Internship Program Engineers Business - Costa Rica Coyol Heredia Cartago jobs at Boston Scientific in Costa Rica

Position Responsibilities:

• Coordinate, compile, and submit regulatory filings for new and modified products to Costa Rica and Central America Health Authorities.
• Review of product and manufacturing changes for compliance with applicable regulations and impact to regulatory filings;
• Monitor and assess regulatory updates for compliance with applicable regulations and impact to regulatory filings, communicate relevant changes to internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with global and regional RA counterparts, legal representatives, commercial, marketing, and operations teams to ensure aligned execution of regulatory priorities and approvals.
• Maintain current and accurate information in regulatory systems regarding status, approvals, and product licenses.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with regulatory agencies and industry associations through verbal and written communications.
• Coordinates localization process to guarantee Costa Rica and Central America labeling requirements are met.
• Provide regulatory input on promotional, labeling, and advertising materials in line with Central America regulations.
• Serve as the RA point of contact for consultants and distributors to ensure accurate and compliant submissions.

Required Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience as a Regulatory Affairs Specialist in medical devices in Costa Rica and Central America countries.
• Knowledge of Central American regulations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences (Pharmacy, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering or associated areas);
• Advanced English;
• Attention to detail and ability to identify trends, gaps etc.
• Problem-solving skills;
• Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and simply both verbally and in writing;
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities;
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• General knowledge of global or LATAM regulations is an asset.
• Experience with interactions with regulators: Regulatory Intelligence and Advocacy.

• Design & Develop Automations: Build and deploy automation workflows using Power Platform and RPA technologies to streamline operations, reduce manual effort, and improve accuracy.
• Business Process Understanding: Collaborate with functional stakeholders to map, analyze, and document business processes, ensuring automation aligns with organizational needs.
• Critical Thinking & Solution Alignment: Evaluate requests with a strategic lens to avoid duplicating existing solutions or developing automations that should be managed by other platforms/teams. Actively stay updated with Boston Scientific’s ecosystem of solutions to ensure coherence, scalability, and alignment with regional and global strategies.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for efficiency gains, simplification, and digital enablement across multiple functions.
• Collaboration on Integrations: Partner with regional and global IT teams on more complex automation solutions that require integration with core systems (e.g., Salesforce, SAP). Maintain knowledge of APIs, connectors, and integration methods to effectively support these initiatives.
• Documentation & Knowledge Sharing: Produce clear technical and process documentation to support sustainability, compliance, and scalability.
• Collaboration & Change Management: Work with cross-functional teams to support adoption of automation, including end-user training and stakeholder engagement.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI).
• Experience in RPA tools (e.g. Automation Anywhere or others).
• Low-code experience required
• Full-stack experience preferred
• Strong understanding of business process mapping and analysis (Business Analyst exposure a plus).
• Experience with data visualization and reporting.
• Knowledge of APIs, data connectors, and integration principles (to work effectively with regional/global IT teams).
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills in evaluating business needs, assessing solution fit, and identifying risks.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.
• Strong communication skills in English and Spanish; able to translate technical concepts into business language.

• Experience in medical device, pharma, or regulated industries.
• Exposure to Agile methodologies and project management practices.
• Familiarity with compliance, quality systems, and documentation standards.
• Exposure to SAP environments

• A problem solver with curiosity for automation and digital innovation.
• A critical thinker who evaluates requests thoughtfully, balancing speed of delivery with alignment to Boston Scientific’s broader digital ecosystem.
• A team player who embraces Diversity, respecting different perspectives and creating inclusive solutions.
• A structured thinker who demonstrates High Performance by focusing on delivering what matters, with agility and quality.
• A collaborator who practices Care, listening with empathy and acting with integrity to support colleagues and stakeholders.
• A creative innovator inspired by Meaningful Innovation, eager to solve unmet needs and bring ideas into action.
• Someone with a Winning Spirit, who challenges themselves, plays to win, and contributes to Boston Scientific’s mission of advancing science for life.

