Engineering Co-Op

Stryker Corporation; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentors and leadership guidance

Flexible working hours

Inclusive culture and DEI programs

Job summary

Stryker Belfast is seeking a Biomedical/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering co-op to contribute to the Operation Engineering team. You will work with Test and Manufacturing Engineers to support business objectives and gain hands-on experience in GMP-compliant documentation and NPI activities.

You will learn process validation, continuous improvement, and digital plant initiatives while observing quality and EHS requirements on site in Belfast.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.
• Proficient in Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Strong presentation and written/verbal communication skills.
• Good organizational, problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Flexible and able to handle changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Engineering leaders to meet business objectives.
• Apply engineering principles focusing on quality, service and cost.
• Gain insights on products and processes in a fast-paced industry.
• Develop and implement SOPs and GMP-compliant documentation.
• Assist in New Product Introduction processes for new products or processes.
• Support process validation activities and associated documentation.
• Identify improvement opportunities and monitor project results.
• Participate in system and process troubleshooting with teams and external agents.
• Engage in digital plant initiatives and drive continuous improvement.
• Adhere to Quality Management Systems and EHS requirements on site.

Skills

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Work Flexibility: Onsite This role will be based in our Belfast site. Throughout the placement, you will be an integral part of Stryker’s 2027 Cooperative cohort. As an Engineering co-op in Stryker Belfast Operation Engineering team you will have the opportunity to work closely with Test Engineers and Manufacturing Engineers as well as other stakeholders.

• Work with Engineering leaders to deliver business objectives.
• Application of engineering principles focused on quality, service and cost.
• Gain technical insights on all product and process and experience within a fast paced and growing industry.
• Development and implementation of appropriate supporting documentation, SOPs and process work instructions compliant with current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Assist in New Product Introduction (NIP) Process in implementing new products and/or processes.
• Support process validation for products and processes; VP, IQ, OQ, PQ and associated documentation.
• Identify process improvement opportunities, design and implement project plan, monitor and optimize results.
• Communicate and participate in system and process troubleshooting with support team members and with external agents.
• Involve in digital plant implementation and drive for continuous improvement.
• Observing the Quality Management Systems and Environment Health and Safety requirements on site at all times.

What you will need:

• Currently working on completion of Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.
• Proficient in Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Excellent presentation and written/verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.

What we can offer:

• Attractive salary & vacation entitlement.
• Experience our inclusive, people-first culture.
• You will be paired with mentors and have access to leaders who support your growth, give constructive feedback, and help build confidence.
• Flexible working hours.
• Sports & Social clubs and DE&I Employee Resource Groups and the opportunity to connect with other co-ops.
• The opportunity to contribute to real-world projects that make a difference in improving healthcare and patients’ lives.
• In Stryker, you will be given responsibilities that truly matter.

Belfast: £25,000 GBP Annual

Travel Percentage: None

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 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.