In 2024, the Irish medical device & products market is estimated to reach a staggering US$23.96 billion, with a projected growth rate of 3.38% CAGR (compound annual growth rate) until 2028. 

The total market output is expected to hit US $75.38 billion in 2024, further showcasing the industry's immense size and economic impact. 

Despite its compact size, Ireland houses over 200 medical device companies, many of them global leaders in their respective fields. 90% – nine of the world's top 10 medical device companies have operations in Ireland. 

Ireland's medical device sector has a 50-year history of attracting investment and employs the highest number of people in the industry per head of population in Europe. 

Ireland is known as a global MedTech hub, with 450 companies that employ 42,000 people. The number of employees in the Medical Devices & Products market is projected to amount to 43.7k in 2024. 

A compound annual growth rate of 1.25% is expected (CAGR 2024–2028). 

Competitive salary and bonus structure 

Generous healthcare and dental insurance plans 

Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave 

Pension plan and retirement savings options 

Employee discount program 

Internal training programs and workshops 

Tuition reimbursement for further education 

Mentoring and coaching programs 

Job shadowing and cross-functional assignments 

Leadership development programs 

An inclusive culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and empowered to contribute their full potential. 

Creating an environment free from discrimination and fostering collaboration across diverse backgrounds and perspectives. 

Employee networks, internal inclusion programs, leadership accountability measures, and unconscious bias training. 

Increased spending: Committed to a 50% increase in spending with diverse and small businesses by 2030, and a 150% increase with Black- and women-owned businesses by 2025 (from a 2020 baseline). 

Leadership representation: 34% of their global leadership team are women, with a goal of achieving 40% by 2030. 

Employee demographics: Working towards reflecting the diverse customer base they serve across all teams. 

Freedom 2 Save program: Providing $10 million in contributions to participant retirement accounts by 2030, attracting diverse talent. 

Career development: Offering various opportunities for skill development, networking, and mentorship across the company. 

Employee networks: Providing 10 employee networks dedicated to supporting different groups and fostering a sense of belonging. 

Research Scientists & Engineers: Across various fields like diagnostics, diabetes care, vascular, and pharmaceuticals. 

Quality Control Specialists: Ensuring product quality and compliance. 

Regulatory Affairs Professionals: Navigating legal and regulatory requirements for medical products. 

Manufacturing Technicians: Operating production lines and maintaining equipment. 

Software Developers: Creating and maintaining software for diverse applications. 

Data Analysts: Extracting insights from data to inform decisions. 

Nutrition: Product development scientists, quality assurance professionals 

Vascular: Medical device engineers, regulatory affairs specialists 

Competitive salary and bonus structure 

Comprehensive healthcare and dental insurance plans 

Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave 

Pension plan and retirement savings options 

Employee discount program 

On-site amenities like gym facilities and subsidised meals 

Development Essentials: Formal training and blended learning opportunities 

Management Essentials: Formal training and blended learning opportunities 

Leadership Essentials: Formal training and blended learning opportunities 

MyCareer@Baxter portal: Development and planning tools, information about performance expectations and goals, training opportunities, and jobs 

Work experiences: Professional evolution through a combination of work experiences, relationships, and training 

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs): Baxter Ireland supports multiple ERGs focused on diverse identities and experiences, fostering a sense of belonging and community. 

Inclusive recruitment: They utilise inclusive language and practices throughout the recruitment process to attract diverse talent. 

Unconscious bias training: Training empowers employees to identify and mitigate unconscious biases, promoting fairer decision-making. 

Leadership commitment: Senior leaders champion D&I initiatives and hold themselves accountable for progress. 

Partnerships: Collaborations with external organisations help them stay informed and expand their efforts. 

Baxter Takes Action on Racial Injustice with "ACT" Initiative: Baxter has launched "ACT: Activating Change Today," a multifaceted and multi-year initiative specifically addressing racial injustice. Baxter Inclusion Counsil: The GIC's focus centers on advancing the representation and leadership opportunities of women and underrepresented minority groups (encompassing race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, veteran status, and disability), while simultaneously fostering inclusive leadership capabilities across all levels. 

