Medical Technology Jobs: How to Get In, What Roles Exist, Salaries and Career Prospects

The global medical technology market is projected to generate around 621 billion euros in revenue in 2026, with annual growth of roughly 5 percent forecast through 2029. (Statista Market Insights, 2026) Germany sits at the centre of that growth. With over 1,500 manufacturers, around 212,000 directly employed workers (and more than 260,000 when smaller businesses are included), and total revenue exceeding 55 billion euros, Germany is by far the largest MedTech market within the EU. (BVMed, Facts and Figures 2024/2025)

Several factors are driving this growth:

• Demographic shift: an ageing population with growing demand for medical care

• Digitalisation: AI diagnostics, wearables, telemedicine and connected devices are reshaping how healthcare works

• Innovation investment: MedTech companies spend around 9 percent of their revenue on research and development on average (BVMed, 2025)

• Skills shortage: according to the VDI, up to 80,000 qualified professionals could be missing from the sector by 2025, with IT specialists, robotics engineers and AI experts among the most sought-after (VDI / BVMed Trendradar, 2025)

For anyone working in medical technology today, the long-term outlook is solid.

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The sector is broader than most people expect. Whether your background is technical, commercial, regulatory or sales-oriented, there are career paths here. Below are the main fields.

Research, Development and Engineering

• Medical Technology Engineer (design and development of devices and systems)

• Biomedical Engineer

• Software Developer for Medical Systems

• Product Developer / Product Engineer

Quality Management and Regulatory Affairs

One of the fastest-growing areas in the sector, particularly since the introduction of the European Medical Device Regulation (MDR). Roles in demand include:

• Regulatory Affairs Manager

• Quality Manager / Quality Engineer

• Clinical Affairs Specialist

Sales and Marketing

Sales roles are consistently in high demand across the sector. This is also the core focus of Schuckart Consulting. Typical positions include:

• Key Account Manager Medical Technology

• Sales Manager / Field Sales Representative

• Product Manager

• Marketing Manager

Technical Service and Clinical Settings

• Medical Technician (maintenance, installation and repair of equipment in clinical environments)

• Clinical Application Specialist (training and support for medical staff)

• Field Service Engineer

Management and Leadership

• Business Development Manager

• Team Lead or Head of Sales

• Managing Director / General Manager

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There is no single route in. The right path depends on your background and what kind of role you are aiming for.

1. A Degree in Medical Technology or a Related Field

For technical positions, a university degree remains the standard route. Relevant programmes include:

• Medical Technology (B.Eng. / M.Eng. / B.Sc. / M.Sc.)

• Biomedical Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science with an industry focus

• Natural Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) for laboratory-based roles

A Bachelor's degree typically takes six to seven semesters, with a subsequent Master's adding another four. Strong university locations for this field include Ulm, Erlangen, Stuttgart, Munich and Berlin.

2. Vocational Training and Further Education

For entry-level technical positions, particularly in service and maintenance, a vocational qualification is a solid starting point. Relevant training paths include electronics technician, mechatronics technician, or the state-certified medical technician qualification. Those who already hold a vocational qualification in a related field and have work experience can also transition into medical technology through further training.

3. Switching From a Different Industry, Especially Into Sales

In sales particularly, candidates coming from pharmaceutical or dental technology backgrounds are frequently in demand. What matters most: familiarity with the target audience (doctors, clinics, procurement teams), commercial drive and at least a working understanding of the technology involved.

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Salaries vary considerably depending on the role, years of experience, company size and location. The following figures are based on current market data (StepStone, jobvector, praktischArzt, as of 2025/2026):

Entry-level (bachelor's graduates):

• Average: approx. 40,000 to 44,000 euros gross per year

• Monthly: roughly 2,900 to 3,800 euros gross (praktischArzt.de, 2025)

Experienced professionals:

• Average: 47,000 to 57,000 euros gross per year

• Range depending on specialisation: 45,000 to 68,000 euros (jobvector, 2025/2026)

Leadership and senior roles:

• Team Lead / Project Manager: approx. 65,000 to 80,000 euros gross per year

• Senior positions (Head of Sales, Managing Director): 84,000 euros and above (jobted.com, 2025)

Sales roles with variable pay components can push total compensation well beyond these figures. Location and company size also play a role, with salaries in major cities and large corporations tending to be higher.

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There are several channels worth using, depending on your situation.

Job boards:

• General platforms such as StepStone, Indeed, XING Jobs and LinkedIn Jobs

• Specialist platforms such as jobvector.de, which focuses on technical and scientific profiles

• Company career pages directly, particularly at larger players like Siemens Healthineers, Fresenius Medical Care, B. Braun and Draeger

Trade fairs and networks:

• MEDICA in Dusseldorf is the world's largest medical technology trade fair and a genuine hub for career conversations and networking

• LinkedIn for direct outreach and job postings

Headhunters and recruitment consultancies:

For experienced specialists and managers, working with a specialist headhunter is often the most direct route to attractive positions, including those never publicly advertised. Schuckart Consulting places sales and leadership professionals in the medical technology sector, with a strong network across DACH-region clients.

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As a recruitment consultancy specialising in industrial and medical technology, we know the market from both sides. Whether you are looking for your next challenge in MedTech sales or need to fill a key position at your company, get in touch.

Schuckart Consulting: Your recruitment partner for Medical Technology, Industry and Insurance across the DACH region.

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Statista Market Insights (2026): Medical Technology, WorldMarket. Revenue forecast 2026: 621.36 bn euros.de.statista.com/outlook/hmo/medizintechnik/weltweit

BVMed (2024/2025): Facts and Figures; MedTech Trendradar 2025.bvmed.de/branche/zahlen-und-fakten

VDI / Dr. Wieselhuber & Partner (2025): MedTech Trendradar2025, skills shortage section. Cited via BVMed.

StepStone (2025/2026): Salary overview, medical technologyroles. stepstone.de

jobvector (2025/2026): Salaries in medical technology.jobvector.de/gehalt/medizintechnik

praktischArzt.de (2025): Medical technology salaries byqualification level. praktischarzt.de

jobted.com (2025): Salaries for medical technology engineers inGermany. de.jobted.com

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