What is the salary for the Engineer I, Product Design role at ICU Medical, Inc.?

The listed annual base salary range is $60K–$80K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Does ICU Medical, Inc. sponsor H-1B visas?

ICU Medical, Inc. has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Engineer I, Product Design role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Engineer I, Product Design role at ICU Medical, Inc. based?

This role is based in San Clemente, CA.

How many years of experience does this Engineer I, Product Design role require?

The posting calls for 0–2 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this Engineer I, Product Design role work with?

medical grade plastics, polymers.

What techniques or methods are required for this Engineer I, Product Design role?

design of experiments, verification and validation testing, failure investigation.

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H-1B history

Engineer I, Product Design

ICU Medical, Inc. · San Clemente, CAtodayverified 4 h ago

$60k – $80kfrom the posting

BS-level Product Development roles on Crosslinked list a median of $119k (234 that show pay).

Design and test plastic disposable medical devices in SolidWorks under design controls, from concept to production.

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Entry-level path through the full design-control lifecycle of molded, high-volume medical disposables, with plastics joining and molding in scope.

Might not be for you. Mechanical design and documentation-heavy; polymer science is applied, not researched in depth.

Bench and deskGeneralistMethodical pace First industry roleBS acceptable

Adjacent materials roleheavily involved with plastics, polymers, molding... Knowledge of medical grade plastics, injection molding principles, joining methods of plastics

H-1B filings

ICU Medical, Inc. filed 12 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Engineer III, Product, Senior Engineer, Quality, Principal Engineer, Mechanical. Median filed pay: $108K a year.

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Seniority: Entry level
Work: On-site
Type: Full-time
Degree: BS
Experience: 0–2 yrs
Industry: Medical devices
Role: Product Development

Materials

medical grade plastics1 role polymers540 roles

Techniques

design of experiments144 roles verification and validation testing6 roles failure investigation4 roles

Benefits

tuition reimbursement401(k) matchannual incentive plan

Role details

Position Summary

The Product Design Engineer will support the Business Development R&D department. The e ngineer is responsible for developing and implementing new products through adherence to established design control processes and good engineering and documentation practices. The key responsibility of this position is to design, develop, and improve ICU’s product portfolio to ensure their efficiency and reliability. The incumbent will be heavily involved with plastics, polymers, molding, medical disposables, plastics engineering, and solid modeling.

The R&D Product Engineer will be expected to interface mainly with internal customers and external suppliers on the design and configuration of high-volume disposable medical devices. The position plays a key role in assisting in the development and compliance challenges involved with new medical devices. The position requires the ability to interact with multiple functional groups such as Marketing, Regulatory, Quality, Operations, etc.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Assist in the development of products from concept to production
Develop product requirements according to customer and business needs in compliance with international standards and regulations applicable.
Adhere to established design control processes and good engineering practices
Design and model components and devices for various product lines using SolidWorks
Evaluate parts, products, or processes for efficiency and reliability to ensure long-term success of new / improved product lines
Provides technical support on components, material methods, systems and equipment
Provides the technical foundation for the development of risk documentation
Develops test procedures to ensure specifications and regulations are met
Writes, reviews, and approves protocols, reports and data
Conducts testing outlined in protocols and test methods
Executes engineering and validation studies on products
Conducts failure investigations

Work on special projects as assigned

Knowledge & Skills

Detail oriented and ability to organize large amounts of work and data.
Strong interpersonal skills required in the areas of verbal and written communications, customer focus, time management, professionalism, coaching, influencing, and team building.
Knowledge of medical device manufacturing practices
Knowledge of medical grade plastics and general injection molding principles
Strong knowledge in joining methods of plastics
Experience with design of experiments (DOE) and basic statistical methods
Excellent project leadership and ability to expedite project completion
SolidWorks competency required
Understanding of engineering mechanics and physics
Familiarity with machine shop practices

Familiarity of drafting standards

Minimum Qualifications, Education & Experience

Must be at least 18 years of age
Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. Master's Degree preferred.
0-2 years of experience in Medical Device Product Development

Salary Range - $60,000-$80,000

The salary range displayed represents the annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay for this role. The actual salary may vary [differ] based upon various factors, including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, licensure/certifications, and geographic location.

ICU Medical provides a comprehensive total rewards package that includes:

Competitive financial benefits, including a generous 401(k) match and (for eligible roles) our Annual Incentive Plan
A wide range of benefit options at affordable rates
Additional perks to assist employees with their work-life effectiveness, such as Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, and Tuition Reimbursement

Additional information on health and welfare benefit offerings can be found at Careers: Investing in Your Future | ICU Medical .