectives through application and interpretation of applicable standards and processes.
- Define and refine design requirements, performance criteria, and business needs through cross-functional collaboration, leveraging technical expertise and engineering judgment.
- Collaborate with R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Labeling, Operations, and suppliers to drive the design, development, validation, and implementation of package systems across the product lifecycle.
- Lead or contribute significantly to packaging team initiatives focused on best practices, quality improvements, cost effectiveness, and standard work, identifying opportunities for process improvement.
- Apply technical knowledge of packaging materials, processes, and test methods, including design controls, risk management, and validation principles, to support project execution and decision-making.
- Independently execute assigned project tasks with guidance, including documentation, coordination with team members, and execution of defined methodologies, with increasing independence as experience is gained.
- Develop and evaluate packaging concepts using internal and external resources, providing technical direction and recommendations.
- Plan and execute Design of Experiments (DOE) activities, including setup, data collection, and documentation, under direction, to support packaging development and validation efforts.
- Apply statistical methods and engineering judgment to analyze data, establish sample sizes, and support data-driven decisions.
- Support process validation activities with a primary focus on packaging-related inputs, including contributing to OQ and PQ execution as needed.
- Analyze data, identify trends and root causes, and develop conclusions and recommendations based on multiple sources of information.
- Prepare and review technical reports, protocols, and documentation summarizing test results, DOE outcomes, and engineering conclusions.
- Provide guidance to junior engineers and may lead small project teams or workstreams, including training and coordination of assigned tasks.
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and Years of Experience
- Bachelor degree with 5+ years of experience or equivalent education and years of experience
- Master degree with 3+ years of experience or equivalent education and years of experience
- Doctoral degree with 0-2 years of experience or equivalent education and years of experience
Minimum Expected Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of Quality System Regulation (QSR), GMP, Design Controls, and basic Process Validation principles within the medical device industry, along with familiarity with FDA, ISO, ASTM, and ISTA requirements for packaging and labeling, including the ability to apply relevant standards such as ISO 11607 (Parts 1 and 2), ISO 13485, ISO 14971, and FDA 21 CFR Part 820 using established procedures and guidance.
- Solid understanding of packaging materials, structures, components, and related conversion processes, with opportunity to build knowledge through hands-on experience.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, with exposure to GD&T methodologies.
- Ability to manage multiple assigned tasks and priorities with direction, adapting to changing project needs.
- Strong working knowledge and application of statistical analysis methods such as DOE, ANOVA, capability analysis, histograms, and normality testing to support engineering decisions.
- Strong technical writing and documentation skills, with the ability to independently develop clear, accurate protocols, reports, and specifications.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts, risks, and recommendations.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
- Be fully versed in the use of Microsoft Office software and tools (Outlook, Project, PowerPoint, Word, & Excel) and use of statistical tools.
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements listed in this section include, but are not limited to, the motor/physical abilities and skills required of this position in order to successfully undertake the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to empower individuals with disabilities to undertake the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.
While undertaking the essential duties and responsibilities of the position, the employee must repeatedly sit, listen, and speak. The employee is required to go to all areas of the company. The employee may be required to periodically lift and/or move up to 20lbs.
ADVERSE WORKING CONDITIONS
The adverse working conditions listed in this section include, but are not limited to, those environmental conditions to which the employee may be exposed while undertaking the essential duties and responsibilities of the position, which is that of a general plant environment.
SELECTION GUIDELINES
Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.
DISCLAIMER
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
SALARY PAY RANGE:
$81,650.00 - $112,700.00 USD Salary
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by several factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for bonus, commission, equity or other variable compensation. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
ADDITIONAL DESCRIPTION FOR PAY TRANSPARENCY:
Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees and/or eligible dependents are eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance, and savings plan (401(k)).
Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, Employees are eligible for the following Total Rewards | Integra LifeSciences.
Integra LifeSciences is an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of race, marital status, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.
This site is governed solely by applicable U.S. laws and governmental regulations. If you'd like more information on your rights under the law, please see the following notices:
EEO Is the Law | EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans
Integra LifeSciences is committed to provide qualified applicants and employees who are disabled veterans or individuals with disabilities with needed reasonable accommodations in accordance with the ADA. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, please email us at careers@integralife.com.
