Heraeus Medical Components facility in Costa Rica

Together we improve lives. At Heraeus Medevio, we bring lifesaving and life-changing medical devices to market through partnerships with medical device manufacturing companies. Backed by Heraeus Group, a Fortune 500 company, we are committed to the growth of our teams and organization by providing an open space for open minds.

To reach our vision of improving 100 million lives every year, we foster a culture of curiosity that thrives on challenge, continuous learning, growth, and the opportunity to try new things. With a global production footprint, sites in the United States, European Union, and Asia, and over 2,200 employees worldwide, together, we will meet tomorrow's challenges today.

At Heraeus Medevio you will:

Innovate – work with internal teams and external partners to bring pioneering technologies to market.

Collaborate – gain knowledge and experience by working with our global network of experts.

Achieve – drive results and grow your leadership skills in our execution-based environment.

Gain Industry Exposure - partner with some of the industry’s largest companies on their market-leading projects.

Thrive in Our Inclusive Culture – work with top talent from diverse backgrounds on actionable targets with training, career development, and leadership support.

Enjoy Attractive Compensation - in addition to a competitive pay package, you can expect comprehensive social benefits from a responsible family-owned company.

Improve Lives – be part of something bigger by contributing to Heraeus Medevio's mission to improve 100 million lives every year.

Heraeus Medevio Open Positions Spotlight

United States

Applications Engineering Manager

Location

Minneapolis, MN

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field required, MBA helpful.

Experience + Skills

A minimum of 5 years of engineering, sales, or combination experience.

Demonstrated success in previous product or business generation role, indicating a high level of performance.

Strong technical background in nitinol (NiTi) including:

- Conversant in the NiTi processing steps (e.g. forming, post processing)

- Understands NiTi design parameters

- Ability to lead Technical Capability discussions regarding medical device applications (e.g. Lunch and Learns, Webinars)

Experience working in a regulated environment a plus, but not essential.

Ability to work independently.

Highly accountable for personal performance to effect sales goal achievement.

Flexibility to travel frequently and at short notice, up to 30% of the time, including international travel.

Fluent English communication skills, written and oral.

Teaching and educating customers on product and technically relevant information.

Computer proficiency.

Senior Engineer - Process Development

Location

Minneapolis, MN

Education

Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline or related technical field required.

Experience + Skills

A minimum of 8 years engineering experience required, including previous experience in the medical device industry (Principal Engineer requires a minimum of 12 years of experience).

Expert level knowledge and application of processes development.

Demonstrated experience of process development, capability, optimization, and validation.

Proficient verbal and written communication skills in English.

Experience improving processes.

Proficient at solving problems in a timely manner.

Must be willing and able to travel up to 25% or as needed, mainly between Minnesota, USA, and Costa Rica.

Catheter manufacturing or process development experience preferred.

Laser process development knowledge preferred.

Electrical or mechanical engineering, or electrical catheter system expertise preferred.

Proficient verbal communication skills in Spanish preferred.

Senior Engineer - Technology Development

Location

Minneapolis, MN

Education

Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree helpful.

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification helpful.

Experience + Skills

Minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience required.

Proficient with new technology development; understands relevant technologies (Materials, manufacturing processes, test methods) to lead discussions with project team, stakeholders, and customers.

Able to communicate complex technical concepts to broad audiences.

Consistently demonstrates creativity in applying engineering principles to solve complex problems.

Able to make data driven decisions utilizing statistical tools such as DOE, tolerance stack-up analysis, or Minitab.

Strong independent problem-solving skills and actively works to coach others in this area.

Capable of creating a plan to solve complex technical problems and lead others to resolution.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate complex technical topics to customers.

Has established cross-functional relationships and is able to influence to drive results.

Clearly communicates need for continuous improvement and champions change within the organization.

Expert level knowledge and application of project management tools, processes, and best practices using multiple project management methodologies.

Demonstrated ability to interact with a diverse group of project stakeholders including customers, executives, peers, managers, and other subject matter experts.

Proven competence in completing projects according to established scope, budget, and timelines.

Extensive experience in risk assessment and mitigation activities.

Germany

EHS Manager

Location

Hanau, Germany

Education

Master's degree in Environmental Protection, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

Experience + Skills

Several years of professional experience in a production plant as a safety engineer or in a similar position in an international environment.

Qualification as an environmental management officer (UMW) / occupational safety management officer (ASMB).

Experience with relevant standards, such as DIN EN ISO 14001, DIN EN 45001, DIN EN 16247, ideally with the implementation and maintenance of management systems.

Proficient in using common MS-Office programs.

Very good German and good English language skills in speaking and writing.

