Medical Devices STEM OPT Jobs in Ohio
Ohio's medical devices sector spans major employers like Stryker, Philips, and Medtronic across Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati, offering F-1 STEM OPT roles in biomedical engineering, quality systems, and R&D. Ohio's strong manufacturing base and research university network make it one of the more active Midwest states for medical devices sponsorship.
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Leads and manages complex projects in the development, evaluation, improvement and implementation of manufacturing systems and methods to produce products within the medical, dental, and animal health markets. Utilizes expert knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods and quality control standards. Initiates and leads complex projects and collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions and ensure the successful execution of projects.
ESSENTIAL/PRIMARY DUTIES:
- Leads strategic workforce optimization, space planning, workflow design and equipment layout for peak operational efficiency.
- Using advanced manufacturing knowledge, educates engineers on process capability, development of cost model, and the evaluation of process alternatives. Facilitates the development of new processes.
- Leads within the team and works with management on solving high risk issues.
- Leads process(es) and project(s) to specifications of equipment, material, and parts to enhance and solve problems.
- Leads sourcing changes from in-house to supplier and vice versa to meet demand and capability changes.
- Leads comprehensive product evaluations from a manufacturing perspective, ensuring adherence to specifications, quality standards and regulatory requirements. Provides expert guidance to cross-functional teams on process optimization, quality improvement initiatives and corrective actions.
- Embodies best practices, leads discussions, meetings and brainstorming sessions related to their assigned tasks. Makes decisions within assigned and escalates appropriately.
- Can analyze, target, and guide other engineers on cost, quality, and delivery improvement, and how to implement sustainable solutions.
- Develops best practices for documenting and maintaining work instructions.
- Leads development and design of component processes and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
- Leads and develops industry standards and regulations for quality, safety, and performance.
- Learns established and new technical tools and methods. Proactively engages in bringing insight and implementation for new industry trends and new technologies.
- Utilizes a structured approach to problem-solving to improve and innovate production processes. Leads research and implementation of enhanced processes and capabilities.
- Analyzes and assesses complex part or assembly risk areas and teaches other engineers problem solving techniques to reduce the risk condition.
- Leads the development and process execution of technical documentation such as verification and validation protocols, CAPA’s, quality alerts and process FMEA’s.
SECONDARY DUTIES:
- Researches the latest developments and trends in discipline.
- Contributes ideas for process changes and improvements.
- Influences change within their discipline and peer group.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field and 4+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of both. Black Belt certification is preferred.
COMPETENCY and/or SKILL:
- Strong analytical and communication skills (written & verbal)
- Experience with tooling, fixture, and process design concepts
- Fundamental application of engineering tools and methods
- Ability to apply problem-solving skills to find root causes and propose solutions and lead investigations
- Experience with Microsoft Office, design, and other business software packages
- Comprehension of advanced product design methods
- Strong mathematical and technical abilities
- Ability to multitask and problem solve
- Ability to lead by influence throughout the organization
- Proficient in the subject matter or the functional areas
- Ability to lead and manage projects and/or project teams
- Knowledge of FDA and ISO regulations
- Ability to generate detailed and high-quality technical documentation
- Proficient in the design of complex systems and identifying new technological opportunities
- Ability to analyze and assess complex technical risks associated with projects
- Expert in the subject matter or the functional areas of the assignments and influence the project team for the best practices related to that area
- Ability to lead by influence cross functionally throughout the organization and lead change management processes
- Ability to lead the design of complex, interconnected systems and shape the organization's technical direction
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides leadership, coaching and/or mentoring to co-op’s, technicians, level I, and level II engineers. May act as a lead or first-level supervisor.
JOB SUMMARY:
Leads and manages complex projects in the development, evaluation, improvement and implementation of manufacturing systems and methods to produce products within the medical, dental, and animal health markets. Utilizes expert knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods and quality control standards. Initiates and leads complex projects and collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions and ensure the successful execution of projects.
ESSENTIAL/PRIMARY DUTIES:
- Leads strategic workforce optimization, space planning, workflow design and equipment layout for peak operational efficiency.
- Using advanced manufacturing knowledge, educates engineers on process capability, development of cost model, and the evaluation of process alternatives. Facilitates the development of new processes.
- Leads within the team and works with management on solving high risk issues.
- Leads process(es) and project(s) to specifications of equipment, material, and parts to enhance and solve problems.
- Leads sourcing changes from in-house to supplier and vice versa to meet demand and capability changes.
