Biomedical/Mechanical Engineering Co-op 2027 - Cork (Summer Start)

Stryker Group; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary & vacation

Flexible hours

Mentors

DEI groups

Healthcare impact

Job summary

Stryker Group in Cork is seeking a placement student to be based at one of our Cork sites, performing testing on medical device products and components using automated, semi-automated and manual methods. You will follow test protocols and report results in writing and verbally, helping evaluate product and component performance.

Throughout the 6, 9 or 12 month placement, you will collaborate with Research & Development, Advanced Operations and Global Quality Operations on development and

Qualifications

• Currently completing an Irish or Northern Irish university qualification in Engineering (Mechanical or Biomedical)
• Excellent visual acuity and fine motor skills with attention to minute inconsistencies
• Ability to analyze and correct complex testing and systems issues using independent judgment
• Honesty and integrity; comply with quality system, regulations and company policies
• Self-motivated, flexible and hardworking in a dynamic, fast environment
• Team player capable of working in a multi-disciplined team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and basic PC skills
• Keen interest in Engineering and eagerness to learn and develop
• Available for 6, 9 or 12 months – start date to be discussed

Responsibilities

• Identify a process improvement project with objectives, scope, milestones and evaluation metrics
• Support R&D, Advanced Operations and Global Quality Operations on development and verification testing
• Develop and coordinate inspection and testing procedures for prototypes and components
• Formulate test guidelines and revise specifications as needed
• Set up and perform routine to non-routine experiments in compliance with FDA requirements
• Extract and process test data into written and verbal reports
• Assist in designing, installing and maintaining test sampling systems, procedures and fixtures
• Maintain test laboratory housekeeping to high standards
• Coordinate with facilities and assist in maintenance of test equipment and fixtures
• Demonstrate dependability, initiative, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Team player

Communication skills

Independent judgment

Hardworking

Organizational skills

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Biomedical Engineering

Tools

PC skills

Job description

This role will be based in one of our Cork sites. Perform testing on medical device products and components using automated, semi-automated and manual methods. Follow test request protocols and report through mainly written but also verbally on the results of the tests. Evaluate variable data and understand and articulate attributes of product and component performance.

Throughout the placement, you will be an integral part of Stryker’s 2027 Cooperative cohort.

Tasks and responsibilities may include:

• Together, with your Stryker team leader and college supervisor, identify a process improvement project along with project objectives, scope, success factors, milestones and evaluation metrics

• Provide support to Research & Development, Advanced Operations and Global Quality Operations on the development and verification testing of new and existing products

• Develop and coordinate inspection and testing procedures for prototypes, components and products

• Formulate test guidelines and procedures and recommend revisions of specifications where necessary

• Set up and perform routine to non-routine experiments of moderate scope which comply with FDA requirements and appropriate engineering standards

• Extract and process test data/findings into both formal written and verbal reports which comply with FDA requirements and appropriate engineering standards

• Assist in designing, installing and maintaining process sampling systems, procedures, statistical techniques, testing mechanisms, equipment and fixtures

• Comply with documentation procedures and maintain test laboratory housekeeping standards to the highest level

• Coordinate with facilities and assist in the maintenance of test equipment and test lab fixtures and fittings

• Effectively adapts to practically working in a workplace by being dependable, punctual, initiative-taking, hardworking, organised and a team-player

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

• 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.

What you will need:

• Currently completing an Irish or Northern Irish university qualification in Engineering courses including:

  • Mechanical Engineering

  • Biomedical Engineering

• Have very good visual acuity and demonstrate fine motor skills, as well as observe and correct minute inconsistencies (e.g. in the printed word, product appearance, etc.)

• Must be able to analyze and correct complex testing and/or systems issues of a broad scope using independent judgment

• Honesty and integrity; must comply with the quality system, regulations, and company policies

• Self-motivated, flexible, and hardworking - enjoys working in a dynamic, fast and results orientated environment

• Is a team player and capable of working as part of a multi-disciplined team

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as a basic level of PC skills

• A keen interest in all things Engineering, as well as an eagerness to learn and develop

• Available for either 6, 9 or 12 months – exact duration and start date to be discussed with your Talent Acquisition Business Partner at Stryker

Ireland: €30,000 EUR Annual

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