Business Resource Groups: These employee-led affinity groups specifically focus on the recruitment, retention, engagement, and development of diverse talent across the company.  

Production technicians (various specialisations) 

Quality control specialists 

Manufacturing engineers 

Supply chain professionals 

Research scientists 

Quality assurance specialists 

Regulatory affairs professionals 

Health insurance: Private medical insurance and VHI cover 

Retirement: Defined contribution pension plan, 401(k) plan, and profit sharing 

Financial benefits: Annual bonus scheme, employee discount scheme, and service awards 

Family and parenting benefits: Maternity and paternity leave 

Vacation and time off: Paid time off and vacation policy 

Professional support: Job training, tuition assistance, professional development, and diversity program 

Other benefits: Employee assistance plan, service awards, team and well-being events, life assurance, and educational assistance 

Financial development: BD offers leadership programs, coaching, mentoring, and networking opportunities. 

Learning and development: BDX offers educational support and opportunities for career development. 

Variety of disciplines: BD has many opportunities in Ireland across disciplines and sites, including manufacturing, research and development, and commercial. 

Creating a culture of belonging: Ensuring associates feel seen, respected, and valued. 

Building diverse teams: Building and engaging diverse teams. 

Leveraging unique ideas: Cultivating belonging, developing and advancing associates, and helping them reach their full potential. 

Driving innovation: Helping BD better understand patient and customer needs. 

Awards and recognition: BD has received several awards for their D&I commitment, including being named to Forbes' List of America's Best Employers for Diversity 2023 and earning a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index 2023. 

Increasing representation of diverse groups: BD reports progress in increasing the representation of women and minorities in leadership positions and across the workforce. 

Continuous improvement: Based on employee feedback and data analysis, BD is committed to continuous improvement in their D&I efforts. 

Quality Administrator 

Clinical Nurse Specialist 

R&D Engineer I 

R&D Scientist 

Territory Manager 

Communication Leader 

Supplier Quality Engineer 

Clonmel: Specialises in manufacturing medical devices, including cardiovascular and endoscopy products. 

Cork: Multiple facilities focusing on manufacturing, research and development, and corporate functions. 

Galway: European headquarters with manufacturing sites and research facilities covering various medical specialties. 

Letterkenny: Manufacturing facility producing medical devices for gastrointestinal and pulmonary conditions. 

Insurance: Health insurance, life insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, temporary and long-term disability insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and business travel accident insurance 

Financial: Competitive salaries, defined contribution pension plan, income protection, and annual bonus 

Time off: Paid holidays, sick pay, vacation, and adoption assistance program 

Other: Relocation support, severance pay, flexible working, company car, and wellbeing program 

Graduate programs: Two-year programs that offer a competitive salary, healthcare, pension, and a performance-related bonus. Boston Scientific graduates also receive on-the-job training, mentoring, and personal development courses. 

Rotational programs: A program for ambitious people who want to gain experience in a large manufacturing company. 

Internships and co-ops: Boston Scientific offers internships, co-ops, and full-time positions for recent graduates and professionals. 

Employee resource groups: Boston Scientific sponsors employee resource groups that promote a diverse and inclusive work environment. These groups include the EmpowHER network, which supports the advancement of women. 

Young Professional Network: Each of Boston Scientific's three Irish sites has a Young Professional's Network (YPN). 

Engaging people: Boston Scientific is committed to engaging people of all cultures, ethnicities, gender identities, and backgrounds. 

Improving leadership job opportunities: Boston Scientific is committed to improving the balance of men and women in senior leadership job opportunities to close the gender pay gap. 

Setting goals: Boston Scientific believes it is essential to set, measure, and transparently share goals and progress around their DE&I work. 

Increasing diversity in clinical trials: Paul Underwood, MD, and medical director at Boston Scientific, has been working to reduce health disparities for women and people of color since 1990. 

