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Stryker Senior Staff Engineer, Process Automation (Hybrid) in Arroyo, Puerto Rico
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Who we want
Detail-oriented process improvers. Critical thinkers who naturally see opportunities to develop and optimize work processes – finding ways to simplify, standardize and automate.
Self-directed initiators. People who take ownership of their work and need no prompting to drive productivity, change, and outcomes.
Analytical problem solvers. People who go beyond, by identifying root causes, evaluating optimal solutions, and recommending comprehensive solutions to prevent future issues.
Curious learners. People who seek out cutting-edge research and information to expand and enhance their ability to develop new ideas into reality.
What you will do
As Senior Staff Engineer, Process Automation in Advanced Operations you will work independently to determine and develop approaches to a variety of technical problems of moderate scope and complexity. You will use the latest engineering techniques to launch new products and reduce product time to market whilst adhering to regulatory requirements, project deadlines, and product costs. The Senior Staff Engineer fosters productive internal and external working relationships and may periodically provide guidance and train other team members.
Provide engineering support for new product and process introductions, ensuring that all activities are completed and documented following the Stryker new product development procedures
Ensure quality of process and product as defined in the appropriate operation and material specifications
Select components and equipment based on analysis of specifications, reliability, and regulatory requirements
Work with quality engineers to develop component-specific testing and inspection protocols
Support capital acquisition activity from specifying equipment, contract negotiation, installation, and validation
Analyze equipment to establish operating data, conduct experimental tests and result analysis
Lead and/or 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
PLC software development and troubleshooting
HMI (Human Machine Interface) software development
Evaluate and troubleshoot applications programming code
Provide training for manufacturing team members
Ensure adherence to GMP and safety procedures
Review and approval of validation documentation
What you will need
6+ years of relevant work experience required
3+ years of PLC and HMI programming experience
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required, Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical or Computer Engineering preferred.
Experience in manufacturing equipment implementation projects is highly desirable
Experience of GD&T, process mapping, statistical methods, and process/ product validations - preferred
New product introduction in a regulated environment experience – preferred
Proficiency using PLC software tools
Project Management Skills
Fluency in English
Health benefits include: Medical and prescription drug insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, personalized healthcare support, wellbeing program and tobacco cessation program. Financial benefits include: Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), basic life and AD&D insurance, and short-term disability insurance. Stryker 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 150 million patients annually. Depending on customer requirements employees and new hires in sales and field roles that require access to customer accounts as a function of the job may be required to obtain various vaccinations as an essential function of their role.
Stryker Corporation is an 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.