About the Role:

• Knowledge in supply chain management (OTC: Order reception, delivery creation, and invoicing).
• Relationship with internal stakeholders (Planning, Finance, Quality, Commercial, Logistics).
• Customer orientation and service attitude.
• Ability to work in changing environments.
• Teamwork and urgency sensitivity.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong time and priority management skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships over the phone and remotely.
• Self-motivated to take initiative in addressing situations that impact the customer and the business.
• Capable of having difficult conversations while remaining customer-focused.

Required qualifications: --- MUST.

• English Intermediate (B1) minimum, Upper Intermediate (B2) preferred.
• University student in, Industrial Engineer, business administration, or related.
• Good organizational skills and being able to follow established processes.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and thoroughness.
• We appreciate individuals who are relentless and persistent.
• Problem SolvingPlanning and Organization
• Business Relationships and Project Management
• Proven leadership skills to motivate and influence teams that do not report directly into the role

Preferred qualifications: --- NICE TO HAVE

• Prior experience in a similar role is not required but would add to the qualifications.
• Data management in Excel (Pivot tables, macros, reports)

About the role:

Our technologies encompass 3D Mapping and Navigation systems, Radiofrequency Ablation catheters, Diagnostic Catheters, EP recording systems, and Intracardiac Access Sheaths to diagnose and treat heart rhythm disorders.

Your responsibilities will include:

• • Maintaining advanced clinical knowledgeof EP diagnostic and ablation technologies, PFA, mapping and recording systems, transeptal access tools, and left atrial appendage occlusion technologies I add

• • on clinical usage and benefits of AF Solutions products through customized presentations, demonstrations, and ongoing training

• • Meeting with physicians and clinical stakeholders

• • Developing relationshipswith hospital staff, physicians, and administrators to expand influence across departments and facilitate strategic decision-making

• • Responding to clinical and technical inquiries

• • Demonstrating change leadership

• • Implementing strategies outlined in quarterly action plans

• • Supporting physician education and market developmentby engaging referring physicians, fellows, and key opinion leaders

• • Training on and adhering to clinical trial protocols and compliance standardsin line with global regulatory expectations

• • Managing clinical trial activity within the territory, including Interest Visits and Site Initiation Visits, and educating investigators on study procedures and products

Required qualifications:

• • Minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

• • Minimum of 2 years of industry experience in medical device sales, clinical electrophysiology, or equivalent background

• • Demonstrated technical aptitude with the ability to convey complex product details clearly

Preferred qualifications:

• • NASPE/IBHRE CEPS certification

• • Experience in atrial fibrillation, cardiac mapping, or structural heart procedures

• • Familiarity with 3D cardiac mapping systems

• • Master’s degree or advanced degree in business or healthcare

The anticipated annualized base amount or range for this full time position will be, plus variable compensation governed by the Sales Incentive Compensation Plan (which includes certain annual non-discretionary incentives based on predetermined objectives) as well as the value of core and optional benefits offered at BSC, which can be reviewed at www.bscbenefitsconnect.com. Actual compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, and other relevant business or organizational needs.

For MA positions:It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test for employment. Violators are subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.

Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance testing requirements for safety-sensitive positions. This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a drug test as a pre-employment requirement. The goal of the drug testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.

Costa Rica-Coyol; Costa Rica-Heredia

Hybrid Roles:

Available Internships

Engineering:Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical or Industrial Chemistry, Electronics, Electromechanical, Mechatronics, Biomedical, Materials, Electrical, Industrial Maintenance and related.

Fluency in English at a level of 60% is required, along with advanced Microsoft Office skills.

This temporary internship, lasting 6-12 months, requires university enrollment throughout the duration.

Desirable qualifications include knowledge in APICS Certification, Basic Microsoft Office, SAP, Inventory Analysis, and Planning.

