Senior R&D Packaging Engineer (m/f/x)

Stryker; Montbonnot-Saint-Martin; Hybrid; EUR 39,000 - 82,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flat hierarchies

Career development

Competitive salary & benefits

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Senior R&D Packaging Engineer at Stryker will lead packaging design and development for Trauma and Extremities, working with cross-functional teams to translate user needs into robust packaging solutions. The role involves integration of new products, prototype development, and collaboration with clinical advisors to ensure compliant, validated packaging through product launch.

The position is hybrid, with at least two days on-site in Montbonnot-Saint-Martin, France, or Cork, Ireland, on an

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science or engineering (mechanical/biomechanical) or manufacturing engineering.
• 2+ years of engineering experience, preferably in packaging engineering or biomechanical testing.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex initiatives from concept through release.
• Business-level fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Design packaging and actively participate in cross-functional teams to advance projects through design, development, and product launch.
• Integrate new products into packaging systems following acquisitions.
• Develop prototypes for design verification and validation.
• Collaborate with clinical advisors to gather input on design and evaluation of new packaging.
• Apply and manage design controls; write technical reports.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical engineering

Biomechanical engineering

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Work Flexibility: Hybrid

Why join Stryker? Looking for a place that values your unique talents? Discover Stryker's award-winning culture. Help bring new medical devices to market by developing innovative packaging for Stryker’s Trauma and Extremities portfolio. As a Senior R&D Packaging Engineer, you will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to turn user needs into packaging solutions, from concept through validation and product launch. Join an expanding team at a time of packaging transformation, with the opportunity to shape new product development and contribute to packaging innovation. We are looking for a Senior R&D Packaging Engineer to support our Trauma and Extremities division. This is a hybrid role that requires at least two days per week on site at either our Montbonnot-Saint-Martin (38), France, or Cork, Ireland, location. This position is offered on an 18‑month fixed‑term contract, with the possibility of extension depending on the company’s needs.

Who we want

Collaborative partners. People who build and leverage cross‑functional relationships to bring together ideas, data, and insights that drive continuous improvement across functions. Dedicated achievers. People who thrive in a fast‑paced environment and are committed to completing projects that meet regulatory requirements and expectations.

What you will do

As a Senior Packaging Engineer, you will design packaging and actively participate in—and sometimes lead—cross‑functional teams to advance assigned projects through packaging design and development to product launch. You will also be responsible for:

• Integrating new products into Stryker’s Trauma & Extremities packaging systems following company acquisitions.
• Developing innovative packaging for new products in line with user needs and current packaging design and development procedures.
• Developing prototypes for design verification and validation.
• Working with clinical advisors to gather input on the design and evaluation of new packaging.
• Applying and managing design controls.
• Writing technical reports.
• Actively participating in—and at times leading—cross‑functional design teams to develop new packaging, address design issues, and maintain existing packaging.
• Applying knowledge of all aspects of the surgical procedure to develop innovative solutions that meet customer needs.
• Developing and managing project plans and timelines in accordance with design control guidelines.

What you will need

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in science, mechanical/biomechanical engineering, quality management, or manufacturing engineering.
• 2+ years of experience in an engineering role, preferably in packaging engineering or biomechanical laboratory testing.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex initiatives from concept through release.
• Business‑level fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Preferred:

• Prior experience in the medical device industry or another highly regulated industry.
• Experience working with sterile packaging in accordance with ISO 11607-1.
• Ability to work on multiple subtasks in parallel.
• Ability to make complex decisions with guidance.
• Ability to multitask and to think on your feet.
• Team player with strong problem‑solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

What we offer

• Flat hierarchies and responsibility. Through flat hierarchies, we strengthen the initiative and willingness of our employees to take over responsible tasks.
• We grow talent. At Stryker we offer great personal and internal career development for our employees, with the possibility to make both vertical and lateral position movement.
• Team spirit & engagement. We create engaged and inclusive teams that encourage colleagues to share their diverse perspectives and opinions.
• Competitive salary and Benefits. With us, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with your job.
• Recognition of your performance. At our company, outstanding individual and cross‑functional team performance is rewarded.
• Ideas, projects, or other exceptional achievements can be submitted for various awards on a local and global level.
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Our ERGs are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and supportive workplace environment. They provide opportunities for development, networking, and collaboration, and are open to all employees.
• Our ERGs are committed to promoting inclusion and belonging, helping every individual thrive and contribute to our shared success.

France Pay Ranges: France: €39.300 - €65.600 EUR Annual

Ireland Pay Ranges: Ireland: €49,000 - €82,000 EUR Annual

At Stryker, we believe transparency helps candidates make confident decisions about their next career step.

Compensation is an important part of that process and we want to be clear about how pay is determined.

The compensation information posted for this role may be presented as a salary range or a fixed amount depending on the role.

In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for incentive compensation (such as bonus and/or commissions where applicable), along with Stryker’s comprehensive benefits package.

If you’d like to learn more about the salary or the benefits associated with this role, your recruiter will be happy to walk you through the details as you progress through the hiring process.

Travel Percentage: 20%

Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better.

We offer innovative products and services in Orthopaedics, Medical and Surgical, and Neurotechnology and Spine that help improve patient and hospital outcomes.

We are proud to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces! For more information, visit: www.stryker.com

Work Flexibility Remote – Role allows you to work the majority to 100% of time from an alternate workplace. These roles could have travel expectations, and you must work within the country of the job requisition location. Field‑based – You can expect to regularly work a majority to 100% of time at customer facilities and has a set territory or expectation to travel within a set boundary. Almost all sales roles would likely be qualified as field‑based. Onsite – Role is 100% located at a Stryker facility. Some ad hoc flexibility may be available depending on role, level, and job requirements. Manufacturing roles and any role that requires physical presence at the office would qualify under this category. Hybrid – You can expect to regularly work in both an alternate workplace and a Stryker facility. Roles that are partially remote or co‑located would qualify as hybrid, and the expectation to be onsite would be defined and agreed upon by your manager/supervisor.