As a Manager, Engineering in R&D, you’ll support our Knee Business Unit within Stryker’s Joint Replacement Division and lead high-impact initiatives, mentor top talent, and shape the future of medical innovation. If you're passionate about engineering excellence and people leadership, this is your opportunity to make a difference and support a new product development team.
This is a hybrid role, and the candidate will need to be within commuting distance to our Mahwah, NJ office to be on-site 2 – 3 days per week.
To learn more about Stryker’s Joint Replacement portfolio click here: https://www.stryker.com/us/en/portfolios/orthopaedics/joint-replacement.html
What You Will Do
- Lead and develop a high-performing engineering team, driving talent acquisition, engagement, and growth.
- Execute complex projects with accountability for planning, budgeting, staffing, and delivery of results.
- Apply problem-solving and process improvement methodologies to resolve technical and business challenges.
- Influence cross-functional teams and senior leaders through clear, strategic communication.
- Champion diversity, inclusion, and belonging in hiring and team development.
- Ensure compliance with medical device regulations and design control standards.
- Partner with customers and key opinion leaders to align technical strategies with clinical needs.
- Contribute to financial modeling and strategic planning for product segments or business functions.
What You Will Need
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical or Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.
- Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in engineering or product development.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver complex projects.
- Experience with regulatory compliance in medical device development.
Preferred Qualifications
- At least 2 years of direct people management experience.
- Prior experience specifically in knee implants or joint reconstruction/implants.
- Proven success in coaching team performance and managing talent strategies.
- Strong understanding of healthcare market dynamics and competitors.
- Experience in budget creation and financial accountability at the project level.
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
- US20: $141,600 - $236,000 USD Annual
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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Biomedical or Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.
- Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in engineering or product development.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver complex projects.
- Experience with regulatory compliance in medical device development.
Inari Medical Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive for many roles, with employees described as 'extremely happy' with total compensation including pay, stock, equity, and benefits. Feedback suggests above‑average salary levels across departments contribute to strong pay sentiment.
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with 100% employer‑paid premiums for employees cited in multiple descriptions. Additional options like critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, and wellness programs reinforce the healthcare offering.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is characterized by unlimited PTO, cited as a top benefit by employees. Paid holidays and flexible hours are also referenced, expanding the range of time‑off options.
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What We Do
Inari Medical, Inc. is a commercial-stage medical device company focused on developing products to treat and transform the lives of patients suffering from venous diseases.
