Staff Engineer, Advanced Operations - Product Transfer
Job Details
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; paid time off 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
- Strategic thinkers. People who enjoy analyzing data or trends for the purposes of planning, forecasting, advising, budgeting, reporting, or sales opportunities.
- Dedicated achievers. 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, data and insights to drive continuous improvement in functions.
- Self-directed innovators. People who take ownership of their work and need no prompting to drive productivity, change, and outcomes.
What you will do
- Independently determines and develops approaches to a variety of technical problems of moderate scope and complexity.
- Uses latest engineering techniques to reduce product time to market whilst adhering to regulatory requirements, project deadlines and product costs.
- Builds productive internal and external working relationships and may periodically provide guidance and train other team members.
- Provide engineering support for manufacturing transfers and/or new product and process introductions, ensuring that all activities are completed and documented in accordance with the Stryker new product development procedures.
- Ensure quality of process and product as defined in the appropriate operation and material specifications.
- Will select components and equipment based on analysis of specifications, reliability and regulatory requirements. Work with quality engineers to develop component specific testing and inspection protocols.
- May lead/support capital acquisition activity from specifying equipment, contract negotiation, Installation and validation.
- Will analyze equipment to establish operating data, conduct experimental test and result analysis. Lead and/or participate in process review meetings.
- Participate in PFMEA, Control Plan, SOP and PPAP generation associated with product transfers and launches.
- Complete capability studies for in process inspection and generate subsequent Inspection documentation.
- Conduct MSA studies for new products and new processes.
- Provide training for manufacturing team members.
- Ensure adherence to GMP and safety procedures.
- Review and approval of validation documentation.
What you need
- B.S in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline
- 5 or more years of experience
Additionally, you should have experience
- Good understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM), related statistical tools and validation/verification techniques
- Good knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, product and process design
- Experience in executing complex problem solving techniques related to manufacturing/design technical issues
- Certified in validation activities
- Proven track record of working in a team-based environment
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills - able to express ideas and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams
- Good instincts and sound judgement for mechanical and structural design.
- Excellent attention to detail
- Experience in an FDA regulated or regulated industry preferred
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About StrykerStryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies and, together with our customers, is driven to make healthcare better. We offer innovative products and services in Orthopaedics, Medical and Surgical, and Neurotechnology and Spine that help improve patient and hospital outcomes.
We are proud to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces and a Best Workplace for Diversity by Fortune Magazine! Learn more about our award-winning organization by visiting stryker.com