R&D Engineer
Irvine, CA
Join Stryker and support the development of innovative medical device technologies designed to address complex vascular conditions. In this role, you will contribute to product design, testing, and development activities while working closely with cross-functional teams throughout the product lifecycle.
What You Will Do
- Design and verify mechanical components and assemblies for medical device products.
- Develop prototypes, test methods, fixtures, and equipment to evaluate product performance against design requirements.
- Conduct bench testing, data collection, and statistical analysis to support design and process decisions.
- Perform root cause investigations and support corrective actions for product and process issues.
- Create and maintain engineering documentation, including drawings, specifications, protocols, reports, and Design History File records.
- Collaborate with Marketing, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory Affairs, and other functions to support product development activities.
- Research customer, clinical, and market requirements and incorporate findings into product design considerations.
- Generate and evaluate new design concepts while supporting intellectual property and innovation activities.
What You Will Need
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related Engineering discipline.
- Minimum 0 years of engineering experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience using SolidWorks or similar CAD software.
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, design controls, and product development processes.
- Knowledge of statistical analysis methods and engineering problem-solving techniques.
- Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical documentation.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes, machine shop practices, or 3D printing technologies.
United States of America Pay Ranges:
- Puerto Rico: $64,400 - $94,400 USD Annual
- USN: $69,500 - $110,900 USD Annual
- US5: $73,000 - $116,400 USD Annual
- US10: $76,500 - $122,000 USD Annual
- US15: $79,900 - $127,500 USD Annual
- US20: $83,400 - $133,100 USD Annual
- US30: $90,400 - $144,200 USD Annual
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 contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
- Minimum 0 years of engineering experience
- Experience using SolidWorks or similar CAD software
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint
- Knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, design controls, and product development processes
- Knowledge of statistical analysis methods and engineering problem-solving techniques
- Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical documentation
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes, machine shop practices, or 3D printing technologies
Inari Medical Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Inari Medical and has not been reviewed or approved by Inari Medical.
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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.








