Position Summary:
Independently determines and develops approaches to a variety of technical problems of moderate scope and complexity.
Uses latest engineering techniques to reduce product time to market whilst adhering to regulatory requirements, project deadlines and product costs.
Builds productive internal and external working relationships and may periodically provide guidance and train other team members.
Key Areas of Responsibility:
- Process development and characterisation of various metrology processes (automated / manual) associated with new product launches.
- Execute Metrology process concepts, process benchmarking, research and process selection.
- Lead / support capital acquisition activity from specifying equipment, testing, liaising with equipment / component suppliers. Complete RFQ, evaluation, selection and user requirement specifications.
- Complete Equipment Qualification of Metrology equipment / any other processes as required by the project.
- Identify and optimise tooling and fixturing for inspection processes.
- Complete Gage R&Rs, FAIs, process capability studies and inspection program releases in accordance with Stryker new product development procedures.
- Generate / support generation of PFMEAs, Control Plans, Guidance Documents, applicable process related documentation associated with product launches.
- Participate in process reviews, lessons learned, print reviews – providing DFM / DFI / DFA feedback.
- Generate / review / approve validation documentation.
- Collaborate with production partners to ensure successful transfer of inspection processes and knowledge.
- Ensure adherence to GMP and safety procedures.
- All other duties as assigned.
- B.S in Mechanical / Manufacturing / Precision Engineering or related engineering discipline with 2 or more years’ industry experience.
- Passion for Engineering / Process Development / Pushing Boundaries of Technical Excellence.
- Experience of characterisation of CMMs / vision systems / gauges / other inspection equipment / processes would be advantageous.
- Read and interpret complex engineering drawings and can understand geometrical dimensioning and tolerancing.
- Excellent interpersonal skills – must be able to express ideas to the wider cross functional team, collaborate with cross functional teams to achieve project goals, and be open minded with the ability to recognise good ideas.
- Innovative thinker - should be able to envisage new and better ways of doing things. Continuous improvement and lean 6 sigma mindset advantageous.
- Experience in executing complex problem solving related to manufacturing / design technical issues. Good instincts and sound judgement for mechanical and structural design.
- Excellent analytical skills, ability to accurately plan, organise and implement concurrent tasks.
- Good knowledge of manufacturing processes, inspection equipment, materials and process design.
- Experience in an FDA regulated or regulated industry beneficial.
- Excellent attention to detail.
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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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