Unsolicited Agency Submission
Integra LifeSciences does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs/resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. A formal written agreement is required before engaging any agency, and it must be executed and authorized by the Vice President, Talent Acquisition. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions (the initial sharing of a candidate’s name, resume, or background) are position-specific and may only occur within the scope of that approved agreement. Please, no phone calls or emails.
INTRODUCTION
Changing lives. Building Careers.
Joining us is a chance to do important work that creates change and shapes the future of healthcare. Thinking differently is what we do best. To us, change equals opportunity. Every day, our colleagues are challenging what’s possible and making headway to innovate new treatment pathways to advance patient outcomes and set new standards of care.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Manager of Packaging Engineering, this successful individual will take an individual contributor role with packaging projects and possess the ability to perform in fast-paced environment. This individual will be responsible for specifications, documentation, and package testing in support of New Production Introduction (NPI), Sustaining, Packaging Process Development and Continuous Improvement projects.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Directly reports to Manager of Packaging Engineering
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
None.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
- Lead the planning, design, development, and improvement of package systems for sterile and non-sterile medical devices by executing assigned tasks using established requirements and procedures.
- Ensure medical device packaging meets defined requirements for end user functionality, safety, manufacturability, regulatory compliance, sustainability, and business objectives through application and interpretation of applicable standards and processes.
- Define and refine design requirements, performance criteria, and business needs through cross-functional collaboration, leveraging technical expertise and engineering judgment.
- Collaborate with R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Labeling, Operations, and suppliers to drive the design, development, validation, and implementation of package systems across the product lifecycle.
- Lead or contribute significantly to packaging team initiatives focused on best practices, quality improvements, cost effectiveness, and standard work, identifying opportunities for process improvement.
- Apply technical knowledge of packaging materials, processes, and test methods, including design controls, risk management, and validation principles, to support project execution and decision-making.
- Independently execute assigned project tasks with guidance, including documentation, coordination with team members, and execution of defined methodologies, with increasing independence as experience is gained.
- Develop and evaluate packaging concepts using internal and external resources, providing technical direction and recommendations.
- Plan and execute Design of Experiments (DOE) activities, including setup, data collection, and documentation, under direction, to support packaging development and validation efforts.
- Apply statistical methods and engineering judgment to analyze data, establish sample sizes, and support data-driven decisions.
- Support process validation activities with a primary focus on packaging-related inputs, including contributing to OQ and PQ execution as needed.
- Analyze data, identify trends and root causes, and develop conclusions and recommendations based on multiple sources of information.
- Prepare and review technical reports, protocols, and documentation summarizing test results, DOE outcomes, and engineering conclusions.
- Provide guidance to junior engineers and may lead small project teams or workstreams, including training and coordination of assigned tasks.
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and Years of Experience
- Bachelor degree with 5+ years of experience or equivalent education and years of experience
- Master degree with 3+ years of experience or equivalent education and years of experience
- Doctoral degree with 0-2 years of experience or equivalent education and years of experience
Minimum Expected Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of Quality System Regulation (QSR), GMP, Design Controls, and basic Process Validation principles within the medical device industry, along with familiarity with FDA, ISO, ASTM, and ISTA requirements for packaging and labeling, including the ability to apply relevant standards such as ISO 11607 (Parts 1 and 2), ISO 13485, ISO 14971, and FDA 21 CFR Part 820 using established procedures and guidance.
- Solid understanding of packaging materials, structures, components, and related conversion processes, with opportunity to build knowledge through hands-on experience.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, with exposure to GD&T methodologies.
- Ability to manage multiple assigned tasks and priorities with direction, adapting to changing project needs.
- Strong working knowledge and application of statistical analysis methods such as DOE, ANOVA, capability analysis, histograms, and normality testing to support engineering decisions.
- Strong technical writing and documentation skills, with the ability to independently develop clear, accurate protocols, reports, and specifications.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts, risks, and recommendations.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
- Be fully versed in the use of Microsoft Office software and tools (Outlook, Project, PowerPoint, Word, & Excel) and use of statistical tools.
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements listed in this section include, but are not limited to, the motor/physical abilities and skills required of this position in order to successfully undertake the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to empower individuals with disabilities to undertake the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.
While undertaking the essential duties and responsibilities of the position, the employee must repeatedly sit, listen, and speak. The employee is required to go to all areas of the company. The employee may be required to periodically lift and/or move up to 20lbs.
ADVERSE WORKING CONDITIONS
The adverse working conditions listed in this section include, but are not limited to, those environmental conditions to which the employee may be exposed while undertaking the essential duties and responsibilities of the position, which is that of a general plant environment.
SELECTION GUIDELINES
Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.
DISCLAIMER
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
SALARY PAY RANGE:
$81,650.00 - $112,700.00 USD Salary
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by several factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for bonus, commission, equity or other variable compensation. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
ADDITIONAL DESCRIPTION FOR PAY TRANSPARENCY:
Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees and/or eligible dependents are eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance, and savings plan (401(k)).
Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, Employees are eligible for the following Total Rewards | Integra LifeSciences.
Integra LifeSciences is an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of race, marital status, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.
This site is governed solely by applicable U.S. laws and governmental regulations. If you'd like more information on your rights under the law, please see the following notices:
EEO Is the Law | EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans
Integra LifeSciences is committed to provide qualified applicants and employees who are disabled veterans or individuals with disabilities with needed reasonable accommodations in accordance with the ADA. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, please email us at careers@integralife.com.
Unsolicited Agency Submission
Integra LifeSciences does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs/resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. A formal written agreement is required before engaging any agency, and it must be executed and authorized by the Vice President, Talent Acquisition. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions (the initial sharing of a candidate’s name, resume, or background) are position-specific and may only occur within the scope of that approved agreement. Please, no phone calls or emails.
STEM OPT Medical Devices Job Roles in Maryland
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Search Medical Devices Jobs in MarylandMedical Devices STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions
Which medical devices companies sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas in Maryland?
Maryland employers with documented STEM OPT and OPT extension activity in medical devices include Becton Dickinson, Medtronic, Hologic, and smaller contract manufacturers and device consultancies clustered near the FDA headquarters in Silver Spring. Because sponsorship decisions are made at the hiring-manager level, filing history varies by site and department, so confirming directly with each employer's HR team is important before applying.
Which cities in Maryland have the most medical devices F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
The densest concentration of medical devices roles sits in the I-270 corridor, covering Rockville, Gaithersburg, and Bethesda in Montgomery County, where proximity to the FDA and NIH draws device-adjacent employers. Baltimore also has a meaningful cluster tied to Johns Hopkins Medicine and its affiliated commercialization spinouts. Annapolis Junction and the Columbia area in Howard County host a secondary tier of manufacturing and quality-assurance employers.
What types of medical devices roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Roles that commonly satisfy STEM OPT eligibility in medical devices include biomedical engineering, quality assurance and regulatory affairs, software engineering for embedded medical systems, signal processing for diagnostic equipment, and manufacturing process engineering. The position must be directly related to the student's qualifying STEM degree field and must constitute bona fide employment, meaning at least 20 hours per week with a formal employer-employee relationship as required by SEVP guidelines.
How do I find medical devices F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Maryland?
Migrate Mate lets you filter job listings specifically by visa type and state, so you can surface medical devices roles in Maryland where employers have active STEM OPT or OPT extension history. This is more targeted than general job searches because it surfaces employers who have already navigated the E-Verify enrollment and SEVP reporting requirements that STEM OPT demands, reducing guesswork on whether a company can actually onboard an F-1 student.
Are there state-specific or industry-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in Maryland's medical devices sector?
Maryland employers in medical devices are subject to FDA device regulations that can create longer onboarding timelines, meaning job offers sometimes come later in the hiring cycle than in other industries. STEM OPT employers must be enrolled in E-Verify and must submit a formal training plan through the DSO before the extension is authorized by SEVP. Maryland's proximity to FDA district offices also means some roles involve regulatory submissions work that requires security-clearance-adjacent background checks, which can affect hiring timelines for F-1 students.