Senior Test Engineer (Onsite) at Stryker

Portage, Michigan, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Medical Devices, HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science degree required (preference for Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology; preference for Masters/PhD)
  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience with a B.S
  • Basic understanding of testing, testing equipment, good laboratory practices, and department metrics
  • Proficient use of common laboratory test equipment
  • Effective interpersonal communication skills
  • Able to occasionally lift up to 40 lbs
  • 1st shift position but may require face-to-face communication with 2nd and 3rd shift lab staff on occasion
  • Travel up to 10%

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and conduct performance and lifecycle testing on assigned projects and products
  • Act as the testing representative and primary technical point of contact between the Test Lab and the Product Development team
  • Determine test protocols, screen design concepts and testing methods, coordinate testing with other lab equipment, and work towards delivering on project due dates
  • Coordinate other lab staff to contribute to testing, including through 2nd and 3rd shifts
  • Assist project teams with insightful feedback, hands-on test protocol development, and proactive planning to ensure reliable product testing
  • Ensure testing needs are well thought out and proactively involve supporting groups (e.g., Metrology, Quality, CAE, Test Operations) before testing
  • Assist design groups and internal customers from research start to final verification testing
  • Aid in selecting test equipment, protocol development, test set-up, and test execution
  • Design, develop, and implement high-quality test systems customized to the product being tested
  • Demonstrate strong working knowledge of good laboratory practices, testing standards, procedures, statistical knowledge, and laboratory safety practices
  • Communicate proactively and effectively as the key contact between stakeholders and the lab
  • Assist with formulation of test guidelines and procedures; recommend revisions of specifications where necessary
  • Evaluate, recommend, and maintain engineering-related test systems
  • Assist Test Lab management with priorities, scheduling, and technician training for allocated projects

Skills

Test Protocol Development
Lifecycle Testing
Verification Testing
Test Execution
Test Setup
Statistical Knowledge
Good Laboratory Practices
Laboratory Safety
Metrology
Quality Assurance
CAE
Test Operations

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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