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.

Need another reason to apply? Check out these 8 reasons to join Stryker's engineering team: https://www.strykercareersblog.com/post/8-reasons-to-join-strykers-engineering-team

• Dedicated achievers. People who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are driven to complete projects that meet regulations and expectations.
• Analytical problem solvers. People who go beyond, by identifying root causes, evaluating optimal solutions, and recommending comprehensive solutions to prevent future issues
• User-focused creators. People who imagine with the user in mind, developing technology that helps change patients' lives.

• Will work with the 3PL quality team, under minimal supervision, with responsibility for quality related activities, including, but not limited to the following:
• Work closely with business functions assess, provide oversight and direction on quality performance of product and processes.
• Mentors, provides oversight and approval of NC & CAPA, activist and high level expert in problem solving and root causing activities.
• Coach and mentor the 3PL quality team in quality topics and activities, with several topics at expert level.
• Leads / Manages quality initiatives / projects at local level.
• Recognized process owner in areas of expertise. Expertise across multiple areas from the following, problem solving, risk, concession & change management, lean, six sigma, CAPA, statistics, validation, inspection processes & sampling etc.
• Input into local processes, a representative on review & discussion boards and teams for expert and valued input.
• Interpret KPI trends, take action as necessary, driving a continuous improvement process.
• Aids in the development of quality strategies.
• Support/ Leads manufacturing transfers to other plants/facilities, leading quality activities.
• Responsible for initiation, management and support of ship, product Holds, potential product escapes.
• Address and resolve supplier quality issues impacting daily operations.
• Working knowledge of basic and advanced Quality tools such as; Six Sigma, SPC, FMEA, Control Plans, Root Cause Analysis, Poke Yoke, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing etc.
• Executes/ Masters & implements/ improve all supplier quality tools/ Processes. Trains supplier in these tools effectively.
• Ownership for site quality performance and measurement including KPI's and participate in supplier performance reviews.
• Support quality issues with site & partner with Internal Customers; Lead effective supplier containment and corrections/corrective actions
• Ensuring compliance to Supplier Control activities identified by organization.

• Bachelor's degree in a Science or Engineering discipline required.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional experience in an engineering role with a strong knowledge of Quality Concepts (e.g. Risk Management, CAPA, Audits, Statistics).

• Master's of Science or Engineering preferred
• Medical Device/ Bio-tech industry experience preferred
• Must possess strong communication, project management and influencing skills as well as have the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal skills, written, oral communication and negotiations skills.
• Highly developed problem-solving skills. Strong analytical skills.
• Six Sigma Green or Black belt preferred.
• Familiarity with ISO 13485 and experience in interacting with regulatory agencies (FDA, BSI, etc.) desired.
• Understanding of US and International Medical Device Regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage and complete projects in a matrix organization.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of cross-functional teams.
• Experience in working in a compliance risk situation

• 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.