Stryker Corporation

Process Engineer - New Product Development

Stryker Corporation • $80K — $95K *
Dayton, OH 45424In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • High School Diploma with 10+ years of engineering experience OR Bachelor's degree in engineering with 0-3+ years experience.
  • Proven experience in CNC machining environments.
  • Ability to create, enhance, and debug machining processes.
  • Experience in managing project timelines effectively.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Familiarity with automation, including robotics, is advantageous.
  • Background in 2D/3D modeling is beneficial.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement CNC machining processes for new products based on specifications.
  • Document all manufacturing steps including strategies, tools, and inspection needs.
  • Lead machining trials and validations for production readiness.
  • Identify and address manufacturability risks to ensure successful product launches.
  • Manage process development timelines to meet project milestones.
  • Represent process engineering in project teams and communicate updates.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for design feedback and capacity planning.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge equipment and robotics.
  • Hands-on role with significant time spent on the manufacturing floor for real-time support.
  • Supportive team environment fostering project leadership.
  • Potential for professional development through cross-functional collaboration.
Full Job Description
Norwood Medical is seeking a Process Engineer in New Product Development. This role is responsible for translating customer specifications into efficient and repeatable CNC machining processes, ensuring new products are robust, manufacturable, cost-effective, and are launched on schedule. The Process Engineer supports operations through new product ramp-up until stable and efficient production is achieved.

This is a hands-on role that requires up to 50% of the day to be spend on the manufacturing floor communicating with production staff and working as a team to effectively launch new products. Norwood offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge equipment and robotics. Candidates must be team oriented and able to lead projects independently.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

CNC Process Development
  • Develop and implement roust CNC machining processes for new products, translating customer and design specifications into repeatable manufacturing solutions.
  • Define and document all manufacturing process steps, including machining strategy, tooling, fixturing, routings, and inspection requirements.
  • Lead CNC process prove-outs, trails, and validations to ensure processes are capable, efficient, and cost-effective prior to production release.
  • Identify manufacturability risks early and drive design or process changes to support successful launches.


Project & Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Own process development timelines, managing workload to ensure new product milestones and customer launch schedules are met.
  • Represent process Engineering on project teams, providing regular status updates to management and customers.
  • Partner closely with Customer Design Engineering during the design phase, providing manufacturability and CNC process feedback.
  • Collaborate with Planning to understand machine availability and capacity constraints.


Manufacturing Support & Ramp-up
  • Spend up to 50% of time on the manufacturing floor supporting new product introductions, working directly with operators and production leadership.
  • Support operations through ramp-up until products are stable, efficient, and meeting cost targets.
  • Plan, conduct, and analyze engineering studies to drive process improvements during development and ramp-up.


Documentation & Capital Support
  • Create and maintain process documentation, including work instructions and standard operating procedures.
  • Assist with capital equipment projects, including equipment selection, justification, and timeline oversight.


Requirements

  • High School Diploma with 10+ years of similar engineering experience OR a bachelor's degree in engineering or related field with 0-3+ years of similar engineering experience.
  • Experience working in CNC machining environments.
  • Experience creating, improving, and/or troubleshooting machining engineering processes.
  • Experience overseeing project timeliness.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office.
  • Experience working in automated work environments, including robotics is preferred.
  • 2D/3D modeling experience is a plus.
  • Statistical Process Control (SPC) is a plus.
  • GD&T experience is a plus.

About Stryker Corporation

Stryker Networks is a premier Information Technology partner providing IT managed services and database application development.

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Joining Stryker Corporation means becoming part of a global team recognized for its commitment to innovation, leadership, and enhancing patient outcomes. As a leading medical technology company, Stryker is the perfect place to build a career that truly makes a difference.

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At Stryker, every position contributes to our mission of making healthcare better. Here, you will use your skills to work on transformative projects that improve lives across the globe. You will be part of a culture that thrives on growth, innovation, and leadership, and you will work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry.

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Our employees enjoy a collaborative atmosphere that fosters innovation and encourages professional development. With a commitment to leadership and diversity, Stryker ensures that all team members have the opportunity to grow and influence the company's future. Our global scale and dedication to impactful solutions make us leaders in medical technology.

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Learn more about Stryker Corporation
Size
46,000 employees
Market Cap
$91.9 billion
Industry
Healthcare
Net Income
$1.5 billion
Founded
2004
5 Year Trend
+8.6%
Revenue
$14.3 billion
NASDAQ
SYK
* Ladders Estimates

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