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Position Summary:
This role will drive development & execution of test methods for a next generation neurovascular products used for Hemorrhagic & Ischemic Stroke procedures. The position requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment among various stakeholders on the project. This role involves hands-on work to support the development & validation of test methods, leverage engineering principles and drive innovation in the neurovascular field.
Position Summary:
This role will drive development & execution of test methods for a next generation neurovascular products used for Hemorrhagic & Ischemic Stroke procedures. The position requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment among various stakeholders on the project. This role involves hands-on work to support the development & validation of test methods, leverage engineering principles and drive innovation in the neurovascular field.
The successful candidate must excel in a focused, high-energy small-team environment. The position will require close partnership with cross-functional teams, including but not limited to product development teams, preclinical team, quality, and regulatory teams.
Quick learning and a desire to understand requirements from a clinical and design perspective are essential to become a valuable Test R&D engineer. A proven sense of mutual responsibility and shared reward is required. You will understand the product from both a technical perspective and the user's viewpoint, and drive definition and development of robust test strategy, as well as recommend design & process improvements.
Who we want:
* Analytical problem solvers: People who go beyond just fixing to identify root causes, evaluate optimal solutions, and recommend comprehensive upgrades to prevent future issues.
* Dedicated achievers: People who thrive in a fast-paced environment and will stop at nothing to ensure a project is complete and meets regulations and expectations.
* Curious learners: People who seek out cutting-edge research and information to expand and enhance their ability to develop new ideas into reality.
* Goal-oriented engineers: Keeping the customer and requirements squarely in focus, people who deliver safe and robust solutions.
* Effective communicators: People who can interpret information clearly and accurately to concisely communicate results and recommendations to stakeholders, senior management, and their teams.
What you will do:
* Develop, execute, and document test protocols and reports to support product development, verification, validation, and regulatory submissions
* Design and validate test methods, including Test Method Validation (TMV) and Gage R&R studies
* Analyze test data using statistical tools (e.g., Minitab, JMP) and lead structured problem solving for test or product-related issues
* Develop automated test setups and integrate computer vision systems where applicable to improve repeatability, traceability, and throughput
* Implement continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging lean principles and automation to reduce variability and testing cycle time
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, and Regulatory Affairs to ensure test strategies align with project and compliance needs
* Support root cause investigations, CAPAs, and change control through structured test analysis
* Maintain and develop custom test fixtures and simulated-use models, ensuring physiological relevance for neurovascular applications
* Ensure all test activities are executed in compliance with applicable standards (e.g., ISO 10555, ISO 14971, ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR Part 820)
* Analyzing test data, identify non-conformance trends, generate concise executive summaries, and recommend design improvements.
* Contribute to requirements discussions and provide inputs from test engineering perspective.
* Participate in design change reviews and provide feedback on test impact and regression analysis.
* Ensure quality of deliverables for self as well as the team
* Contribute to capability building by identifying potential areas and developing capabilities.
What you need:
* Education: B.S/B.Eng./MS/M.Eng/Ph.D in Engineering
* Proficient in test method development, Gage R&R, and statistical data analysis
* Experience with computer vision systems and integrating sensors or vision components in automated testing
* Hands-on knowledge of test equipment including Instron, pressure systems, flow loops, and tensile/fatigue testers
* Strong documentation practices and understanding of design control, risk analysis (ISO 14971), and validation procedures
* Strong problem-solving skills and debugging of complex mechanical and electromechanical systems.
* Effective interpersonal, communications skills and demonstrated track of having worked in a global team setup
* 3–6 years of experience in a medical device or other regulated environment
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience with catheter, stent, or guidewire-based devices, ideally in neurovascular or cardiovascular domains
* Familiarity with LabVIEW, MATLAB, or Python for data acquisition and control
* Experience with SolidWorks or similar CAD for fixture development
* Strong verbal and written communication skills for documentation and cross-functional collaboration
* Track record of continuous improvement, lean implementation, and automation of manual test procedures
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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 150 million patients annually.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Quality Assurance
* Industries
Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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