Design Engineer - Customized Implants

Stryker • Ventura, CA

20d • $76,500 - $122,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Stryker is seeking a Design Engineer for its Customized Implants division in Ventura, California. The division designs custom temporomandibular joint (TMJ) implants to restore jaw function. The role provides hands-on experience in a collaborative environment, working with experienced designers and clinical specialists to create patient-specific solutions.

The position is onsite five days per week at Stryker’s Ventura, California office. Candidates must live within commuting distance. Travel is 10%.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering; Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline is strongly preferred.
• Minimum 0 years of experience in engineering, design, or a related technical discipline.
• Strong customer focus and exceptional communication skills.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and not require employment-based sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Internship experience in engineering, product design, or medical device manufacturing environments.
• Basic understanding of human anatomy.
• Interest in medical device design and patient-specific solutions.
• CAD software experience, preferably SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

• Design patient-specific TMJ implants in accordance with established engineering procedures and surgeon preference listings.
• Evaluate CT scans and anatomical models for image quality, reference geometry, and suitability for design.
• Create 3D implant designs using CAD software based on surgeon input and patient-specific anatomy.
• Prepare design review packages, manufacturing drawings, and surgeon approval schematics.
• Partner with surgeons and field teams to incorporate patient-specific requirements into final designs.
• Coordinate with manufacturing and customer service teams to support design transfer and production readiness.
• Serve as a point of contact for internal stakeholders and clinical partners regarding design progress and updates.
• Maintain accurate design documentation and meet defined turnaround timelines for each case.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level