AO Graduate Development Program

Stryker Group; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical technology company is launching its Global Engineering Development Programme aimed at upcoming or recent graduates in relevant engineering disciplines. This 20-month structured programme offers exciting opportunities to work on innovative product development and collaborate with global teams. Candidates should have a strong academic record and effective communication skills, with a preference for those familiar with manufacturing processes.

Benefits

Permanent Contract

Annual Target Bonus

Share Option Scheme

Pension Scheme

Health Care

Opportunity for Progression and Development

Hybrid Working

Employee Assistance Programme

Training and support with a dedicated mentor

Qualifications

• Candidates must have or be on course to attain a 2.1 result in a relevant degree.
• Self-starter with demonstrated efficient work methods.
• Strong communication skills with global teams.

Responsibilities

• Participate in various project teams.
• Develop innovative new product concepts.
• Implement quality systems and work with various engineering teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Self-starter

Education

Level 8 or above degree in Engineering disciplines

Job description

Stryker Advanced Operations (AO) Global Engineering Development Programme

I am delighted to share that we are now accepting applications for our Stryker Advanced Operations (AO) Global Engineering Development Programme (AOGEDP) – to begin in September 2026.

If you are an upcoming or recent graduate in a Level 8 or above Engineering, Software or Digital discipline-based Degree, then this is the opportunity for you!

Advanced Operations (AO) is Stryker’s function that specialises in new product introductions across all of our divisions. The “AO Global Engineering Development Programme” is a 20‑month structured programme that provides participants the opportunity to be part of a global team, with exposure to cutting‑edge technology varying from traditional manufacturing processes to additive manufacturing and robotics, as well as interactions with market‑leading Product Development, Quality Assurance and Operations teams from across the 9 Stryker divisions. The programme focuses on developing the skillsets, mindset and toolkit of each participant to enable them for success within Advanced Operations to support our wider business to be successful.

Responsibilities

• Participating in various project teams.
• Work with a highly creative design team to invent and develop innovative new product concepts.
• Investigation, design, development and implementation of new manufacturing processes and technology.
• Handover of new processes from development to production.
• Implement quality systems and work closely with Design, Quality and Manufacturing Engineering.
• Provide process validation support both internally and with vendors.
• Develop and qualify new test equipment and methods.
• Research, specify and qualify new test or prototyping equipment.
• Participate in various trainings to develop your skillset, mindset and toolkit.

What Are We Looking For?

• Dedicated achievers: People who thrive in a fast‑paced environment and are determined & driven to ensure commitments are met, projects are delivered and meet our extremely high quality and regulatory standards.
• Curious learners: People who seek out cutting‑edge research and information to expand and enhance their ability to be creative which supports the development of new ideas from concept into reality.
• Collaborative Partners: People who build and leverage cross‑functional relationships to bring together ideas, information, use cases, and industry analyses to develop best practices.

What You Need?

• Candidates must have already attained or be on course to attain a 2.1 result in a Level 8 or above Mechanical/ Manufacturing/ Biomedical/ Electrical/ Electronic/ Software/ Digital / BIS/ Project Management Discipline‑Based Degree.
• Candidates must have/will have attained the above between June 2024 and September 2026.
• Self‑starter with demonstrated efficient work methods, analytical & problem‑solving skills, and ability to handle multiple tasks at once.
• The individual should enjoy working in a fast paced, dynamic and results orientated team environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively work cross‑functionally and with global teams.
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, product, and process design.

Recruitment Process

• Initial Phone Interview
• Gallup Interview
• Technical Assessment & Final Interviews

Benefits of Working in Stryker

• Permanent Contract.
• Annual Target Bonus.
• Share Option Scheme.
• Pension Scheme.
• Health Care.
• Excellent opportunity for Progression and Development.
• Hybrid Working. Flexible Working Hours – 2.00 pm Finish on a Friday.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Employee Resource Groups, and Sports and Social Groups.
• Training and support with a dedicated mentor from day one.
• International Travel Opportunities.

This role will be posted for a minimum of 3 days.