Stryker’s Instruments Test Lab is seeking a Senior Test Engineer to perform development, verification, and lifecycle testing on the next generation of medical devices. As a member of the Test Lab Team, you will be a key part of bringing the next generation of cutting-edge medical technology to market.
In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating and conducting performance and lifecycle testing on assigned projects and products. You will act as the testing representative and primary technical point of contact between the Test Lab and the Product Development team responsible for the commercialization of equipment. This position will be key to determining test protocols, screening design concepts, developing new test methodologies, coordinating testing with other lab equipment, and working towards delivering on project due dates. This position may also coordinate other lab staff to keep the testing moving through 2nd and 3rd shift.
What You Will Do
In this role you will be responsible for the testing needs of a wide variety of products to make healthcare better. This includes assisting project teams with insightful feedback, hands on development of high quality test methodologies, and proactive planning to ensure reliable product testing. You will work to ensure team's testing needs are well thought out and proactively involve all of the necessary supporting groups before testing such as Metrology, Quality, CAE, and Test Operations. Individuals in this role may be responsible to:
Assist design groups and internal customers from the start of research all the way to final verification testing.
Select test equipment, develop test methods, create customized test fixtures, set-up test systems, and execute testing.
Design, develop, and implement high quality test systems customized to the product being tested.
Demonstrate a strong working knowledge of good laboratory practices, testing standards, procedures, statistical knowledge, and laboratory safety practices.
Communicate proactively and effectively to act as the key contact between stakeholders and the lab.
Assists with the formulation of test guidelines and procedures and may recommend revisions of specifications where necessary.
Evaluate, recommend, and maintain engineering-related test systems.
Assist Test Lab management with priorities, scheduling, and technician training for all work related to their allocated projects.
What You Need
Required Qualifications
Bachelor of Science is required, preference for Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology degree, preference for Masters/PhD.
A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience is required with a B.S.
Basic understanding of testing, testing equipment, good laboratory practices, and department metrics.
Proficient use of common laboratory test equipment is required.
Effective interpersonal communication skills are required
Must be able to occasionally lift up to 40 lbs.
Preferred Qualifications
Mechanical/electrical/software problem-solving skills are desired
Comfortable and confident speaking in front of small to medium groups of people.
Test Lab/ Test Systems experience preferred.
Exercise discretion and independence when applying professional expertise.
Able to manage time and projects proactively, complete documentation accurately and bring tasks through to completion with minimal supervision.
Able to analyze and correct complex processes and/or product issues using independent judgment.
This is a 1st shift position but may require face to face communication with 2nd and 3rd shift lab staff on occasion.
Medical Device experience in a highly regulated environment a plus.
$77,700 - $129,500 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 of Science (preferably Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology)
- Minimum of 2 years relevant experience with a B.S.
- Basic understanding of testing, testing equipment, good laboratory practices, and department metrics
- Proficient use of common laboratory test equipment
- Effective interpersonal communication skills
- Able to occasionally lift up to 40 lbs.
- Mechanical, electrical, and software problem-solving skills
- Comfortable speaking in front of small to medium groups
- Test Lab / Test Systems experience
- Ability to exercise discretion and independence applying professional expertise
- Proactive time and project management, accurate documentation, minimal supervision
- Ability to analyze and correct complex processes or product issues using independent judgment
- Willingness to coordinate with 2nd and 3rd shift lab staff when needed
- Medical device experience in a highly regulated environment
Inari Medical Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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.