- Leads comprehensive product evaluations from a manufacturing perspective, ensuring adherence to specifications, quality standards and regulatory requirements. Provides expert guidance to cross-functional teams on process optimization, quality improvement initiatives and corrective actions.
- Embodies best practices, leads discussions, meetings and brainstorming sessions related to their assigned tasks. Makes decisions within assigned and escalates appropriately.
- Can analyze, target, and guide other engineers on cost, quality, and delivery improvement, and how to implement sustainable solutions.
- Develops best practices for documenting and maintaining work instructions.
- Leads development and design of component processes and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
- Leads and develops industry standards and regulations for quality, safety, and performance.
- Learns established and new technical tools and methods. Proactively engages in bringing insight and implementation for new industry trends and new technologies.
- Utilizes a structured approach to problem-solving to improve and innovate production processes. Leads research and implementation of enhanced processes and capabilities.
- Analyzes and assesses complex part or assembly risk areas and teaches other engineers problem solving techniques to reduce the risk condition.
- Leads the development and process execution of technical documentation such as verification and validation protocols, CAPA’s, quality alerts and process FMEA’s.
SECONDARY DUTIES:
- Researches the latest developments and trends in discipline.
- Contributes ideas for process changes and improvements.
- Influences change within their discipline and peer group.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field and 4+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of both. Black Belt certification is preferred.
COMPETENCY and/or SKILL:
- Strong analytical and communication skills (written & verbal)
- Experience with tooling, fixture, and process design concepts
- Fundamental application of engineering tools and methods
- Ability to apply problem-solving skills to find root causes and propose solutions and lead investigations
- Experience with Microsoft Office, design, and other business software packages
- Comprehension of advanced product design methods
- Strong mathematical and technical abilities
- Ability to multitask and problem solve
- Ability to lead by influence throughout the organization
- Proficient in the subject matter or the functional areas
- Ability to lead and manage projects and/or project teams
- Knowledge of FDA and ISO regulations
- Ability to generate detailed and high-quality technical documentation
- Proficient in the design of complex systems and identifying new technological opportunities
- Ability to analyze and assess complex technical risks associated with projects
- Expert in the subject matter or the functional areas of the assignments and influence the project team for the best practices related to that area
- Ability to lead by influence cross functionally throughout the organization and lead change management processes
- Ability to lead the design of complex, interconnected systems and shape the organization's technical direction
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides leadership, coaching and/or mentoring to co-op’s, technicians, level I, and level II engineers. May act as a lead or first-level supervisor.
STEM OPT Medical Devices Job Roles in Ohio
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Search Medical Devices Jobs in OhioMedical Devices STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
Which medical devices companies sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas in Ohio?
Ohio hosts several major medical devices employers with F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship history, including Stryker, Philips Healthcare, Medtronic, and Integra LifeSciences. Mid-size contract manufacturers and device startups concentrated around Columbus and Cleveland also participate. Sponsorship patterns vary by company size and role type, so reviewing employer-level OPT filing history before applying is advisable.
Which cities in Ohio have the most medical devices F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
Columbus leads for corporate and research-oriented medical devices roles, partly due to proximity to Ohio State University and a growing life sciences corridor. Cleveland has a strong cluster around the Cleveland Clinic medical device ecosystem and established manufacturing firms. Cincinnati rounds out the top three, with device companies tied to the broader healthcare manufacturing presence in the southwest part of the state.
What types of medical devices roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Roles that routinely qualify include biomedical engineer, quality assurance engineer, regulatory affairs specialist, manufacturing process engineer, software engineer for embedded medical systems, and R&D scientist. These positions typically require a degree in biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, or a related STEM field. The role must fall under a STEM-designated Classification of Instructional Programs code tied to your degree to qualify.
How do I find medical devices F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Ohio?
Migrate Mate filters medical devices job listings specifically by F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship eligibility and state, so you can search Ohio openings without manually screening employers. Because STEM OPT requires the employer to be enrolled in E-Verify, Migrate Mate's filters surface only compliant employers. This significantly narrows the field compared to general job searches and surfaces companies with verified OPT sponsorship activity in Ohio's medical devices sector.
Are there any Ohio-specific or industry-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in medical devices?
Ohio's medical devices employers frequently operate under FDA quality system regulations, meaning many roles involve regulatory compliance work. This can add complexity to job descriptions but also expands qualifying STEM roles. Ohio does not impose state-level visa sponsorship requirements, but employers in FDA-regulated environments often have stricter background check and documentation processes. STEM OPT extensions also require a formal training plan agreed upon by both you and the employer before the extension period begins.