The Program
This role is part of the Research and Development Engineering Development Program, designed to cultivate engineering and leadership skills across key areas of Stryker’s innovation ecosystem. Engineers in this program will participate in on-site functional rotations within R&D gaining hands-on experience in critical aspects of medical device development. The program spans 20 months, beginning each September, and includes comprehensive training in both technical and professional competencies. Participants will also benefit from exposure to Senior Leadership and networking opportunities across Stryker’s global business units.
What You Get Out of the Program
Stryker, a global leader in medical technology, is committed to investing in exceptional talent. We’re seeking the brightest graduates to join our team and help shape the future of healthcare innovation.
This development journey is tailored for high-potential individuals seeking accelerated career growth. The Research and Development Engineering Development Program offers:
Direct engagement with Senior Leadership
Exposure to cutting-edge R&D technologies
Executive mentorship
Global collaboration and cross-functional training
All of which lead to inspiring careers, lasting professional relationships, and fast-tracked career progression.
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: What you will do:
Technical Responsibilities:
- Design and develop electrical components for medical devices.
- Apply circuit and electrical system test methods.
- Assist with prototyping and bench testing.
- Support problem solving, identify potential solutions, and evaluate them against requirements.
- Under supervision, conduct research and studies to support product design.
Business Responsibilities:
- Interpret customer needs and understands design inputs.
- Understand the product’s intended use and clinical procedures.
Med Device Compliance:
- Understand fundamental industry standards, design requirements and test strategies which align with regulatory requirements.
- With supervision, create or refine engineering documentation, such as the Design History file per company design control procedures.
- Learn R&D procedures like design controls and risk management, per the Quality Management System.
General Responsibilities:
- Work cooperatively with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Clinical, Marketing and Project Management to ensure project success and contribute to the project as a team member.
- Learn procedures, policies, processes, systems, and technology required.
- Work on problems in limited scope; purposefully learn while gaining experience.
- Demonstrate ownership and integrity of work.
- Build stable relationships.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: What you will need (strongly desired):
Technical Skills:
- Basic knowledge of electrical components and manufacturing methods.
- Basic ability to read and interpret electrical drawings.
- Basic understanding of the electrical design process.
- Knowledge of design and concept generation CAD, CAE, or simulation tools.
- Knowledge of analysis tools and statistical methods.
- Knowledge of system components and associated requirements.
Preferred Skills / Engineering tools:
- Familiarity with Altium Designer
- Specifies precise new product functional requirements; designs, tests and integrates components to produce final designs; and evaluates the design's overall effectiveness.
- Designs, develops, executes testing to define or assess product specifications
- Utilizes CAD (Computer Aided Design) or CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) systems to model new designs and produce engineering drawings.
- Utilizes MATLAB, Python, C++ or other tools to develop concepts and prototypes to select and refine designs.
- Prior experience with robotic or other electro-mechanical systems is preferred.
- Proficiency with MATLAB or scripting languages required.
- Data analysis and statistics experience with Minitab is preferred.
- This position requires knowledge that is acquired through experience, specialized education or training.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: What you will need (must have):
- Bachelor's degree in Robotics Engineering, Electrical Enginering, or related discipline & 0+ years of work experience.
- We will only consider candidates with graduation dates of December 2026 or Spring 2027.
United States of America Pay Ranges:
- USN: $77,700 - $129,500 USD Annual
- US5: $81,600 - $136,000 USD Annual
- US10: $85,500 - $142,500 USD Annual
- US15: $89,400 - $148,900 USD Annual
- US20: $93,200 - $155,400 USD Annual
- US30: $101,000 - $168,400 USD Annual
Travel Percentage: NoneStryker 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 Robotics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline
- Graduation date of December 2026 or Spring 2027
- 0+ years of work experience
- Proficiency with MATLAB or scripting languages
- Basic knowledge of electrical components and manufacturing methods
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings
- Understanding of the electrical design process
- Knowledge of CAD, CAE, or simulation tools
- Knowledge of analysis tools and statistical methods
- Knowledge of system components and associated requirements
- Familiarity with Altium Designer
- Experience with robotic or electromechanical systems
- Data analysis and statistics experience with Minitab
- Experience designing, testing, and integrating components
Stryker Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Stryker and has not been reviewed or approved by Stryker.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options with HSA support and global mental‑health access indicate broad, accessible care. These features materially enhance the overall value of the total‑rewards package.
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Retirement Support — A meaningful 401(k) company match with potential additional company contribution, alongside an ESPP, supports long‑term savings and wealth building. Documented plan specifics help employees understand eligibility, timing, and vesting mechanics.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental and caregiver leave, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and practical supports like breast milk shipping reflect a comprehensive, family‑friendly approach. These offerings address varied family‑building paths and caregiving needs.
Stryker Insights
What We Do
Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 130 million patients annually. More information is available at www.stryker.com. Together with our customers, we are driven to make healthcare better.
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