BACKGROUND

Stryker is an exceptional company with exceptional people who deliver exceptional results. We have differentiated ourselves by responding in innovative ways to the needs of our global customers and patients. We have created a work environment that attracts talented, driven people who love to win and to serve others. We hold ourselves accountable to reach or exceed our goals and to continually improve everything we do. These attributes are shared by the employees that make up Stryker. They are the things that bring us together. They are the foundation of all we do. And they are the enablers of both our past and future success. Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies with the most broadly-based range of products in orthopaedics and a significant presence in other medical specialties. Stryker works with respected medical professionals to help people lead more active and more satisfying lives. The Company's products include implants used in joint replacement, trauma, craniomaxillofacial and spinal surgeries; biologics; surgical, neurologic, ear, nose & throat and interventional pain equipment; endoscopic, surgical navigation, communications and digital imaging systems; as well as patient handling and emergency medical equipment. Stryker also provides outpatient physical therapy services in the United States. The Company's website address is http://www.stryker.com.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Principle Engineer will be the team expert in implant and instrument design work as well as lead segments of complex multifunctional teams to advance assigned projects through the design development process and ultimately through launch into the market.

REQUIREMENTS

10 + years of product design experience in the medical device industry or equivalent.
Expertise in the design of Spinal or Orthopedic Medical implants and instrumentation.
Expertise in the function, clinical issues and performance requirements of Spinal or Orthopedic implants.
Experience leading complex product development initiatives from concept through release.
Expertise in design controls within a regulated industry.
Ability to apply expertise across multiple projects to ensure good design practices and standards are met.
Experience with a parametric CAD design package. PRO E Preferred.
Identifying design performance requirements for Spinal implant / instrumentation systems.
Development and maintenance of best design practices for the development team.
Modeling and detailing of implant and instrumentation designs utilizing the PRO E design software.
Setting the direction and managing the work flow of other engineers within the scope of assigned projects.
Development of prototypes for design verification and validation.
Interfacing with clinical advisors to gether input for design and evaluation of new product.
Utilization / Management of the Design Controls including the mentoring of others in the use of these tools.
Technical report writing as needed.
Participation on crossfunctional design teams to develop new product as well as address design issues / maitenance of existing ones.
Expertise in all aspects of the surgical procedure in order to develop innovative solutions to solve / satisfy customer needs.
Develop and manage project plans and time lines with in the scope of the new product development guidelines.
Establishing and maitaining relationships with the key design consulting group in order to recognize and anticipate industry trends and user needs.

Bachelors degree in a science, with a Masters Degree in a technical discipline preferred. Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering preferred

HOW TO APPLY

Stryker is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce. To read more about Stryker, please visit our website at http://www.stryker.com. To apply online, please visit http://appclix.postmasterlx.com/track.html?pid=402881bd120d944e01120f412a8907af&source=bioinformatics. Additional Information Reference Code:4991BR. Contact Information: Stryker http://www.stryker.com