Join Stryker’s Amplitude Vascular Systems (AVS) team in Waltham, Massachusetts as a Staff Mechanical Engineer, R&D. This engineering role supports advanced development of medical devices, with a focus on researching new concepts, building prototypes, and developing test methods to evaluate technical feasibility. You will contribute across the product development process, applying mechanical and electromechanical engineering expertise to explore new concepts, solve complex design challenges, and evaluate innovative technologies.
What you will do
- Research, design, develop, modify, and verify components, modules, and subsystems for medical devices.
- Translate user and clinical needs into design inputs, specifications, and system-level designs.
- Develop prototypes and testing methodologies to evaluate concept feasibility and address complex product design issues.
- Design and optimize mechanical and electromechanical assemblies using design for manufacturability principles, materials knowledge, and manufacturing processes.
- Create and evaluate engineering drawings and models using geometric dimensioning and tolerancing and computer-aided engineering tools.
- Apply applicable medical device standards and regulations to design requirements, verification strategies, design controls, and risk management activities.
- Create and refine engineering documentation, including Design History File documentation, in accordance with the Quality Management System.
- Partner with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Clinical, Marketing, and Project Management, communicating technical plans and supporting projects through design, development, and launch.
What you will need
Required qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- Minimum 4 years of engineering experience, preferably with research, prototyping, testing, feasibility, or product development.
Preferred qualifications
- Experience developing and optimizing mechanical or electromechanical assemblies using design for manufacturability principles.
- Experience creating engineering drawings and models and applying geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
- Experience using computer-aided engineering tools.
- Experience applying materials and manufacturing process knowledge to product design.
US20: $107,200 - $178,600 USD Annual
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Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
- Minimum 4 years of engineering experience, preferably in research, prototyping, testing, feasibility, or product development
- Experience developing and optimizing mechanical or electromechanical assemblies using design-for-manufacturability principles
- Experience creating engineering drawings and models and applying geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
- Experience using computer-aided engineering tools
- Experience applying materials and manufacturing process knowledge to product design
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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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