Manager, R&D Engineering - NPD(Onsite)

Stryker • Irvine, CA

22h • $118,000 - $255,700 • Onsite

About The Position

At Stryker, we’re driven by a mission to make healthcare better. As a Manager, R&D Engineering – New Product Development (NPD), you’ll lead high-impact initiatives, mentor top talent, and shape the future of medical innovation. If you're passionate about engineering excellence and people leadership, this is your opportunity to make a difference. To learn more about Stryker’s Peripheral Vascular device portfolio, click here: Stryker PVD This is a fully onsite role based in Irvine, CA; candidates must live within commuting distance and be onsite 5 days per week.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in engineering.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver complex projects.
• Experience with regulatory compliance in medical device development.
• Proficiency in CAD and SolidWorks.

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years of direct people management experience.
• Medical device NPD expertise (Class II/III), including catheter and Nitinol design, and intellectual property (IP) development, is a huge plus.
• People leadership and business acumen: coaching and talent strategy, healthcare market/competitor understanding, project budgeting/financial accountability, and ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing engineering team, driving talent acquisition, engagement, and growth.
• Execute complex projects with accountability for planning, budgeting, staffing, and delivery of results.
• Apply problem-solving and process improvement methodologies to resolve technical and business challenges.
• Influence cross-functional teams and senior leaders through clear, strategic communication.
• Champion diversity, inclusion, and belonging in hiring and team development.
• Ensure compliance with medical device regulations and design control standards.
• Partner with customers and key opinion leaders to align technical strategies with clinical needs and objectives.
• Contribute to financial modeling and strategic planning for product segments or business functions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees