Senior Staff Mechanical Engineer, R&D - NPD
Senior Staff Mechanical Engineer, R&D - NPD
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Job Description
As a Senior Staff Mechanical Engineer on Strykers 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 Strykers nextgeneration Highspeed Drill Platform. Youll be involved throughout the entire product development cyclefrom concept through launchcollaborating with crossfunctional R&D teams to deliver highquality impactful solutions using sound engineering practices.
To learn more about Strykers 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.
What you will do
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 problemsolving and continuous improvement.
Collaborate across R&D Quality Manufacturing Regulatory Clinical Marketing and Project Management teams to ensure project success and deliver highquality products that meet business objectives.
Translate user needs and requirements into clear design inputs and specifications producing complex systemlevel 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 companys competitive edge.
What you need
Required Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Engineering Mechanical Engineering Robotics or a related discipline
Minimum of 6 years of relevant R&D work experience in a crossfunctional teams
Experience developing and optimizing complex mechanical or electromechanical 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 highspeed 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 earlyphase 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 HumanDevice Interaction
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
