Senior Staff Mechanical Engineer
Work Arrangement: Hybrid, with up to 2 days onsite per week.
At Stryker, this role plays a key part in advancing the development of medical device products by applying deep mechanical engineering expertise to complex product and subsystem design challenges. As a senior technical contributor, you will lead defined technical workstreams, help translate user and business needs into engineering solutions, and support the delivery of high-quality products that meet customer, regulatory, and business requirements.
What You Will Do
- Lead the research, design, development, modification, evaluation, and improvement of mechanical and electro-mechanical modules, assemblies, and subsystems.
- Translate user needs into design inputs and specifications and independently develop complex system-level designs.
- Plan, execute, and guide advanced prototyping, testing, design verification, and technical problem-solving activities.
- Drive resolution of complex product design issues and support continuous product and process improvements.
- Explore emerging technologies and contribute to innovation activities, including invention disclosures, patents, and trade secrets.
- Develop and refine engineering documentation, including Design History File content and technical design records, in accordance with applicable medical device requirements.
- Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Clinical, Marketing, and Project Management teams to support successful product development and commercialisation.
- Mentor engineers, promote engineering best practices, and contribute to the development of procedures, processes, systems, and technical standards.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent
- 6+ years of industry experience
- Experience designing and developing complex mechanical and/or electro-mechanical assemblies.
- Experience applying Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles to product development.
- Experience creating engineering drawings, 3D models, and applying Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, processing methods, and technologies used in complex product development.
- Experience translating user needs into engineering requirements and product designs.
- Experience working within regulated medical device product development environments.
- Ability to communicate technical information and engineering plans to cross-functional stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience using SolidWorks.
- Advanced knowledge of GD&T applications and design optimisation techniques.
- Experience using Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) tools to support product design and development.
- Understanding of clinical procedures and their application to product development activities.
Benefits: Full suite of company benefits, including pension, healthcare, life insurance, work-from-home flexibility, Education Assistance Program, and a corporate bonus, etc.
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United Kingdom Pay Ranges:
- United Kingdom: £49,300 - £82,100 GBP Annual
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 Engineering or equivalent
- 6+ years of industry experience
- Experience designing and developing complex mechanical and/or electro-mechanical assemblies
- Experience applying Design for Manufacturability principles to product development
- Experience creating engineering drawings and 3D models
- Experience applying Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
- Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, processing methods, and technologies used in complex product development
- Experience translating user needs into engineering requirements and product designs
- Experience working within regulated medical device product development environments
- Ability to communicate technical information and engineering plans to cross-functional stakeholders
- Experience using SolidWorks
- Advanced knowledge of GD&T applications and design optimization techniques
- Experience using Computer-Aided Engineering tools to support product design and development
- Understanding of clinical procedures and their application to product development activities
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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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