Senior Staff Engineer, R&D at Stryker

Cary, Illinois, United States

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

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Biomedical, or related Engineering discipline
  • 6+ years of engineering experience, including mechanical or electromechanical product development or sustaining engineering

Responsibilities

  • Lead sustaining engineering initiatives for multiple product families, resolving complex technical and manufacturing issues while improving product performance and cost efficiency
  • Serve as a technical mentor and subject matter expert, coaching engineers in advanced design principles, analysis techniques, and best practices for medical device development
  • Translate user needs and business requirements into detailed engineering specifications and independently develop robust system-level design solutions
  • Drive and oversee CAPA and non-conformance investigations, identifying root causes and implementing effective corrective actions
  • Partner closely with suppliers and contract manufacturers to qualify alternate materials, manage component obsolescence, and improve production processes
  • Lead creation and refinement of engineering documentation, including design history files, risk management records, and change control reports, ensuring full regulatory compliance
  • Initiate and execute design-to-cost, process optimization, and technology advancement projects that deliver measurable business impact
  • Collaborate across R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Clinical, and Marketing to align on priorities, share insights, and deliver high-quality results

Skills

Sustaining Engineering
Root Cause Analysis
CAPA
Medical Device Design
Risk Management
Design History Files
Regulatory Compliance
Manufacturing Process Optimization
Supplier Management
Component Obsolescence
System-Level Design
Design-to-Cost

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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