Project Engineer, Advanced Operations Global Engineering Development Program

Stryker Corporation; Tempe (AZ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Stryker Corporation is seeking graduates for the Advanced Operations Global Engineering Development program. This 20-month role offers on-site rotations through AO, R&D, Quality and Operations, with exposure to leadership and global collaboration.

You will gain hands-on engineering experience, learn GD&T, six-sigma, validation, and transfer requirements while developing leadership and technical skills for a career in medical device manufacturing.

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in Engineering; graduation must be Dec 2026 or Spring 2027.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA (or equivalent).
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Willingness to travel internationally.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for new product and process introductions per NPD procedures.
• Ensure process and product quality per specifications and GMP guidelines.
• Assist in selecting components and equipment based on analysis and regulatory needs.
• Support capital acquisition activities and project documentation.
• Perform PFMEA, control plans, SOP and PPAP activities for transfers/launches.
• Complete capability studies and inspection documentation for new processes.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Travel internationally

Self-starter

Education

Industrial & Operations Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Work Flexibility: Hybrid or Onsite

Who we want: Challengers. People who seek out the hard projects and work to find just the right solutions. Teammates. Partners who listen to ideas, share thoughts and work together to move the business forward. Charismatic networkers. Relationship-savvy people who intentionally make connections with both internal partners and external contacts. Strategic thinkers. Individuals who propose innovative ideas and consistently exceed their performance objectives. Customer-oriented achievers. Individuals with an unparalleled work ethic and customer-focused attitude who bring value to their partnerships. Game changers. Persistent interns who will live out Stryker’s mission to make healthcare better.

The Program

This role is part of the Advanced Operations Global Engineering Development program that provides engineering and leadership development across several areas of Stryker’s business. Project Engineers in this role will have the opportunity for on-site functional rotations between the Advanced Operations, R&D, Quality and Operations organization, gaining highly valuable experience in key areas of Device Manufacturing Business. The program is 20 months in duration and begins in September of each year. Core training opportunities in both hard engineering and soft personal skills for example, validation activities in regulated industry, design transfer requirements, GD&T, additive manufacturing, six-sigma greenbelt, presentation skills, finance, and global interactions are integrated into the program. Exposure to Senior Leadership within Stryker and networking opportunities including global interactions across the business are a fundamental part of the program.

What you get out of the program

Stryker, a global leader in medical technology takes great pride in their people, and that’s why we’re looking to expand our talent. As a result, we are looking for the best and brightest graduates to strengthen our team and drive our business going forward. A development journey that’s tailored to you! The Advanced Operations Global Engineering Development Program is designed specifically for highly talented individuals who are looking for an accelerated career progression.

Participants will benefit from:

• Networking with Senior Leadership
• Exposure to cutting edge technology
• Executive mentorship
• Global collaboration & training programs

All resulting in inspiring & fulfilling careers, enduring friendships, and accelerated career progression!

Functional Rotation Opportunities

As a program participant, graduates will begin their journey with Advanced Operations, then rotate through two other functional areas before returning to Advanced Operations.

Advanced Operations (AO)

AO plays a critical role in Stryker that interfaces between R&D activities and manufacturing, translating design requirements into manufacturing and process requirements and designs and specifies the manufacturing process for either internal manufacturing or external manufacturing partnership.

Rotations may include two of the following

Supply Chain Optimization

The function of the Supply Chain Optimization organization is to unlock value, reduce supply risk and streamline our current production chains through use of manufacturing transfer. Team members will perform due diligence and provide manufacturability assessments on product transfers to both Stryker production facilities and strategic suppliers. Team members will also work with our global partners and senior leaders by creating in-depth scoping plans and cost-benefit analyses that drive business excellence and both top and bottom-line growth.

Quality

At Stryker, Quality always comes first. Whether it is new product development or sustaining existing products, Quality Engineers are the voice of quality for Stryker. They are responsible for reliability engineering, human factors engineering, risk management, design validation and more, while ensuring compliance to FDA Quality System Regulations and ISO 13485.

Operations Manufacturing Engineers

They are key players in supporting Manufacturing and Operations of Stryker products. The function focuses on opportunities to increase capacity, reduce scrap, improve safety, monitor existing processes, and identify and implement process improvements while adhering to medical device manufacturing regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for new product and process introductions, ensuring that all activities are completed and documented in accordance with the Stryker new product development procedures.
• Ensure quality of process and product as defined in the appropriate operation and material specifications.
• Will assist in the selection of components and equipment based on analysis of specifications, reliability and regulatory requirements.
• Support capital acquisition activities.
• Will analyze equipment to establish operating data, conduct experimental test and result analysis. Participate in process review meetings.
• Participate in PFMEA, Control Plan, SOP and PPAP generation associated with product transfers and launches.
• Complete capability studies for in process inspection and generate subsequent Inspection documentation.
• Conduct MSA studies for new products and new processes.
• Provide training for manufacturing team members.
• Ensure adherence to GMP and safety procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

Majors targeted

Industrial & Operations Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

What You Need

• B.S or M.S. in Engineering ; we will only consider candidates with December 2026 or spring of 2027 graduation dates
• 3.0 minimum cumulative GPA (or equivalent)
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and not require employment-based sponsorship now or in the future
• Ability to travel internationally
• Self-starter with demonstrated efficient work methods, analytical & problem-solving skills and ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• 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 externally as required.
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, product and process design.
• Must be able to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and have the ability to understand geometrical dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Experience in an FDA regulated or regulated industry beneficial.
• High level of PC Skills required.
• Excellent attention to detail.

The Company

Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies and, together with our 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 grow talent. We give you the opportunity to develop your career based on your strengths and potential, including the possibility to move geographically, functionally, laterally and vertically. Stryker is a career destination for engaged, passionate and talented people who are driven to seek the innovation, growth and opportunity that only we offer.

United States of America Pay Ranges

• Puerto Rico: $64,400 - $94,400 USD Annual
• USN: $69,500 - $110,900 USD Annual
• US5: $73,000 - $116,400 USD Annual
• US10: $76,500 - $122,000 USD Annual
• US15: $79,900 - $127,500 USD Annual
• US20: $83,400 - $133,100 USD Annual
• US30: $90,400 - $144,200 USD Annual

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Travel Percentage

10%

Stryker Corporation equal opportunity employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. Stryker Corporation will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

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.