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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Our benefits include bonuses; commissions; healthcare; insurance benefits; retirement programs; stock based plans; family and parenting leaves; tuition reimbursement; wellness programs; onsite fitness centers and cafeterias; discount purchase programs; and service and performance awards – not to mention various social and recreational activities.
Who we want:
Analytical problem solvers: People who go beyond just fixing to identify root causes, evaluate optimal solutions, and recommend comprehensive upgrades to prevent future issues.
Dedicated achievers: Relentless about quality, people who thrive in a fast-paced environment and will stop at nothing to ensure a project is complete and meets regulations and expectations.
Collaborative partners: People who build and leverage cross-functional relationships to bring together ideas, information, use cases, and industry analyses to develop best practices.
What you will do:
As a Sr. Principal Engineer, you will be responsible for accelerating the pace and effectiveness of NPI by developing a culture of innovation within the engineering team while leveraging our GQO and divisional partnerships.
You will have then technical oversight and leadership for programs and for setting technical direction and competency framework for the multi-site engineering team.
- Develops technical solutions to complex technical problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Solutions may require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity.
- Assume the role of technical mentor for engineers in the function and supporting functions.
- Will function in a technical leadership role on major programs.
- Develop a detailed understanding of "best practice" in product/process performance within the medical device industry. Will also benchmark against other divisions and industries with a view to driving best practices.
- Develop a support network of key divisional/corporate leaders, academic and supplier partners to enhance understanding of product manufacturing and quality. Networks with key contacts outside own area of expertise and across business units.
- Lead a culture of innovation within the function by developing and implementing engineering forums and reviews for the engineering team.
- Drive high levels of employee engagement through a highly effective support structure developed and implemented for all engineers.
- Ensure adherence to GMP and safety procedures.
- Review and approval of validation documentation.
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline
- 12 or more years’ experience OR
- Related masters degree with 8 or more years of experience OR
- PhD with 5 or more years of experience or local equivalent may also be desirable.
- 3+ years of experience in operations and/or technical leadership in Medical Device or other highly regulated industries.
Preferred qualifications:
- Demonstrate project management and engineering expertise associated with new product introduction (NPI) in a regulated environment
- Read and interpret complex engineering drawings and can understand geometrical dimensioning and tolerancing
- Proficient in the validation and verification process and its application relating to new products
- Green or Black Belt 6 Sigma qualifications
- Significant experience in metallurgy, heat treatment and foundry
What you will get:
- Medical, Dental, Vison, and Prescription Drug Insurance
- Tuition reimbursement up to $15,000 per year
- Matching 401(k), plus opportunity for a discretionary contribution
- Paid Vacation/Sick Time
- Basic life, AD&D and supplemental life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellbeing program with incentives
- Discounted employee stock purchase plan
About Stryker
Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies and, together with our customers, is driven to make healthcare better.
The company offers innovative products and services in Medical and Surgical, Neurotechnology, Orthopedics, and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 100 million patients annually.
More information is available at stryker.com