Future-focused career framework: Developing a framework to enhance equitable career progression opportunities for everyone in the company. 

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs): Active ERGs in Ireland include Women's Network, Young Professionals Network, and a multi-cultural group, fostering community and belonging. 

Inclusive recruitment: Utilising inclusive language and practice throughout the recruitment process to attract diverse talent. 

Unconscious bias training: Equipping employees to identify and mitigate unconscious biases, promoting fairer decision-making. 

Leadership accountability: Senior leaders champion D&I efforts and are held accountable for progress through performance reviews and inclusion in leadership development programs. 

Gender Pay Gap Reporting: They are committed to addressing the gender pay gap and report their progress publicly, achieving their aim of eliminating it by 2025. 

Disability Inclusion: Initiatives support employees with disabilities and foster a welcoming environment. 

Awards and Accolades: Irish National Workplace Equality Index: Recognised for their commitment to equality and inclusion practices. Chambers Ireland Business Awards: Finalist in the Diversity & Inclusion category in 2022. 

Production technicians (various specialisations) 

Quality Engineers 

Manufacturing engineers 

R&D Engineers 

Regulatory affairs professionals 

Software developers 

Data analysts 

Galway: Medtronic has a significant presence in Galway, focusing on research and development, manufacturing, and distribution of medical devices. 

Dublin: Medtronic operates offices in Dublin for sales, marketing, customer support, and corporate functions. 

Athlone: Medtronic's operations in Athlone specialise in manufacturing and quality assurance for medical devices. 

Cork: Focuses on various aspects of its business operations, such as research and development, manufacturing, or distribution. 

Flexible Working: Medtronic offers flexible working arrangements, enabling employees to balance their personal and professional lives better with options like flexible hours, remote work, or compressed weeks. 

Wellness Programs: Medtronic provides wellness programs promoting employee health and well-being, including fitness initiatives, mental health support, nutrition guidance, and access to wellness resources. 

Learning & Development: Medtronic prioritises employee learning and development, offering ongoing training opportunities such as workshops, courses, mentoring programs, or tuition reimbursement. 

Diverse & Inclusive Culture: Medtronic fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace culture, valuing employees from all backgrounds with initiatives like employee resource groups, diversity training, and inclusive policies. 

Rewards & Recognition: Medtronic recognises and rewards employee contributions and achievements, including performance-based bonuses, awards programmes, or other forms of recognition. 

Global Opportunities: Medtronic provides opportunities for employees to work globally, gaining international experience, collaborating with diverse teams, and expanding their professional networks. 

Retirement Planning: Medtronic offers retirement planning benefits, including pension plans, employer contributions, and financial planning resources to help employees prepare for their future. 

Healthcare Coverage: Medtronic provides comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as access to wellness programs and healthcare resources for employees and their families. 

Internship programs: Gain real-world experience, develop new skills, and work with others 

Learning and development opportunities: Access online and classroom training, self-paced learning, and technical development, business acumen, and leadership development training 

Career assessments: Career assessments and personalised advice from Career and Learning Pathways advisors 

Educational opportunities: Educational opportunities at all levels of the organisation 

Structured career conversations: A structured approach to career conversations 

Two-way dialogue: Two-way dialogue is critical to driving an inclusive culture 

Targeted recruitment: Attracting diverse talent through partnerships with organisations promoting inclusion and utilising inclusive language in job postings. 

Unconscious bias training: Equipping employees to identify and mitigate unconscious biases, promoting fairer decision-making. 

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs): Supporting various ERGs in Ireland like Women of Medtronic and the African Descent Network, fostering community and belonging. 

Leadership accountability: Senior leaders champion D&I efforts and are held accountable for progress through performance reviews and inclusion in leadership development programs. 

Global D&I report: Transparently sharing their goals, progress, and challenges with stakeholders. 

Partnership with Irish National Workplace Equality Index: Demonstrating their commitment to national D&I standards. 

Supporting STEM education for girls: Collaborating with organisations to encourage girls' interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, aiming to address the gender gap in these fields. 

