Technical Advisor - Biocompatibility/Chemistry

TUV SUD America; New Brighton (MN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global exposure

Career growth

Competitive compensation

Job summary

TUV SUD America is seeking a Technical Advisor, Medical Device Testing - Biocompatibility & Chemistry, to act as a technical partner to Account Executives and guide customers in selecting testing and compliance solutions for medical devices.

You will develop scopes, testing strategies, and proposals, translating requirements into compliant solutions while collaborating with global experts and staying abreast of regulatory developments.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain complex technical information to diverse audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across technical, commercial, and operational teams.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Account Executives to understand customer needs and develop technically sound testing solutions.
• Develop project scopes, testing strategies, project plans, and cost estimates for biocompatibility and chemistry testing programs.
• Translate customer requirements into comprehensive proposals aligned with quality and technical standards.
• Collaborate with laboratory leaders, technical experts, and external partners to identify new testing capabilities.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Independent work

Pre-sales engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Life Sciences/Biochemistry/Biomedical Engineering

Tools

Regulatory know-how

FDA/EU MDR knowledge

Job description

At TUV SUD Group we are passionate about technology. Innovations impact our daily lives in countless ways, and we are dedicated to being a part of that progress. We test, we audit, we inspect, we advise. We never stop challenging ourselves for the safety of society and its people. We breathe technology, we strive for professional excellence, and we leave a mark. We take the future into our hands. We are TUV SUD Group.

Technical Advisor, Medical Device Testing - Biocompatibility & Chemistry

Your Tasks

As a Technical Advisor, Medical Device Testing - Biocompatibility & Chemistry, you will serve as a trusted technical partner to our Account Executives, helping customers identify the right testing and compliance solutions for their medical devices. You will bridge customer requirements with TUV SUD's technical capabilities, supporting business growth through technical expertise, solution development, and customer engagement.

• Partner with Account Executives throughout the sales process to understand customer needs and develop technically sound testing solutions.
• Develop project scopes, testing strategies, project plans, and cost estimates for biocompatibility and chemistry testing programs.
• Translate customer requirements into comprehensive proposals aligned with TUV SUD quality and technical standards.
• Research and evaluate solutions for customer needs that extend beyond current service offerings.
• Collaborate with laboratory leaders, technical experts, consultants, and external partners to identify and develop new testing capabilities.
• Participate in customer meetings, technical discussions, proposal reviews, and sales presentations to support business development activities.
• Provide guidance on medical device regulatory requirements and testing expectations, including FDA, EU MDR, Health Canada, and other applicable frameworks.
• Serve as the technical point of contact during the pre-sales process and facilitate a smooth transition to project delivery teams following contract award.
• Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory developments to identify opportunities for service expansion and innovation.

Your Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, Biomedical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a technical, applications engineering, solutions engineering, pre-sales, regulatory, or testing role within the medical device industry.
• Strong understanding of medical device testing, regulatory requirements, and compliance pathways.
• Experience developing technical scopes of work, project plans, and customer proposals.
• Knowledge of biocompatibility and chemistry testing applicable to medical devices.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain complex technical information to diverse audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across technical, commercial, and operational teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Toxicology, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience supporting ISO 10993 biological evaluation programs.
• Experience within a testing, inspection, certification, consulting, or regulatory services organization.
• Familiarity with FDA, EU MDR, Health Canada, and other global medical device regulatory frameworks.
• Experience working directly with medical device manufacturers.
• Experience researching and developing new service offerings or technical solutions.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with a globally recognized leader in testing, inspection, and certification services.
• Meaningful work supporting the development and commercialization of innovative medical technologies.
• Collaboration with global technical experts and industry leaders.
• Exposure to emerging technologies, regulatory developments, and new testing methodologies.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• An inclusive culture focused on quality, innovation, customer success, and continuous improvement.

Additional Information

Work Model: Remote/Hybrid based on business needs

Location: United States

Travel Requirements: Up to 25% travel for customer meetings, industry events, and business development activities.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated annual base pay range for this full-time position is $90,000 - $110,000. Actual base pay will be determined based on various factors, including years of relevant experience, training, qualifications, and internal equity. The compensation package may also include an annual bonus target, subject to eligibility and other requirements. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees, including a 401(k) plan with employer match, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave for birthing parents and 2 weeks for other parents, health plans (medical, dental, and vision), life insurance and disability, and generous paid time off.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where employees can thrive and grow professionally.

TUV SUD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran

TUV SUD America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, marital status, genetics, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status and those laws, directives, and regulations of Federal, State, and Local governing bodies or agencies. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.