Senior Mechanical Engineer, R&D
Portage, MI
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer on our Research & Development team, you will contribute to the design, development, and verification of orthopedic instrument products while collaborating with cross-functional teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
Work Flexibility:
Hybrid: candidates must reside within commuting distance of Portage, MI and be able to work onsite 4 days per week.
What You Will Do
- Design, develop, and verify mechanical components, assemblies, and subsystems for medical devices.
- Translate product and user requirements into engineering specifications and detailed mechanical designs.
- Create prototypes and conduct testing to evaluate product performance, functionality, and design feasibility.
- Analyze technical data and investigate design challenges to identify and implement engineering solutions.
- Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including design records and technical reports, in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Apply design control, risk management, and quality system requirements throughout the product development process.
- Partner with Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory Affairs, Marketing, and other stakeholders to support project milestones and design reviews.
- Manage project priorities and engineering deliverables to support program timelines and development objectives.
What You Will Need
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Minimum 2 years of engineering experience in product development, mechanical design, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience creating engineering drawings and 3D models using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software; Creo preferred.
- Experience working in the medical device industry or another regulated industry.
- Knowledge of mechanical design principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.
- Familiarity with design controls, risk management, and product development documentation requirements.
- Experience supporting verification testing and technical analysis activities.
$77,700 - $129,500 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 Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Minimum 2 years of engineering experience in product development, mechanical design, or a related field.
- Experience creating engineering drawings and 3D models using CAD software (Creo preferred).
- Experience working in the medical device industry or another regulated industry.
- Knowledge of mechanical design principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.
- Familiarity with design controls, risk management, and product development documentation requirements.
- Experience supporting verification testing and technical analysis activities.
Stryker Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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.
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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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