Quality Engineer, Graduate Programme - September 2027

This role is part of the Quality Operations Engineering Development program that provides quality engineering and leadership development across several areas of Stryker’s business. Quality Engineers in this role will have on-site functional rotations between the Quality Operations, Quality Management and New Product Introduction teams, gaining highly valuable experience in key areas of Medical Device Manufacturing Business.

The program is 23 months in duration and begins in September of each year. Core training opportunities in both hard engineering and soft personal skills for example, validation activities in regulated industry, design transfer requirements, GD&T, additive manufacturing, six-sigma greenbelt, presentation skills, finance, and global interactions are integrated into the program. Exposure to Senior Leadership within Stryker and networking opportunities including global interactions across the business are a fundamental part of the program. 

What you get out of the program:

Stryker, a global leader in medical technology takes great pride in their people, and that’s why we’re looking to expand our talent. As a result, we are looking for the best and brightest graduates to strengthen our team and drive our business going forward.

A development journey that’s tailored to you! The Quality Operations Engineering Development Program is designed specifically for highly talented individuals who are looking for an accelerated career progression. Participants will benefit from:

• Networking with Senior Leadership

• Exposure to cutting edge technology

• Executive mentorship

• Global collaboration & training programs

All resulting in inspiring & fulfilling careers, enduring friendships, and accelerated career progression!

Who we want​:

• Challengers. People who seek out the hard projects and work to find just the right solutions.​

• Teammates. Partners who listen to ideas, share thoughts and work together to move the business forward.​

• Charismatic networkers. Relationship-savvy people who intentionally make connections with both internal partners and external contacts.​

• Strategic thinkers. People who propose innovative ideas and consistently exceed their performance objectives.​

• Customer-oriented achievers. Individuals with an unparalleled work ethic and customer-focused attitude who bring value to their partnerships.​

• Game changers. Persistent individuals who will stop at nothing to live out Stryker’s mission to make healthcare better.

Opportunities available:

As a program participant graduates will be placed in one of the following teams:

Quality Engineering

Provide quality engineering support in quality assurance, control, and preventative activities with a focus on continuous improvement of internal products and processes. Support supplier quality issues impacting daily operations.  Advocate and lead the execution of initiatives and projects to enhance quality performance within the business and for our customers. Ensure compliance to regulation and standards.

New Product Introduction Engineering

New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineers play a critical role in Stryker, providing an interface between Advanced Operations activities and manufacturing, translating design requirements into manufacturing and process requirements.  They lead design for manufacture and assembly through technical leadership and direction in quality assurance, quality control and preventative activities. They support the development and introduction of new products, processes, and technologies, with focus on quality systems development, regulatory compliance, and process risk management including pFMEA. They develop and characterize processes that are capable, scalable and produce high yield. They support the design of robust inspection strategies including CQA’s, CTQ’s and MSA’s. Finally, they provide quality engineering support for the execution of quality assurance activities during design transfer phases of new product development.

Quality Management Systems

The function of the Quality Management System Engineer is to provide subject matter expertise and support to the Quality Operations functions within the relevant manufacturing site while continuing to optimize the operation of the quality management system to ensure compliance in the most efficient and effective manner.

What you need:

• Upcoming or recent Graduate (Previous 2 Years) in B. Sc / B. Eng. in a science, engineering or related discipline

• 3.0 minimum cumulative GPA (or equivalent)

• Eligibility to work in respective country

• Ability to travel within Ireland

• Self-starter with demonstrated efficient work methods, analytical & problem-solving skills and ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• The individual should enjoy working in a fast paced, dynamic and results orientated team environment.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively work cross-functionally and externally as required.

• Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, product and process design.

• Basic knowledge of the elements of a Quality Management System and the relevant ISO standards.

• Being able to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and have the ability to understand geometrical dimensioning and tolerancing an advantage.

• Experience in an FDA regulated or regulated industry beneficial.

• High level of PC Skills required.

• Excellent attention to detail.

The Company:

Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies and together with our customers, we are driven to make healthcare better. The Company offers a diverse array of innovative medical technologies, including orthopaedics, medical and surgical, and neurotechnology & spine products to help people lead more active and more satisfying lives. Stryker products and services are available in over 100 countries around the world.  For more information, please visit our website at www.stryker.com.

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