Medical Devices F-1 STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Minnesota
Minnesota is one of the top states for medical devices careers, home to Medtronic, Boston Scientific, Abbott, and hundreds of smaller device manufacturers concentrated in the Twin Cities metro. F-1 students on STEM OPT can find strong sponsorship opportunities in engineering, regulatory affairs, and research roles across Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the surrounding suburbs.
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Get Access To All JobsDate: May 4, 2026
Location: Maple Grove, MN, US
Company: Teleflex
Expected Travel: Up to 25%
Requisition ID: 13769
About Teleflex Incorporated
As a global provider of medical technologies, Teleflex is driven by our purpose to improve the health and quality of people’s lives. Through our vision to become the most trusted partner in healthcare, we offer a diverse portfolio with solutions in the therapy areas of anesthesia, emergency medicine, interventional cardiology and radiology, surgical, vascular access, and urology. We believe that the potential of great people, purpose-driven innovation, and world-class products can shape the future direction of healthcare.
Teleflex is the home of Arrow™, Barrigel™, Deknatel™, LMA™, Pilling™, QuikClot™, Rüsch™, UroLift™ and Weck™ – trusted brands united by a common sense of purpose.
At Teleflex, we are empowering the future of healthcare. For more information, please visit teleflex.com.
Interventional
The Interventional business unit at Teleflex offers innovative medical devices that are used to diagnose and treat coronary and peripheral vascular diseases. We place a strategic emphasis on complex coronary and peripheral interventions, vascular access, bone access, specialty biologic treatments and cardiac assist. Our current Interventional products include a broad range of clinically relevant solutions, such as our GuideLiner™ and Turnpike™ Catheters, Ringer™ Perfusion Balloon Catheter, AC3 Optimus™ and AC3 Range™ Intra-Aortic Balloon Pumps and the OnControl™ Powered Bone Access System. Teleflex’s product portfolio now also includes Passeo™-18 Lux™ Peripheral Drug-Coated Balloon Catheter, Pantera™ Lux™ Drug-Coated Balloon Catheter, Orsiro™ Mission™ Drug-Eluting Stent, the PK Papyrus™ Covered Coronary Stent, and more. With a strong R&D footprint and pipeline, our fast-growing Interventional business unit is poised to continue the development of new technologies to serve critically ill patients for years to come. Join a dynamic, growing team that offers healthcare providers an array of medical technology solutions that make a difference in patients’ lives.
Position Summary
Collaborate with Design Development, Product, and Manufacturing Engineers to define the design and processes for new products that meet the clinical needs.
Principal Responsibilities
- Specify, design, characterize, optimize, and implement manufacturing processes that are capable of meeting design, quality, productivity, and cost requirements.
- Investigate and troubleshoot process issues, determine causes, and implement solutions.
- Develop and implement easy-to-follow work instructions to produce products that meet requirements.
- Establish project timelines, track progress, manage to the schedule, and communicate project status to management and the project leader.
- Generate product development process documentation (e.g., PFMEAs, characterization studies, protocols, reports, MPs, Design Transfer reports, etc.).
- Plan, coordinate, and execute process validations. Transfer validated processes and equipment into production for commercial manufacturing.
- Coordinate with production to produce initial finished goods inventory for new product launches.
- Perform test data analysis.
- Conduct risk analysis, failure analysis, and root cause investigations and report the results.
- Coordinate and execute product development builds.
- Build partnerships and collaborate with others to meet shared objectives.
- Work effectively in a diverse group, respect different ideas, perspectives, and values.
Education / Experience Requirements
- BA/BS in Engineering or physical sciences required
- Minimum of 2+ years of relevant experience
Specialized Skills / Other Requirements
- Experience with design and process risk management documents (DFMEA/PFMEA).
- Understands various manufacturing and/or assembly processes.
- A knack for independent problem-solving of mechanical and/or electrical systems.
- Persistent in achieving success.
- Experience using Minitab to perform data analysis.
- Demonstrated project management skills and ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
TRAVEL REQUIRED: up to 25%
The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $79,400 - $119,100; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will also include benefits such as medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, participation in a 401(k) savings plan, and various paid time off benefits, such as PTO, short- and long-term disability, and parental leave, dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
If hired, the employee will be in an “at-will position,” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
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At Teleflex, we follow a comprehensive hiring process. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agency recruiters or 3rd party firms. We do not make unsolicited job offers. We do not ask for money or require equipment purchase up-front.
Teleflex Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status. If you require accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at: 877-880-8588 or Talent@Teleflex.com.
Teleflex, the Teleflex logo, Arrow™, Barrigel™, Deknatel™, LMA™, Pilling™, QuikClot™, Rüsch™, UroLift™ and Weck™ are trademarks or registered trademarks of Teleflex Incorporated or its affiliates, in the U.S. and/or other countries.
© 2026 Teleflex Incorporated. All rights reserved.
Date: May 4, 2026
Location: Maple Grove, MN, US
Company: Teleflex
Expected Travel: Up to 25%
Requisition ID: 13769
About Teleflex Incorporated
As a global provider of medical technologies, Teleflex is driven by our purpose to improve the health and quality of people’s lives. Through our vision to become the most trusted partner in healthcare, we offer a diverse portfolio with solutions in the therapy areas of anesthesia, emergency medicine, interventional cardiology and radiology, surgical, vascular access, and urology. We believe that the potential of great people, purpose-driven innovation, and world-class products can shape the future direction of healthcare.
Teleflex is the home of Arrow™, Barrigel™, Deknatel™, LMA™, Pilling™, QuikClot™, Rüsch™, UroLift™ and Weck™ – trusted brands united by a common sense of purpose.
At Teleflex, we are empowering the future of healthcare. For more information, please visit teleflex.com.
