Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Contract: Permanent + full suite of benefitsLocation: Model Farm Road, CorkBusiness Area: Neurovascular (On‐Site)
About Stryker: We are excited to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces by Fortune Magazine! We offer a comprehensive rewards package that includes bonuses, healthcare, insurance, retirement, wellness initiatives and service recognition.
Position Overview: You will develop, optimise and sustain manufacturing processes for advanced neurovascular medical devices used in the treatment of strokes and aneurysms. The role emphasises precision, process reliability and adherence to regulatory and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Apply a prioritised approach in Value Centre Engineering to achieve key opportunities in quality, service and cost.
Assist in developing a world‑class manufacturing group proficient in process improvement and problem‑solving using Six‑Sigma tools.
Provide technical leadership on all product and process issues.
Monitor line performance; compile and execute structured event plans to remediate systemic issues.
Develop and implement supporting documentation, SOPs and process work instructions compliant with GMP.
Lead technical improvements under the Continuous Improvement Program (CIP).
Transfer and implement processes from development or other facilities.
Provide technical guidance to Process/maintenance Technicians and other Manufacturing/Equipment Engineers.
Support new product and process introduction, ensuring documentation follows Stryker’s New Product Development Process.
Process validation for products and processes (VP, IQ, OQ, PQ) and associated documentation.
Conduct Gauge R&R studies for products and new processes.
Carry out structured problem solving.
Lead value‑stream and cross‑functional projects, including scoping, budgeting, specification, execution and handover.
Interface with cross‑functional team members and third‑party vendors, practising good teamwork and supporting day‑to‑day operations.
Foster continuous improvement that supports Stryker’s Quality Policy and system regulations, ensuring employee training and documentation.
Observe Quality Management System requirements on site at all times.
Monitor and report variables feeding into business performance metrics, proactively identifying and resolving deficits.
Enforce all Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) requirements on site.
Manage material risks on the production floor in cooperation with Supplier Quality engineers.
Serve as a subject‑matter expert for Regulatory Audit purposes when appropriate.
Provide out‑of‑hours support as required by management or during shutdowns and equipment failures.
All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications, Knowledge & Skills
Level 8 Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical experience.
2–4+ years working in a manufacturing environment.
Proven project‑management skills through delivery of business‑critical projects.
Technical leadership, influencing and direction for engineers, co‑op students, technicians and operators.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a process‑improvement orientation.
Technological pioneer willing to source, investigate and implement automation advances.
Confident decision maker with proven leadership in negotiation and influence.
Manufacturing Engineer
Contract: Permanent + full suite of benefitsLocation: Model Farm Road, CorkBusiness Area: Neurovascular (On‑Site)
About Stryker: We are excited to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces by Fortune Magazine! Comprehensive rewards include bonuses, healthcare, insurance, retirement, wellness and service recognition.
Position Overview: You will develop, optimise and sustain manufacturing processes for advanced neurovascular devices used in stroke and aneurysm treatment. The role demands precision, process reliability and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure quality of process and product per OS and material specifications.
Maintain GMPs and system safety.
Participate in FMEA, Control Plan, SOP and PPAP generation for product transfers and scale‑ups.
Support capital acquisition: equipment specification, contract negotiation, installation and validation.
Provide training to manufacturing team members.
Interface with Materials Science, Design and Quality Assurance to deliver quality products timely.
Validate and support coating, machining and raw‑material suppliers.
Communicate and troubleshoot system and process issues with internal teams and external agents.
Lead and participate in cross‑functional process‑improvement initiatives.
Support new product and process introduction per Stryker’s New Product Development Process.
Validate products and processes (VP, IQ, OQ, PQ) and related documentation.
Conduct Gauge R&R studies.
Carry out structured problem solving.
Apply and develop statistical tools for continuous improvement projects.
Provide out‑of‑hours support during management requests or shutdowns.
All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications, Knowledge & Skills
Level 8 degree in Engineering, Science or related discipline.
0–2 years experience in a manufacturing environment.
Solid understanding of operations and impacts.
Strong communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.
Self‑starter with efficient work methods, analytical and problem‑solving skills, and multitasking in a fast‑paced environment.
Experience in FDA‑regulated or similar industry beneficial.
Experience in Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing with proven improvement results.
Green or Black Belt Six Sigma qualification.
Packaging Solutions – Post‑Launch Assessment
Position Summary: Lead the packaging solutions life‑cycle process for legacy product packaging design, providing technical support for internal customer network. Oversee PERs, NCRs, CAPAs and lead cost‑reduction projects to deliver high‑quality, cost‑effective and compliant medical‑device packaging.
