Senior Packaging Engineer, R&D

Why engineering at Stryker?

At Stryker we are dedicated to improving lives, with a passion for researching and developing new medical device products. As an engineer at Stryker, you will be proud of the work that you will be doing, using cutting-edge technologies to make healthcare better. Here, you will work in a supportive culture with other incredibly talented and intelligent people, creating industry-leading medical technology products. You will also have growth opportunities as we have a culture that supports your personal and professional development.

Need another reason to apply? Check out these 8 reasons to join Stryker's engineering team: https://www.strykercareersblog.com/post/8-reasons-to-join-strykers-engineering-team 

(12 months Fixed Term role)

Position Summary

The Senior Packaging Engineer, R&D Packaging will be a member on new product development and sustaining project teams with responsibilities for development of packaging components, artwork design, design verification, shelf life testing and compliance related activities. This resource will also lead teams on special activities and research which have business impact. 

What you will do:

• ​Execute packaging usability research and participate in Voice of the Customer activities.
• Develop packaging components that improve the customer experience, working with a drafter to develop 3D models and Artwork.
• Demonstrate development life cycle knowledge through delivery of high quality deliverables.
• Work cooperatively with quality, manufacturing, regulatory, clinical, marketing, R&D device designers, supply chain, vendors, and distribution centers – across geographies -- to ensure project success.
• Build Quality into all aspects of product development and support by maintaining compliance to all quality requirements and leading improvements and development of solutions that make it easier for the organization to maintain compliance in complex areas (such as ever-evolving regulatory requirements worldwide).
• Support audits, non-conformances and CAPAs as needed.
• Lead small- scale Packaging projects to drive changes across the packaging team.
• Mentor or supervise technical staff as needed.
• Role-model a high level of service and responsibility in managing a high and varied workload from internal clients and working to tight timelines.

What you will need:

• B.S. degree in Packaging, Industrial, Mechanical engineering or applicable technical field.
• 3+ years of experience
• Medical device industry experience preferred
• Demonstrated experience in medical device, biotech or pharmaceutical packaging design development.
• Demonstrated experience in resolving design and process related packaging issues on commercial products
• Functional knowledge of Design Controls and Industry standards in Packaging Design (11607, ASTM, ISTA)
• Experienced in Statistical Analysis, interpretation and communication of results
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong technical capabilities and project management capability to develop aspects of assigned projects on time and within budget.

About Stryker
Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 130 million patients annually. More information is available at stryker.com.