Work Flexibility: Hybrid or Onsite

We are looking for a Senior Staff Mechanical Engineer to support Stryker’s Instruments Division. This role is focused on new product development supporting our Orthopaedic Instruments business, working specifically on the development of our Next Generation Electromechanical-surgical products.  

As a Senior Staff Mechanical Design Engineer, you will work collaboratively with customers, marketing and operations partners to perform customer research, design, test, and document mechanical components, architectures, systems and products. You will provide leadership and technical direction across our Mechanical Engineering program team, in addition to maintaining individual design ownership.

What You Will Do

Lead mechanical project teams through the full product development lifecycle—from concept and design to development and launch—ensuring timely and high-quality execution.Drive research, design, development, and evaluation of complex mechanical modules, subsystems, and assemblies, including advanced prototyping and testing.Apply and mentor others in advanced engineering principles, with expertise in power tools, sterilization and design for manufacturability. Translate user needs into design inputs and system-level specifications; lead efforts in resolving complex design challenges.Support innovation through technology exploration and development of intellectual property, including patents and invention disclosures.Lead customer-focused activities such as voice of customer, customer-centric design, and application of clinical insights to enhance product development and market relevance.Guide adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements; lead creation and refinement of technical documentation, including Design History Files.Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Clinical, Marketing, and Manufacturing teams; mentor and develop team members while driving continuous improvement initiatives.

 

What You NeedRequired QualificationsBachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering. Electrical Engineering or a related discipline6+ years of work experienceExperience in developing and optimizing complex mechanical or electro-mechanical assemblies using Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles.Ability to create detailed engineering drawings and 3D models, with application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) tools for design optimization.

 

Preferred QualificationsExperience leading technical research initiatives through desirability, feasibility, and viability phases.Experience in developing electromechanical components and assemblies, with familiarity in system processes related to power tools & motor design.Experience using PTC CREO for CAD design and Windchill for product data managementExperience in creating test protocols for electro-mechanical systems.Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and technologies to support complex product development

Travel Percentage: 20%

Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability.

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