What You Will Do
Lead post‑launch assessment activities of all product packaging design solutions for Recon products.
Provide technical support to Quality Assurance and Regulatory teams to investigate and recommend solutions to package and labelling design issues.
Own all package design related NCR/CAPA’s and ensure timely closure in line with corporate guidelines.
Take the voice of the customer for packaging, converting requests, complaints or general inquiries into appropriate actions.
Complete associated risk documentation for packaging.
Support Packaging Operations to troubleshoot, investigate and recommend solutions to package and labelling design issues.
Support Supply Chain on package and labelling design supplier issues or re‑sourcing activities.
Interface with Global PSE Packaging Group and other PSE team members, Quality Assurance/Regulatory and Operations to ensure equivalency of approach in equipment, processes and validation techniques.
Provide strategic direction and support to the PSE Packaging Solutions Group.
Lead and provide direction to other group members in complex situations, addressing obstacles and arranging resources.
Provide strategic direction on packaging development and new process efforts.
Assist in establishing priorities, imparting urgency and importance to effective project management and delivery on time and within cost structure.
Model team values and demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to the group’s vision.
Provide mentoring where applicable.
What You Will Need
Degree or higher in Engineering, Science or Business discipline.
Minimum 2 years relevant packaging experience within a regulated environment.
Business understanding of operations and individual impacts.
Strong communication skills with internal and external agents.
Flexibility essential with strong project‑management skills.
Enjoy working in a dynamic, results‑motivated team environment.
Self‑starter with efficient work methods, analytical and problem‑solving skills and ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
PC literate and strong Microsoft Office knowledge.
Process Engineer – Stantec
About the Role: As a Process Engineer you will deliver water treatment solutions across projects, leading process and detailed design of treatment systems, performing calculations, mass balances and performance assessments to develop efficient and reliable solutions.
Impact: You will help deliver safe, reliable and sustainable water infrastructure for communities. By designing effective treatment solutions you will ensure designs are efficient, compliant and deliver long‑term value while supporting a collaborative culture.
About You: Motivated, technically strong engineer who enjoys solving complex challenges and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
Key Attributes & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, chemical or process engineering, or related discipline.
Chartered engineer status or working towards chartership (or equivalent professional registration).
Proven experience designing water and wastewater treatment infrastructure, ideally for Uisce Éireann or other utilities.
Strong technical knowledge of water engineering principles, standards, regulations and industry best practice.
Senior Process Development Engineer – Advanced Operations
Contract: Permanent + full suite of benefitsLocation: Cork, Carrigtwohill IDA Business & Technology Park Innovation CentreBusiness Area: Supplier Development – Advanced OperationsHybrid Flexibility
About Stryker: We are excited to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces by Fortune Magazine! Comprehensive rewards include bonuses, healthcare, insurance, retirement, wellness initiatives and service recognition.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Supplier PPAPs for various components/complex assemblies, ensuring suppliers meet Stryker requirements for NPI.
Work with NPI team and suppliers to develop and agree PPAP plan for part/product characterisation, qualification, and launch readiness.
Apply lean/Six Sigma problem‑solving methodologies.
Input into process technology road‑mapping activities and drive innovation for future product launches.
Work with quality & metrology engineers to develop testing and inspection protocols. Participate in PFMEA, Control Plan, SOP and PPAP generation.
Complete first‑article inspections and capability studies for process control; generate production documentation as per Stryker’s new product development procedures.
Provide engineering support for new product and process introductions; train manufacturing team members and other engineers.
Ensure adherence to GMP and safety procedures.
All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications, Knowledge & Skills
L8 bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Precision Engineering or related discipline.
Minimum 2+ years relevant industry experience.
Passion for manufacturing technology/supplier development in a regulated environment.
Must read and interpret complex engineering drawings, understanding GDT.
Excellent interpersonal skills; express ideas to cross‑functional teams, collaborate and be open‑minded.
Innovative thinker; envisages new and better ways of doing things.
Experience in complex problem‑solving techniques related to manufacturing/design technical issues; sound judgement for mechanical and structural design.
Excellent analytical skills, plan, organize and implement concurrent tasks.
Good knowledge of manufacturing processes, inspection equipment, materials and process design.
Experience in FDA‑regulated industry beneficial.
Excellent attention to detail.
Equal Opportunity Statement
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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