Strong communication skills, leadership competence, and several years of professional experience in an industrial company.

Practical experience in hazard prevention and dealing with operational disruptions.

Qualification as an emissions control and incident representative is desirable.

Process Technologist

Location

Hanau, Germany

Education

Completed training as a toolmaker, industrial, precision, or machining mechanic, or as a mechatronics technician.

Experience + Skills

Relevant experience in programming, setting up, and troubleshooting Citizen and/or Tornos automatic lathes.

Experience in CNC programming and outstanding fine motor skills in handling micro parts, tweezers, and microscopes.

Practical knowledge in medical technology, process development, analysis, automation, and pneumatics.

Basic knowledge in handling technical drawings, production data, and capacity planning.

Initial project experience is advantageous.

Proficient in MS-Office and SAP P01.

Open-minded, reliable team player with precise and structured work methods, who enjoys solving complex issues.

Costa Rica

Maintenance Section Lead

Location

Cartago, Costa Rica

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (related area).

Experience + Skills

At least 10 years of experience as a Maintenance/Facilities Engineer.

At least 5 years in leadership positions at medical device companies.

Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Effective budgeting and performance management abilities.

Proactive, focused, and team-oriented.

Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Solid understanding of health and safety regulations and practices.

Excellent people management skills.

Manufacturing Engineer II-III (Electrophysiology)

Location

Cartago, Costa Rica

Education

Degree in one of the following fields: Electrical/Electronics Engineering; Mechatronics, Electromechanical or Mechanical Engineering; Materials or Physics Engineering.

Experience + Skills

Advanced/fluent English is a requirement.

A minimum of 4 years of experience in medical device manufacturing. Catheter experience preferred.

Hands-on exposure to technologies and equipment used in medical device manufacturing.

Proficient with MS Word, Excel, and other Microsoft Office tools.

Highly analytical, organized, and business/service oriented.

Able to problem-solve and think independently in a constantly changing medical device manufacturing environment.

Statistical techniques knowledge (DOE, SPC, etc.) is required, plus experience with continuous improvement methodologies, such as lean manufacturing, value stream mapping, or similar.

Basic knowledge of FDA, GMP, and ISO guidelines is needed.

Experience supporting production lines in the medical device industry and leading root cause investigations using problem solving methodologies.

Experience using ERP systems desirable. SAP experience preferred.

Ability and willingness to travel internationally to support process, product, and equipment transfers is highly preferred (5% - 15% travel)

Manufacturing Engineer II

Location

Cartago, Costa Rica

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related.

Experience + Skills

3-5 years of experience in similar positions.

3-5 years in medical cluster.

Validation manufacturing process experience.

Excellent bilingual (English/Spanish) verbal and writing skills.

Normative ISO13485 knowledge.

Production Engineer

Location

Cartago, Costa Rica

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.

Experience + Skills

0-3 years of experience in similar positions

Excellent bilingual (English/Spanish) verbal and writing skills.

Solid understanding of manufacturing.

Promotes opportunities for continuous improvement.

Developed leadership competencies.

Flexible and quick priortization of manufacturing customer requirements.

Ability to effectively improve processes.

Quality Process Engineer

Location

Cartago, Costa Rica

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or a related field.

Experience + Skills

Knowledge of quality management systems, such as ISO 13485 and FDA standards, applicable to medical device manufacturing.

Experience with statistical analysis, process validation, and quality assurance methodologies.

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, including familiarity with tools like FMEA, SPC, and DOE.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Excellent English communications skills.

Understanding of risk management, CAPA processes, and regulatory compliance in the medical device industry.

ASQ certified Quality Engineer a plus.

Ability to utilize MRP or ERP software and Statistical Analysis software.

Root cause analysis training, project management, statistical analysis, SPC, Six Sigma tools, geometric dimensioning, and tolerancing experience preferred.

Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Supplier Quality Engineer (Electrophysiology)

Location

Cartago, Costa Rica

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering discipline or Business Sciences.

Experience + Skills

A minimum of 5 years of experience in related positions, including Quality Receiving Inspection, Assurance, Change Control, and QMS.

A minimum of 4 years leading work teams of specialized people.

Specialized knowledge for Incoming Quality Assurance, Supplier Management, and related areas.

Proficient in using Quality Management Systems and ERP solutions.

Proven experience handling supplier-related issues and changes.

Demonstrated experience working with manufacturing problem-solving related to quality issues.

Fluent in spoken and written business English and Spanish.

Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership techniques, inspections methods, and coordination of people and resources.

Proficient with Microsoft Office.

ASQ certified Quality Engineer or certified Supplier Quality Engineer is a plus.

ISO 13485:20XX auditor is a plus.