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Job Location drjobs

San Jose, CA - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Work Flexibility: Hybrid or Onsite

Job Overview

Stryker is a global leader in medical technology dedicated to designing and manufacturing innovative life-saving devices. In this dynamic and fast-paced environment you will play a pivotal role in advancing technologies that enhance the capabilities of healthcare professionals worldwide.

We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Engineer with expertise in hardware (HW) and software (SW) integration to drive system scalability and optimization. This role requires a deep understanding of systems engineering principles HW/SW development life cycles and the ability to implement robust scalable solutions. The ideal candidate will lead cross-functional collaborations drive technical excellence and contribute to strategic decision-making for advanced product and process development.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

  • Act as a technical leader providing guidance and mentorship to engineers and cross-functional teams.
  • Lead system architecture design ensuring alignment with product roadmaps and regulatory requirements.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives optimizing engineering processes and accelerating product development.
  • Represent Advanced Operations (AO) Engineering in high-level technical discussions and decision-making processes.

Technical Expertise

  • Develop and implement HW/SW integration strategies to enhance product functionality and manufacturability.
  • Select and evaluate critical components and technologies ensuring compliance with reliability and regulatory standards.
  • Provide technical oversight for manufacturing process development equipment selection and validation.
  • Drive DFM (Design for Manufacturability) PFMEA (Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis) and system validation efforts for new products.
  • Conduct complex SW/HW troubleshooting and provide innovative solutions for process improvements.
  • Design and implement advanced SW testing frameworks to ensure product quality and performance.
  • Introduce and optimize automated testing methodologies to improve efficiency and reduce variability.

Process Optimization & Compliance

  • Lead data-driven decision-making using statistical analysis including DOE (Design of Experiments) CP/CPK and MSA (Measurement System Analysis).
  • Ensure full compliance with Strykers regulatory quality and operational standards.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain robust validation documentation.
  • Champion Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to drive operational excellence.

Required Skills & Competencies

  • Strategic thinker with the ability to balance short-term priorities and long-term goals.
  • Proven ability to analyze troubleshoot and optimize complex electromechanical systems.
  • Extensive experience in HW/SW design integration and validation.
  • Strong knowledge of automation robotics and advanced manufacturing processes.
  • Ability to influence collaborate and drive technical alignment across multiple stakeholders.
  • Experience with LabVIEW TestStand Python or other relevant software tools is a plus.
  • Deep understanding of PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly) processes and ability to review schematics effectively.

Education & Experience

  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • 10 years of experience in engineering roles
  • Demonstrated success in leading large-scale engineering projects and cross-functional initiatives.

Travel Percentage: 10%

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 contractors legal duty to furnish information.


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