Interventional
The Interventional business unit at Teleflex offers innovative medical devices that are used to diagnose and treat coronary and peripheral vascular diseases. We place a strategic emphasis on complex coronary and peripheral interventions, vascular access, bone access, specialty biologic treatments and cardiac assist. Our current Interventional products include a broad range of clinically relevant solutions, such as our GuideLiner™ and Turnpike™ Catheters, Ringer™ Perfusion Balloon Catheter, AC3 Optimus™ and AC3 Range™ Intra-Aortic Balloon Pumps and the OnControl™ Powered Bone Access System. Teleflex’s product portfolio now also includes Passeo™-18 Lux™ Peripheral Drug-Coated Balloon Catheter, Pantera™ Lux™ Drug-Coated Balloon Catheter, Orsiro™ Mission™ Drug-Eluting Stent, the PK Papyrus™ Covered Coronary Stent, and more. With a strong R&D footprint and pipeline, our fast-growing Interventional business unit is poised to continue the development of new technologies to serve critically ill patients for years to come. Join a dynamic, growing team that offers healthcare providers an array of medical technology solutions that make a difference in patients’ lives.
Position Summary
Collaborate with Design Development, Product, and Manufacturing Engineers to define the design and processes for new products that meet the clinical needs.
Principal Responsibilities
- Specify, design, characterize, optimize, and implement manufacturing processes that are capable of meeting design, quality, productivity, and cost requirements.
- Investigate and troubleshoot process issues, determine causes, and implement solutions.
- Develop and implement easy-to-follow work instructions to produce products that meet requirements.
- Establish project timelines, track progress, manage to the schedule, and communicate project status to management and the project leader.
- Generate product development process documentation (e.g., PFMEAs, characterization studies, protocols, reports, MPs, Design Transfer reports, etc.).
- Plan, coordinate, and execute process validations. Transfer validated processes and equipment into production for commercial manufacturing.
- Coordinate with production to produce initial finished goods inventory for new product launches.
- Perform test data analysis.
- Conduct risk analysis, failure analysis, and root cause investigations and report the results.
- Coordinate and execute product development builds.
- Build partnerships and collaborate with others to meet shared objectives.
- Work effectively in a diverse group, respect different ideas, perspectives, and values.
Education / Experience Requirements
- BA/BS in Engineering or physical sciences required
- Minimum of 2+ years of relevant experience
Specialized Skills / Other Requirements
- Experience with design and process risk management documents (DFMEA/PFMEA).
- Understands various manufacturing and/or assembly processes.
- A knack for independent problem-solving of mechanical and/or electrical systems.
- Persistent in achieving success.
- Experience using Minitab to perform data analysis.
- Demonstrated project management skills and ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
TRAVEL REQUIRED: up to 25%
The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $79,400 - $119,100; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will also include benefits such as medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, participation in a 401(k) savings plan, and various paid time off benefits, such as PTO, short- and long-term disability, and parental leave, dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
If hired, the employee will be in an “at-will position,” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
LI-LM1
At Teleflex, we follow a comprehensive hiring process. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agency recruiters or 3rd party firms. We do not make unsolicited job offers. We do not ask for money or require equipment purchase up-front.
Teleflex Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status. If you require accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at: 877-880-8588 or Talent@Teleflex.com.
Teleflex, the Teleflex logo, Arrow™, Barrigel™, Deknatel™, LMA™, Pilling™, QuikClot™, Rüsch™, UroLift™ and Weck™ are trademarks or registered trademarks of Teleflex Incorporated or its affiliates, in the U.S. and/or other countries.
© 2026 Teleflex Incorporated. All rights reserved.
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Which medical devices companies sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas in Minnesota?
Minnesota's medical devices industry is anchored by global employers with established sponsorship programs, including Medtronic, Boston Scientific, Abbott, Inspire Medical Systems, and Cardiovascular Systems. These companies regularly hire F-1 STEM OPT holders in engineering, quality, and R&D roles. Smaller contract manufacturers and device startups in the Twin Cities metro also sponsor, though their programs vary by role and headcount.
Which cities in Minnesota have the most medical devices F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
The Twin Cities metro accounts for the large majority of Minnesota's medical devices sponsorship jobs. Fridley and Arden Hills host major Medtronic and Boston Scientific campuses, while Maple Grove, Minnetonka, and Plymouth have significant device employer presence. Minneapolis and St. Paul also have device company offices and research facilities. Smaller clusters exist in Rochester, where medical technology intersects with the Mayo Clinic ecosystem.
What types of medical devices roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Roles that qualify for STEM OPT in medical devices typically include biomedical engineering, electrical and mechanical engineering, software engineering for embedded systems or device software, regulatory affairs, quality engineering, manufacturing engineering, and R&D scientist positions. These roles generally require a directly related STEM degree. Positions in sales, marketing, or general operations are less likely to qualify, as USCIS requires the role to utilize the STEM field of the degree.
How do I find medical devices F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Minnesota?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 STEM OPT job seekers and filters for employers with verified sponsorship history in medical devices in Minnesota, so you're not guessing which companies actually file. You can search by role type, city, and sponsorship track record to focus your applications. Supplement your search by reviewing employer LCA filings through OFLC to confirm a company's recent sponsorship activity in your target occupation.
Are there state-specific or industry-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in Minnesota's medical devices sector?
Minnesota's medical devices employers are heavily regulated by the FDA, which means many open roles require U.S. work authorization rather than a sponsorship pathway still in progress. Some roles with defense or government contracts may also carry citizenship or permanent residency requirements. F-1 STEM OPT holders should confirm authorization requirements before applying. Minnesota's device industry also values professional credentials, so aligning your STEM degree field with the specific device engineering discipline strengthens your sponsorship case.