Mechanical Engineer, R&D - Sustaining

Work Flexibility: Hybrid

At Stryker, we’re driven to make healthcare better by designing and developing products that improve patient outcomes. As a Mechanical Engineer in our Research & Development team, you’ll grow your skills in a collaborative, fast-paced environment while contributing to life-changing medical technologies. 

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You will need to live within commuting distance of our Mahwah, NJ office. This is a hybrid role, with on-site work required on average 3 days a week.

What You Will Do 

• Design, develop, and verify mechanical components for medical devices under supervision. 

• Assist in prototyping and bench testing to validate design concepts and performance. 

• Support root cause analysis and resolve technical challenges using data-driven approaches aligned with product requirements. 

• Conduct research and feasibility studies to inform product design decisions. 

• Translate customer needs into actionable design inputs that guide development. 

• Understand product use and clinical procedures to inform design strategy. 

• Create and refine engineering documentation in compliance with design control procedures. 

• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Clinical, Marketing, and Project Management teams. 

What You Will Need 

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Biomedical Engineering. 

• Entry-level (minimum 0 years) relevant work experience. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Fundamental understanding of mechanical engineering practices and tools. 

• Basic knowledge of design principles within a regulated environment. 

• Previous experience through an internship, contract assignment, or professional role in a related field.
• Familiarity with CAD or CAE modeling tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo). 

• Basic knowledge of analysis tools and statistical methods. 

• Understanding of materials and manufacturing methods. 

$82,900 - $128,900 salary plus bonus eligible + benefits. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

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.

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