Test Engineer

Stryker; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Stryker is seeking a Biomedical/Electronic Engineer to support test processes and manufacturing design at our UK site. The role requires developing documentation, validating processes, and ensuring GMP compliance with cross-functional collaboration and external vendors.

The position emphasizes analytical problem solving, effective communication, and training manufacturing teams. It offers on-site work with flexibility options including remote/hybrid arrangements where applicable.

Qualifications

• Degree in Biomedical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent technical experience is required.
• Knowledge of quality systems and requirements of regulated environments.
• Knowledge of the medical devices industry and associated regulation.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and practices.
• Demonstrable analytical and problem-solving skills, a process improvement orientation, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent presentation and written/verbal communication skills.
• Capable of working autonomously and as part of a team; capable of training manufacturing team members.

Responsibilities

• Provide design, technical and operational support to test processes to meet business goals and objectives.
• Support manufacturing process design, validation and implementation for Pad-Pak capacity expanding.
• Develop or review test process documents including user requirements, functional specifications, risk assessment, design description, and traceability matrices.
• Development and implementation of SOPs and process work instructions compliant with GMP.
• Line performance monitoring and remediation of sub-optimal performance.
• Develop, implement, or review IQ/OQ/PQ related validation plans, protocols and reports.
• Interact with cross-functional teams and third-party vendors; deliver technical and training presentations to management, employees and contractors.
• Observe the Quality Management System requirements on site and enforce EH&S requirements.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Training capable

Education

Biomedical/Electronic Engineering degree

Job description

Work Flexibility: Onsite Initial 6 Month FTC Provide design, technical and operational support to test processes to meet business goals and objectives. Support manufacturing process design, validation and implementation for Pad-Pak capacity expanding. Provide Technical support for Test equipment and process onsite and offsite and ensure compliance with calibration schedule and requirements. Support all capital acquisition activity from specifying equipment, contract negotiation, Installation, and validation. Develop or review of test process documents including user requirements, functional specifications, risk assessment, design description, and traceability matrices. Development and implementation of appropriate supporting documentation, SOPs, and process work instructions compliant with current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Line performance monitoring, and the compilation and execution of structured event plans to remediate systemic issues that drive sub-optimal performance. Develop, implement, or review process validation plans, protocols, and reports associated with Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), and Performance Qualification (PQ). Assist in the evaluation of out-of-specification results and associated corrective actions. Actively interfacing with cross-functional team members and 3rd party Vendors, and always practicing good teamwork in support of the day-to-day operating requirements, and in pursuit of achieving the business targets Delivers and presents technical and/or training presentations to management, employees, and contractors. Observing the Quality Management Systems requirements on site at all times Adherence to, and enforcement of all Environment Health and Safety (EHS) requirements on site All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience Level 6 Degree in Biomedical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent technical experience is required. Knowledge of Quality systems and requirements of regulated environments Knowledge of the medical devices industry and associated regulation Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and practices Demonstrable analytical & problem-solving skills, a process improvement orientation, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced and results-oriented environment. Strong communication and influencing skills with both internal and external agents. Fostering a working environment of continuous improvement Excellent presentation and written / verbal communication skills. Capable of working autonomously A team player, with a flexible approach. Capable of training manufacturing team members

United Kingdom

Pay Ranges: £33,300 - £55,600 GBP 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.

Travel Percentage: 0%

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.

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.