Senior Mechanical Test Engineer

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Stryker Instruments - Senior Test Engineer, Engineering Services Test Lab

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 Team Member focused on bringing the next generation of cutting edge medical technology to market.

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Senior Test Engineer Description

The Senior Test Engineer 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 Group responsible for the commercialization of equipment. This position will be key to determining test protocols, screening design concepts and testing methods, coordinating testing with other lab equipment, and working towards delivering on project due dates. This position may also coordinate other lab staff to contribute to keep the testing moving through 2nd and 3rd shift.

Who we Need

• Curious learners. Engineers who seek out cutting-edge research and information to expand and enhance their ability to develop software.

• Collaborative partners . People who build and leverage cross-functional relationships to bring together ideas, information, use cases, and industry analyses to develop best practices.

• Motivated product launchers. Engineers who bring strategic direction and drive for execution to ensure products are developed and launched with precision.

What you will Do Key Areas of Responsibility

The successful candidate will be responsible for the testing needs of a wide variety of products to make healthcare better. This includes assisting the BU with feedback into their testing timelines, test protocol development, and proactive planning with the Test Lab Engineering and Operations teams when appropriate. The Senior Test Engineer will work to ensure PD'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.

• Assist design groups/internal customers from the initial development testing to final verification testing.

• May assist in selecting test equipment, protocol development, test set-up and test execution.

• Must have a strong working knowledge of good laboratory practices, testing standards, procedures, statistical knowledge, and laboratory safety practices.

• Is a key contact for PD in determining testing start and completion dates.

• Assists with the formulation of test guidelines and procedures and may recommend revisions of specifications where necessary.

• Evaluate, recommend, and maintain engineering-related computer systems.

• Will assist Test Lab management with priorities, scheduling, and technician training for all work related to their allocated projects.

• Will be a key Test Lab contact for the business unit they support.

• May coordinate the activities of 1 or more Lab Technicians

• May train others on functional area-related topics.

What you Need Must have skills

• 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

Nice to have skills

• Effective interpersonal communication skills are required.

• 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

• Must display a positive, collaborative attitude

• Must be able to manage time and projects proactively

• Must be able to bring tasks through to completion with minimal supervision

• Must be able to complete detailed documentation accurately

• Must be able to analyze and correct complex processes and/or product issues using independent judgment.

• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 40 lbs.

• 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

• Work from home on occasion, less than 10%

• Travel Percentage: less than 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.

About Stryker

Our benefits

• 12 paid holidays annually

• Health benefits include: Medical and prescription drug insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, personalized healthcare support, wellbeing program and tobacco cessation program.

• Financial benefits include Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), basic life and AD&D insurance, and short-term disability insurance.

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About Stryker

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 ~~~. (http:)

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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.