Staff Mechanical Engineer, R&D
Summary
Designs and develops medical devices in a regulated environment, leading projects from concept to launch while ensuring compliance and improving patient outcomes.
At Stryker, we’re committed to improving healthcare through cutting-edge medical technologies. As a Staff Mechanical Engineer in our Research & Development team, you will support multiple business units across the organization by leading the design and development of life-changing devices that directly impact patient outcomes. This is your opportunity to solve complex challenges, collaborate across disciplines, and make a lasting difference.
You will need to live within commuting distance to our Portage, Michigan office as this is a hybrid role and you will need to be in the office 3 days a week and can work from home on other days.
What You Will Do
- Design, develop, and verify components and subsystems for medical devices with minimal supervision.
- Translate user needs into design specifications and deliver system-level solutions.
- Lead prototyping and testing efforts to validate design performance.
- Identify and resolve complex design issues using data-driven analysis to improve processes and outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and mentor others in design control practices.
- Create and maintain engineering documentation, including Design History Files.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to drive projects from concept through launch.
What You Will Need
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Biomedical, or related field).
- Minimum four years of relevant engineering experience.
- Experience designing mechanical or electro-mechanical assemblies.
- Proficiency in engineering drawing creation and application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Experience in project management and financial analysis.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) tools and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles and Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
- Knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes.
- Familiarity with risk management and quality systems in a regulated environment.
- Previous experience in medical device or regulated industry.
USN: $89,300 - $148,800 USD Annual