The medical device industry is a cornerstone of the life sciences, driving innovation that directly improves and saves lives. From advanced surgical instruments to life-sustaining implants, this sector demands a workforce that is not only technically skilled but also committed to the highest standards of quality and compliance.
The medical technology industry is a growing manufacturing sector in the U.S., responsible for over 519,000 direct jobs and nearly 2 million jobs overall, including indirect employment.
There is a significant skill gap for roles in engineering and digital health. The U.S. is projected to need approximately 1 million more STEM employees by 2031, with the medical device industry being a major driver of this demand.
Employers are increasingly seeking candidates with skills in AI/ML, robotics, and cybersecurity to meet the demands of connected, data-driven medical devices. Job postings requiring robotics skills have a particularly high vacancy rate at 14%.
The medical device sector is a high-stakes environment where even a minor error can have severe consequences. Companies in this space face unique challenges that an outsourced recruiting partner can help solve:
The industry is subject to constantly evolving and stringent regulations (e.g., FDA 21 CFR 820). An experienced recruiting partner can connect you with candidates who possess deep knowledge of these complex frameworks, ensuring your team is always audit-ready.
Fragile and global supply chains can stall production. A recruiting partner can help you find supply chain management experts who can build resilient and scalable operations, mitigating risks and ensuring a consistent flow of materials.
There is a persistent shortage of skilled professionals, particularly those with a blend of engineering and regulatory expertise. A specialized recruiting firm has access to a wider talent pool and can identify passive candidates who may not be actively looking for a new role, helping you fill critical positions quickly.
Intense Competition and Talent Shortages: The industry faces fierce competition for top-tier talent, especially for niche and highly specialized roles in engineering, AI, robotics, and digital health. There is a significant skills gap, and RPO providers help by tapping into extensive talent networks and providing advanced sourcing technology to find hard-to-fill positions quickly.
Navigating Complex Regulatory Environments: The medical device industry is heavily regulated by bodies like the FDA. Finding professionals with the specialized knowledge to navigate this landscape is a major challenge. RPO partners have expertise in identifying and vetting candidates who can ensure compliance, which helps companies mitigate risks and accelerate product approval processes.
The Need for Scalability and Flexibility: The demand for medical devices is variable, influenced by factors like an aging population, seasonal illnesses, and public health crises. RPO provides a flexible, scalable solution that allows companies to quickly ramp up or down their recruitment efforts in response to these changing needs without having to hire or lay off their own internal recruiters.
Access to Technology and Expertise: RPO providers bring a wealth of expertise and advanced technologies, such as AI-powered screening tools and data analytics, that internal HR departments may not have. This allows companies to optimize their recruitment workflows, improve the quality of candidates, and gain valuable market intelligence to stay ahead of the competition.
Cost Efficiency: While outsourcing may seem expensive, it can actually reduce costs in the long run by shortening hiring cycles, lowering turnover, and eliminating fixed costs associated with in-house recruitment teams.
We are proud to have worked with valued clients like those below to recruit veterans.
Orion Talent's RPO solutions address the unique talent acquisition challenges of the medical device industry. We act as an extension of your organization’s HR team to:
Transitioning Military Professionals and Veterans are a highly disciplined and mission-oriented talent pool that can bring significant value to the medical device industry. Orion Talent's 35+ years of experience in military recruitment gives your organization a competitive edge when it comes to filling critical roles across the industry. You'd be hard-pressed to find another partner with more expertise in translating the skills sets of those who served into positions across the medical device space, including:
Finding C-Suite and senior leadership talent in the medical device industry requires a deep understanding of engineering, regulatory, and market dynamics, as these positions are crucial for steering a company's strategic direction, particularly in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment. Our Professional and Executive Search team is poised to support these high-impact positions across the industry, including, but not limited to:
The company below is just one of many who have seen exceptional recruiting results by using Orion Talent.
“The Hiring Conference we attended was a great experience. We are bringing 50% of the candidates we interviewed on-site for second interviews.
- Innovator in Medical Imaging and Information Technologies
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