Internships are available at Heredia and Coyol plants in Costa Rica Hybrid and /or on-site roles. You will have the opportunity to indicate your preference

Duration and Weekly Hours:

30 – 32 hours per week.

Minimum duration of 6 months, extendable to 12 months.

What We Offer

Economic subsidy

On-site meal subsidy

Transportation assistance

2. You'll receive a FORM to fill out for requirements check.

About the Role

As the technical and operational leader, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring manufacturing excellence through continuous improvement, systems integration, and advanced troubleshooting. You will be responsible for sustaining process reliability, leading cross-functional teams, and guiding engineering excellence in a high-impact, regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

· Lead sustaining activities for a complex, mission-critical manufacturing line with a focus on quality, delivery, and compliance.

· Serve as technical authority on integrated systems including PIMS, MES, Power BI, and PLC-based controls (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens).

· Oversee and drive root cause investigations, implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and lead structured problem-solving using DMAIC, 8D, and other lean tools.

· Manage real-time data analytics and reporting using Power BI dashboards, integrating information from MES and other manufacturing systems.

· Own and drive process validations (IQ/OQ/PQ) and ensure regulatory compliance in alignment with BSC Global SOPs and medical device standards.

· Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders in R&D, Quality, Regulatory, and Supply Chain to resolve technical challenges and optimize line performance.

· Coordinate equipment troubleshooting and optimization, focusing on PLC signal interpretation and system interlocks to ensure seamless automation.

· Lead and mentor a high-performing sustaining engineering team, promoting a culture of technical excellence, ownership, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electromechanical, Electronic, or Industrial Engineering.

· 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering in regulated industries (medical devices strongly preferred).

· Demonstrated success in leading product transfers and sustaining high-impact lines.

· Proficiency in PLC programming and troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley, Siemens).

· Deep understanding of MES/PIMS integration, with capability to leverage Power BI for advanced manufacturing analytics.

· Advanced knowledge of statistical analysis, process improvement, and validation (DOE, Six Sigma, Minitab).

· Strong communication and leadership abilities for cross-site coordination.

· Fluent in English C1+ (90%+).

· Master’s degree in engineering or related field.

· Six Sigma Black Belt Certification.

· Experience navigating SOPs for quality, transfers, and regulatory compliance.

· Take ownership of a strategically critical product with real-world impact.

· Be at the forefront of systems integration, digital manufacturing, and automation.

· Collaborate across global teams and mentor future engineering leaders.

· Work in a state-of-the-art facility with the opportunity to shape the technical roadmap for high-volume, high-quality production.

Costa Rica-Heredia

Hybrid Roles:

About the role:

Develops capable processes and ensures efficient and effective transfer of product into production.

You're Responsabilities include:

• Assesses process capabilities, prioritizes process improvement opportunities, and innovates and implements process improvements on multiple and moderately complex processes.
• Applies technical knowledge to innovate, design, and develop processes, procedures, tooling and/or automation.
• Executes the functional deliverables associated with the PDP/TDP, Project Management, and Quality Systems.
• Ensures proper documentation is completed to meet quality systems requirements. (e.g., BOM’s, Routers, FMEA’s, etc.)
• Develops qualified production lines.
• Additional Duties:
• Oversees development builds associated with the project using special work requests.
• Writes validation protocols and reports applicable to new processes.
• Prepares and presents technical data and recommendations at technical reviews.
• Provides Design for Manufacturability (DFM) input to the engineering print package.
• Contributes ideas to or generates Intellectual Property submissions.
• Trains and/or provides work direction to technicians and may train manufacturing personnel when required as part of a validation.
• May serve as core team member or extended team member on new product projects.

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor or Licenciature degree in Mechanical, Electromechanical, Electronic or related field.
• English Level desired: 70-79%.
• Experience: At least 3 years
• Desired knowledge: Problem Solving, Networking,Statistical skills, Knowledge of Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma, PDP/TDP, Process Validations, Project Management, Knowledge in Quality Systems, Process Improvement.