Stryker

Senior Design Engineer – Mechanical

Stryker

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Portage • Missouri • United States

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Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Research, design, develop, and verify medical device components and sub-systems with minimal supervision.
  • Translate design inputs into engineering specifications; develop and prototype solutions to validate concepts.
  • Apply fundamental and advanced engineering principles to analyze and resolve complex issues.
  • Demonstrate strong understanding of customer needs, product use, and clinical procedures.
  • Adhere to industry standards and regulatory requirements; create and refine engineering documentation, including Design History Files.
  • Follow design controls, change controls, and risk management processes per the Quality Management System.
  • Work closely with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Clinical, Marketing, and Project Management to ensure project success.
  • Prioritize work independently, contribute to complex projects, and build strong team relationships.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical, or related discipline.
  • 2+ years of relevant work experience.
  • Working knowledge and understanding of mechanical engineering practices and design principles.
  • Medical device industry experience is preferred; however, experience in other regulated industries with familiarity in quality systems, risk management, and formal verification and validation methods is also acceptable.
  • Proficiency with CAD/CAE tools for design and concept generation (Creo preferred), including the ability to create engineering drawings and models using GD&T principles.
  • Knowledge of engineering analysis tools and methodologies (e.g., DFMECA, Fault Tree Analysis, FEA, tolerance stack‑ups) and applied statistical methods (e.g., ANOVA, normality testing, confidence intervals using Minitab).
  • Strong understanding of materials and manufacturing processes and their application to robust product design.
  • Ability to clearly communicate technical information, design intent, and plans to cross‑functional team members.
Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Flexible working hours
  • Paid time off
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
communicationteam collaborationindependent prioritizationproblem-solvingcustomer understanding