• Job Description

  Req#: R521131
  Work Flexibility: Hybrid or Onsite

  Stryker is seeking to hire a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support Stryker’s Biomechanics team in Joint Replacement. This role is hybrid, and located in Mahwah, NJ. Stryker | Joint Replacement

  WHO WE WANT:

  • Dedicated achievers. Relentless about quality, people who thrive in a fast-paced environment and will stop at nothing to ensure a project is complete and meets regulations and expectations.
  • Self-directed initiators. People who take ownership of their work and need no prompting to drive productivity, change, and outcomes.
  • Analytical problem solvers. People who go beyond just fixing to identify root causes, evaluate optimal solutions, and recommend comprehensive upgrades to prevent future issues.
  • Curious learners. Engineers who seek out cutting-edge research and information to expand and enhance their ability to design medical devices.
  • Collaborative partners. People who build and leverage cross-functional relationships to bring together ideas, data and insights to drive continuous improvement in functions.

  WHAT YOU WILL DO:

  As a Senior Mechanical Engineer (Applied Biomechanics), you will conduct biomechanical and tribological research on next generation materials, processes and implant design. This role is hands-on and will involve responsibility for leading development and execution of cadaveric and non-cadaveric clinically relevant test models, as part of larger program initiatives in support of Stryker’s Knee, Hip and Mako product portfolios. This role requires close collaboration with cross-functional partners such as Product Development, Marketing, Regulatory Affairs, Design Assurance, and Manufacturing to deliver high-quality products to market.

  • Lead the development and execution of clinically relevant test models for next generation materials, processes and devices.
  • Lead and execute test method validation to confirm suitability of developed methodologies.
  • Coordinate and conduct physical testing including test fixturing, set-up, equipment operation, data collection and analysis.
  • Create all necessary engineering documentation for inclusion in the Design History File (DHF) such as protocols and reports.
  • Work with cross-functional partners to develop testing publication strategy and lead writing and submission of abstracts and manuscripts.
  • Contribute on cross-functional NTDP and NPDP teams to develop next generation technologies and devices.
  • Regularly meet with cross-functional partners to align on testing strategy and timeline. Refine and communicate changes to strategy, where needed.
  • Become familiar with relevant aspects of competitive technologies in order to develop innovative solutions to solve / satisfy customer needs.
  • Interface with clinical advisors to gather input for evaluation and development of new technologies.

  WHAT YOU NEED:

  • Bachelor of Science or higher in Biomedical or Mechanical Engineering or applicable technical field.
  • 3+ years of experience with lab-based and/or analytical research in the medical device industry, or equivalent.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated understanding of engineering principles in the areas of biomechanics and tribology.
  • Proficiency in CAD; Creo preferred.
  • Proficiency in Computer Programming; Matlab or Python preferred.
  • Demonstrated understanding of New Technology Development Process (NTDP) and New Product Development Process (NPDP).
  • Demonstrated ability to contribute to complex discovery-based research initiatives from concept through final recommendation.

  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.

  Stryker Corporation will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

• About the company

  Stryker Corporation is an American multinational medical technologies firm based in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

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