Senior Process Engineer (m/f/d) New Product Development

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Tuttlingen, Baden-Württemberg, DEU
In-Office
65K-109K Annually
Senior level
Healthtech • Other • Robotics • Biotech • Manufacturing
Together with our customers, we're on a mission to make healthcare better.
The Role
Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for new medical-device products, from initial concept through production launch. Manage process-development projects, manufacturing-process design, testing strategies, manufacturability, supplier selection, and supply-chain setup. Collaborate with international, interdisciplinary teams across R&D, production, quality, procurement, and process engineering. Apply automation, robotics, lean manufacturing, equipment design, and validation expertise in a regulated environment.
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Work Flexibility: Hybrid or Onsite

Our Advanced Operations (AO) team is responsible for the production processes for new products within our Communications business unit. We serve as the interface between R&D, production, quality and procurement, significantly contributing to the successful product launch.

Do you want to help shape the production of our operating tables and lights? Become part of this unique team in Tuttlingen!


Your key responsibilities:

  • As part of our international Advanced Operations team, you will actively shape the process development for innovative products in the field of OR infrastructure, from the first idea to the successful start of production.
  • In your role, you will make a significant contribution to achieving short development times, considering innovative manufacturing technologies, continuous development and optimization of our production processes.
  • You will independently manage projects and be responsible for the design and implementation of product-specific manufacturing processes and testing strategies.
  • You will support the selection of components, choose suitable suppliers, and set up the supply chain based on economic considerations.
  • From the first idea to the series launch, you will be responsible for the manufacturability of the product and the successful start of production.
  • You will work closely with interdisciplinary and international project teams and process experts from various departments.
  • Knowledge in fixture design is a plus.

What are we looking for? 

  • Based on a successfully completed degree in mechanical engineering or a comparable qualification, you ideally have 3 years of experience in the process development of medical devices.
  • You are familiar with the design of mechanical production/test equipment.
  • Furthermore, you are familiar with qualification and validation in a regulated environment.
  • You are also knowledgeable in automation, robotics and lean manufacturing.
  • You have excellent analytical skills with a strong focus on problem-solving and process improvement.
  • Your excellent communication skills in German and English enable you to easily communicate in an innovative, international, and intercultural environment.

Diversity is important to us. We welcome applications from people regardless of their ethnic, national or social origin, gender, disability, age or sexual identity. 


Additional information 

Thanks to our flexible working hours model, you will have the opportunity to work partially from the home office. A regular presence on site at our location (3-4 days per week) in Tuttlingen is required to build sustainable relationships and maintain personal contact with colleagues as well as the departments.  


Your application 
We are looking forward to your online application including all relevant documents such as CV, cover letter, transcript of results, and references. Please note to upload all attachments directly in our application procedure under the item "CV". 


Please note that the internal job title may differ from the ad title. 


  


Germany Pay Ranges:

  • Tuttlingen 40Std: €5.441 - €9.102 EUR Monthly

  


At Stryker, we believe transparency helps candidates make confident decisions about their next career step. Compensation is an important part of that process and we want to be clear about how pay is determined. The compensation information posted for this role may be presented as a salary range or a fixed amount depending on the role.  In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for incentive compensation (such as bonus and/or commissions where applicable), along with Stryker’s comprehensive benefits package.


If you’d like to learn more about the salary or the benefits associated with this role, your recruiter will be happy to walk you through the details as you progress through the hiring process.

  


Travel Percentage: 10%

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a comparable qualification
  • Approximately 3 years of experience in process development for medical devices
  • Experience designing mechanical production and testing equipment
  • Knowledge of qualification and validation in a regulated environment
  • Knowledge of automation, robotics, and lean manufacturing
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills focused on process improvement
  • Excellent communication skills in German and English
  • Knowledge of fixture design

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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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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The Company
HQ: Portage, MI
51,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1941

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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