d) New Product Development of Medical Devices at Stryker

Schönkirchen, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Medical Devices, OrthopedicsIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in science, prefer Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering, prefer Masters Degree in a technical discipline
5+ years of product design experience
Demonstrated efficient leadership of technical work groups
Experience leading complex product development initiatives from concept through release
Experience with a parametric CAD design package. Prefer ProE
Demonstrated understanding of product design including technical calculations, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), GD&T and its application
Demonstrated ability to make decisions and influence a broad cross functional audience
Demonstrated ability to mentor and educate individuals or small groups as well as multiple project teams to ensure that best design practices and standards are met
Preferred: Experience in the regulated medical device industry or equivalent
Preferred: Experience in the clinical and performance requirements of orthopedic implants

Responsibilities

Design and develop smart solutions for orthopedic and Trauma applications
Drive design excellence and innovation
Collaborate with cross-functional team to lead technical aspects of projects through the new product development process
Create detailed technical product specifications and assess functionality for compliance with design requirements
Coordinate/manage and oversee project efforts and risks
Lead technical aspects of program pipeline
Train and mentor (junior) engineers
Drive designs and the selection of platform technologies
Coordinate/manage the implementation of innovative and state-of-the-art technologies
Work independently with surgeon customers in a user setting, clearly communicate design goals, drive design decisions and incorporate feedback into designs
Understand customer needs and independently develop and establish complex design solutions including modeling, prototyping, technical specification, test planning and execution and design documentation
Perform holistic problem analysis, design and implement solutions to address identified problems
Specialize in various technology domains and evaluate new technologies
Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in order to recognize and anticipate industry trends and user needs
Ensure compliance with the relevant requirements in cooperation with other engineering disciplines
Maintain and improve engineering methods and practices
Train and mentor regarding established engineering best practices, design principles, processes and tools
Work with cross-functional team to determine project schedules and time commitments of self and other team members and be able to clearly communicate status of assignments to project management

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Biomedical Engineering

Product Development

Prototyping

CAD Modeling

Test Planning

Design Documentation

Risk Management

Mentoring

Cross-functional Collaboration

Stryker

Develops and manufactures medical devices and equipment

About Stryker

Stryker develops and manufactures medical devices and equipment aimed at improving patient care and surgical efficiency. Their products include surgical tools, neurotechnology devices, and orthopedic implants, which are sold directly to hospitals and clinics. Stryker stands out from competitors by focusing on high-quality products and a commitment to advancing healthcare solutions. The company's goal is to enhance the overall healthcare experience for both patients and medical professionals.

Kalamazoo, MichiganHeadquarters

1941Year Founded

$423.3MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries

10,001+Employees