Senior Mechanical Engineer, R&D; - NPD

Why engineering at Stryker? At Stryker we are dedicated to improving lives, with a passion for researching and developing new medical device products.
As an engineer at Stryker, you will be proud of the work that you will be doing, using cutting-edge technologies to make healthcare better.
Here, you will work in a supportive culture with other incredibly talented and intelligent people, creating industry-leading medical technology products.
You will also have growth opportunities as we have a culture that supports your personal and professional development.
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strykercareersblog.
com/post/8-reasons-to-join-strykers-engineering-team We are proud to be named one of the World's Best Workplaces and a Best Workplace for Diversity by Fortune Magazine! Learn more about our award-winning organization by visiting stryker.
com Job Description: We are seeking to hire a Senior Mechanical Engineer, R&D - NPD, to support Orthopaedic Instruments.
This is a great opportunity to make an impact on the future development of research and product development for Orthopaedic Instruments Power Tools.
WHO WE WANT: Dedicated Achievers.
Who are relentless about quality and deliver safe and robust solutions.
Motivated problem solvers and product launchers.
Who thrive in a fast-paced environment and will stop at nothing to ensure a project is complete and meets regulations and expectations.
Relationship builders.
We value relationships, and we win together.
User-focused creators.
Keeping the customer and requirements squarely in focus and who imagine with the user in mind, developing technology that helps change patients’ lives.
Curious Learners.
Who seek out cutting edge research and information to enhance their ability to develop new ideas into reality WHAT YOU WILL DO: As the Senior Mechanical Engineer in the R&D department, you will be responsible for understanding customer pain points and provide your design solutions from concept to production, in addition to providing technical focus across our Mechanical Engineering program team.
This role will collaborate with other focused thought leaders and partner with R&D teams throughout Stryker to conceptualize, develop and release solutions to improve surgery outcomes.
This is an exciting space for a skilled engineer that is eager to collaborate and be a part of something new at Stryker.
General Responsibilities: Under minimal supervision, research, design, develop, modify, and verify components/modules for medical devices.
Translate design inputs to engineering specifications and produce sub-system level designs.
Develop and analyze solutions, prototyping one or more options to provide proof of concept.
Apply fundamental and some advanced concepts, practices and procedures for problem solving.
Under minimal supervision, work with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Clinical, Marketing and Project Management to ensure project success.
Quickly process and assimilate procedures, policies, processes, systems, and technology required.
Work on complex problems, applying advanced experience and learnings.
Works as key member of the team, collaborating with others and solidifying relationships.
Business Responsibilities: Demonstrate advanced understanding of customer needs and design inputs.
Demonstrate proficiency with product’s intended use and clinical procedures.
Learn how the financial models are constructed.
Med Device Compliance: Follow fundamental industry standards, design requirements and test strategies which apply to regulatory requirements.
Independently create or refine engineering documentation, such as the Design History file.
Follow R&D procedure like design controls and risk management, per the Quality Management System.
WHAT YOU NEED: Required: Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or BioMedical.
2+ years of work experience.
Preferred: Working knowledge and understanding of mechanical engineering practices and design principles.
Technical ability to create engineering drawings and models, applying GD&T and CAE tools.
Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes to product design.
Ability to Communicate basic plans and technical information to team members.
Demonstrated experience with Creo CAD and/or Solidworks About Stryker Our benefits: 12 paid holidays annually Health benefits include: Medical and prescription drug insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, personalized healthcare support, wellbeing program and tobacco cessation program.
Financial benefits include Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), basic life and AD&D insurance, and short-term disability insurance.
For a more detailed overview of our benefits or time off, please follow this link to learn more: US Stryker employee benefits About Stryker Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better.
The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes.
Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 130 million patients annually.
More information is available at stryker.
com.
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