Senior Staff Engineer, Manufacturing Engineering at Stryker

Cork, County Cork, Ireland

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Medical Devices, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • Level 8 Degree or Masters in relevant Engineering or Science discipline (Manufacturing, Mechanical, etc) or technical experience equivalency
  • Minimum of 6 years’ experience
  • Recognised Lean qualification, ideally a black belt
  • Experience with medical device manufacturing processes (e.g., cleanroom automation, micro-assembly, automated testing)
  • Technological expert, willing to source, investigate and implement technological and automation advances
  • Proven Project Management skills through the delivery of business-critical projects
  • Confident and effective decision maker, with a proven technical leadership ability to negotiate and influence others
  • Effective technical documentation and change control in regulated environments
  • Excellent cross-functional collaboration with Manufacturing, Quality, and R&D teams
  • Capable of technically leading a multi-disciplined team in a dynamic, regulated and results motivated environment
  • Demonstrable Excellent analytical & critical thinking skills, a process improvement orientation
  • Demonstrable ability to lead significant projects and initiatives
  • Familiarity with GAMP 5 and computer system validation (CSV) for automated equipment
  • Understanding of ISO 13485, ISO 14971, and FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance in automation systems
  • Experience with integration of MES/ERP systems for manufacturing data traceability
  • Proficient in CAD tools for fixture and tooling design (SolidWorks or similar)

Responsibilities

  • Oversee automation projects from conception to execution, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
  • Contribute and input into Engineering functional strategy
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities and prioritize initiatives
  • Be a Technological expert, willing to source, investigate and implement technological and automation advances
  • Lead design, development, testing & refinement of automated system, sub-system & component
  • Process validation for products and processes; VP, IQ, OQ, PQ and associated documentation
  • Observing the Quality Management Systems requirements on site at all times
  • Support the implementation of automation strategies across projects
  • Technical leadership of Staff engineers, Senior engineers, Engineers, Coop students, and Technicians
  • Co-ordinates with other unit’s vendors and senior managers as needed to ensure specific cost, time, and regulatory standards achieved
  • Communicates with business partners to resolve process and product issues
  • Champion operations excellence across the site
  • Adherence to, and enforcement of all Environment Health and Safety (EHS) requirements on site

Skills

Automation
Process Validation
IQ
OQ
PQ
Quality Management Systems
Manufacturing Engineering
Project Management
PLC
Robotics

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

Benefits

Medical & prescription plans
Supplemental health benefits
Flexible Spending accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Short-term & long-term disability
Tuition reimbursement
401(k) plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Risks

Integration challenges from acquisitions may strain Stryker's resources.
Rapid tech advancements risk obsolescence of Stryker's current products.
Regulatory scrutiny on acquisitions could delay Stryker's market entry.

Differentiation

Stryker's acquisitions enhance its minimally invasive surgical solutions portfolio.
Entry into the peripheral vascular segment diversifies Stryker's market presence.
Stryker's focus on AI integration boosts diagnostic accuracy and operational efficiency.

Upsides

Growing demand for minimally invasive solutions aligns with Stryker's strategic acquisitions.
The orthopedic implants market growth benefits Stryker's expanding product line.
Stryker's acquisition of Inari Medical positions it in a high-growth vascular market.

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