Senior Staff Design Engineer - R&D(Onsite)

Stryker • Salt Lake, UT

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Stryker Neurovascular is seeking a Senior Staff Engineer to provide technical leadership on complex, high-impact product development programs. This role will drive system-level design, guide technical decision-making, and mentor engineering teams while partnering cross-functionally to deliver innovative, compliant neurovascular solutions that improve patient outcomes. The team supports products within the Neurovascular division.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Biomedical, or related discipline).
• Minimum 6+ years of progressive engineering experience, with increasing technical responsibility.
• Experience working in the medical device industry.
• Demonstrated expertise in medical device product design, including development of complex systems and components.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with laser-cut hypotube processing and design, as well as catheter, guidewire, and vascular device development.
• Proven experience serving as a Lead Engineer on complex, cross-functional product development programs.
• Strong background in designing and optimizing complex mechanical and electro-mechanical assemblies, incorporating DFM principles, advanced prototyping, and design validation.
• Demonstrated expertise in engineering drawings, 3D modeling, GD&T, and CAE tools, with deep knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and the ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical design lead for high-visibility neurovascular programs, making final design decisions and providing technical oversight across extended teams.
• Translate user, clinical, and business needs into clear design inputs and specifications; independently architect and deliver complex system-level designs through product release.
• Lead research, design, prototyping, testing, and development of complex modules, assemblies, and subsystems, guiding resolution of advanced product design issues.
• Apply and mentor others in advanced engineering theories, principles, and best practices, while acting as a recognized technical expert within the business.
• Partner cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Clinical, Manufacturing, Marketing, and Project Management to ensure on-time, compliant project execution.
• Ensure medical device compliance by leading and mentoring on industry standards, design controls, test strategies, and creation of robust engineering documentation (e.g., DHF).
• Contribute to technology strategy, innovation, and IP, including technology exploration, invention disclosures, patents, or trade secrets aligned to business objectives.
• Demonstrate strong business acumen by supporting competitive and market strategy, engaging in customer-facing activities (VoC, customer-centric design), reporting to leadership, and holding self and others accountable for high-quality results.

What This Job Offers

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