Focus on disability inclusion: Initiatives like accessible workplaces and assistive technology support inclusion for employees with disabilities. 

Biomedical engineer 

Manufacturing Engineer  

Quality engineer 

Senior research engineer 

Territory manager endoscopy 

Principal regulatory affairs specialist 

Principal R&D engineer 

Cork: Cork has a significant number of employees working in R&D roles. Stryker's Cork R&D teams have contributed to their portfolio, which includes 3D-printed devices, surgical instruments, stroke care, and hip implants. 

Limerick: A facility that specialises in producing devices for joint replacements, spine, CMF, and T&E. Stryker also has a center of automation excellence in Limerick. 

Dublin: Stryker operates offices in Dublin for sales, marketing, and corporate functions. 

Galway: This site provides research and development, manufacturing, regulatory affairs, and new product development 

Health care: Stryker's Welfare Benefits Plan offers medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits for employees and eligible dependents. 

Insurance: Stryker offers health, life, dental, vision, long-term disability, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance. 

Financial benefits: Stryker offers a pension plan, 401(k) savings and retirement plan, and company-paid short-term disability benefits. 

Family and parenting benefits: Stryker offers maternity and paternity leave. 

Vacation and time off: Stryker offers vacation and paid time off. 

Employee assistance program: Stryker offers an employee assistance program (EAP) that provides confidential counseling and information services to help employees resolve personal problems that may affect their work performance. 

Professional support: Stryker offers job training, tuition reimbursement plans, challenging assignments, mentors, leadership programs, one-on-one coaching, and exposure and visibility to other job opportunities or divisions within Stryker. 

Health programs: Stryker offers health programs every month that focus on nutrition, movement, the mind, and wellness at work. 

Wellbeing week: Stryker celebrates Wellbeing Week every October, which includes guest speakers, mindfulness sessions, yoga classes, and healthy food samples. 

Research and Development Graduate Program: A 24-month rotational program for talented individuals looking for accelerated career progression 

SMART Program: A sales and marketing accelerated rotational talent program for talented individuals looking for accelerated career progression 

Education Assistance program: Stryker may financially contribute to furthering your education 

Training, certifications, and tuition reimbursement plans: Stryker offers opportunities for training, certifications, and tuition reimbursement plans 

Mentors, leadership programs, and exposure: Stryker offers opportunities for mentors, leadership programs, and exposure to other job opportunities or divisions within Stryker 

One-on-one coaching: Stryker offers opportunities for one-on-one coaching 

Valuing diversity: Stryker aims to create a culture of belonging by valuing and leveraging the diversity of its employees. Stryker's vice president of diversity, equity, and inclusion, Annie Heath, says that diversity is an essential part of Stryker's culture. 

Removing barriers: Stryker aims to identify and remove barriers that prevent people from reaching their full potential. 

Celebrating diversity: Stryker aims to celebrate its diversity and embrace employees' differences. 

Educating employees: Stryker aims to build an engaged network of WISE members and contributors to share best practices, encourage new ideas, and optimise global learning. 

Developing women: Stryker aims to develop women through the technical career path by sharing diverse stories that create visibility to possibilities. 

Allies for All Abilities: An ERG that focuses on disability inclusion 

ACE (Asian Community Empowerment): An ERG that champions the voices of colleagues, adds a new perspective to inclusion and diversity, and brings cultural education to the forefront of initiatives 

Safe spaces: Training on allyship and the history and laws affecting the LGBTQIA+ community 

Executive steering committee: Founded in 2021, this committee meets monthly to share best practices and align on global approaches to inclusivity 

Two Pulse Surveys: Replace the annual engagement survey with two surveys to understand how employees feel about topics such as COVID-19, work flexibility, and inclusion 

Diversity, equity, and inclusion summit: A global summit for Stryker employees that challenges employees to be the difference for themselves, their colleagues, customers, and communities 

Program funds: Funds are allocated between four tracks – touchpoints, retention, community retention/support, and academic retention/support – each with a different DEI focus and target recipient 

Network with interns: Employees can network with interns, learn about jobs, and create 3D prototypes 

Volunteerism initiatives: Employees can come together to advance inclusion in their communities through a variety of volunteerism initiatives 

Project Managers 

Materials Supervisor 

Mechanical Design Engineer 

Industrial Engineering 

Quality Engineer 

Process Technician 

Operations Manager 

Staff Chemist 

Shannon, County Clare: Zimmer Biomet's Shannon facility is a key manufacturing hub for orthopedic implants. 

Galway City, County Galway: Zimmer Biomet in Galway focuses on research and development for orthopedic solutions. 

Dublin: Zimmer Biomet's Dublin offices support sales, marketing, and corporate functions in Ireland. 

Pay and recognition: Competitive salaries, employee stock purchase plan, short-term incentives, annual bonus, and long-term incentive (equity) 

Health insurance: Permanent health care insurance 

Pension: Good pension scheme 

Other benefits: Paid parental leave, flexible working arrangements, incentive and rewards programs, global and local leadership development programs, education and study assistance, flu vaccinations, and life and salary continuance insurance 

My Rewards: A comprehensive package that includes a free Care.com membership 

Internal Talent Pool: Zimmer Biomet prioritises promoting from within, giving qualified internal candidates first access to open positions. 

Learning & Development: Employees benefit from various learning and development programs, including: 

On-the-job training: Specific to your role and responsibilities. 

Technical skills training: Upskilling in software, machinery, or other relevant technical areas. 

Leadership development programs: For those aspiring to move into leadership positions. 

External training: Tuition reimbursement or sponsorship for further education related to your career goals. 

Mentorship & Coaching: Experienced employees and leaders mentor and coach individuals, providing guidance and support in their career development. 

Cross-functional projects: Participating in projects outside your usual department allows you to gain new skills and broaden your professional experience. 

Networking: Building relationships within the company can open doors to new opportunities and expose you to different career paths. 

Graduate opportunities: The company actively recruits graduates through specific graduate programs, offering structured development and career progression. 

Diversity among employees: Zimmer Biomet welcomes diversity among its employees and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. 

Support for policies: Zimmer Biomet supports policies that strengthen a diverse and inclusive medical technology workforce. 

Commitment to anti-racism: Zimmer Biomet commits at least $5 million over five years through the ZB Foundation to non-profit organisations that support diversity, equality, and justice. 

Support for the NAACP: Zimmer Biomet is committing $2 million over the next three years to support partnered efforts with the NAACP to end racial injustice and advance diversity and equality. 

Community groups: In 2021, Zimmer Biomet expanded its commitment to community groups, business platforms, and other organisations united to driving meaningful change and sustained social justice. 

Participation in the Irish National Workplace Equality Index: Demonstrating their commitment to national D&I standards. 

Community involvement: Collaborating with local organisations to support diversity and inclusion initiatives. 

Focus on gender representation: Actively working to increase the representation of women in leadership positions. 

Zimmer Biomet Foundation: Provides grants to nonprofit organisations that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. The foundation also supports community events and organisations, and STEM education. 

Nth Dimensions: A founding partner of this educational non-profit that aims to increase diversity in orthopedics. Nth Dimensions supports pre-medical, medical, and resident medical students. 

Movement is Life: A multi-disciplinary coalition that aims to eliminate racial, ethnic, and gender disparities in muscle and joint health. Zimmer Biomet provides financial support and industry leadership for this organisation. 

Health-equity-focused philanthropic efforts: Supports organisations like the J. Robert Gladden Orthopedic Society and the Ruth Jackson Orthopedic Society. 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion policies: Supports policies that strengthen a diverse and inclusive medical technology workforce. 

Research and Development (R&D) for orthopedic solutions 

Manufacturing and production of medical devices 

Quality assurance and regulatory affairs ensuring compliance with industry standards 

Engineering for designing and improving orthopedic implants and surgical instruments 

Specialised job opportunities in biomaterials science, clinical research, and supply chain management