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As a Senior Staff Mechanical Engineer on Stryker’s Neurosurgical New Product Development team, you will play a key role in designing and developing innovative medical devices that enhance patient care globally. This position supports the Integrated Systems & Smart Accessories team within the Neurosurgical business unit, focusing on the development of Stryker’s next-generation Highspeed Drill Platform. You’ll be involved throughout the entire product development cycle—from concept through launch—collaborating with cross-functional R&D teams to deliver high-quality, impactful solutions using sound engineering practices.

To learn more about Stryker’s Neurosurgical portfolio click here: Stryker Neurosurgical

You will need to live within commuting distance to our Portage, Michigan office for this hybrid position. You will need to be onsite a minimum of three days a week, with flexibility to work from home on other days.

• Lead the research, design, development, modification and evaluation of advanced mechanical systems, for medical devices ensuring optimal performance and innovation.

• Apply advanced engineering theories, principles, and concepts while mentoring others in technical problem-solving and continuous improvement.

• Collaborate across R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Clinical, Marketing, and Project Management teams to ensure project success and deliver high-quality products that meet business objectives.

• Translate user needs and requirements into clear design inputs and specifications, producing complex system-level designs.

• Conduct and guide advanced prototyping and testing to ensure the selection of appropriate methodologies for validating designs and resolving issues.

• Lead the resolution of complex product design issues, driving continuous improvements in design, quality, and performance.

• Lead technology exploration efforts, influencing how new and emerging technologies are applied to meet business and customer needs.

• Develop invention disclosures, patents, or trade secrets, contributing to the intellectual property strategy and strengthening the company’s competitive edge.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics or a related discipline

• Minimum of 6 years of relevant R&D work experience in a cross-functional teams

• Experience developing and optimizing complex mechanical or electro-mechanical assemblies, with a strong understanding of DFM principles

• Experience creating engineering drawings, 3D modeling, applying GD&T, and using CAE tools

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of materials and manufacturing processes, including injection molding, sewing, and high-speed automated assembly to support complex product development

• Advanced sketching and/or 3D software skills (CREO preferred)

• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain moderately complex plans and technical details to team members

• Experience in early-phase concept development and mentoring less experienced engineers

• Experience working in a regulated environment (e.g., medical devices, aerospace, automotive)

• Experience in Human Factors Engineering or Human-Device Interaction