Lead Engineer - Process Development,

Lead Process Development Engineer (Senior Staff) Location: Carrigtwohill, Ireland Division: Stryker Instruments - New Product Introduction (NPI) Work Arrangement: Hybrid Join Stryker's NPI team and play a key role in developing the advanced manufacturing processes used to produce precision surgical blades that support knee replacement procedures. As a senior technical contributor, you will lead end-to-end process development activities, working directly with industrial laser welding, CNC equipment, and validation methodologies to create robust, scalable manufacturing solutions. This role combines hands-on engineering, technical leadership, and innovation to bring new manufacturing technologies from concept to production. characterisationDevelop, characterise, and optimise manufacturing processes through hands-on testing, analysis, and process experimentation.

What You Will Do Lead engineering projects by defining technical objectives, determining project direction, and driving successful outcomes. Lead capital equipment acquisition activities including equipment specification, supplier engagement, installation, and validation. Develop, characterize, and optimize manufacturing processes through hands-on testing, analysis, and process experimentation.

Provide engineering support for new product and process introductions in accordance with established product development procedures. Ensure manufacturing processes meet product, quality, regulatory, and operational requirements. Participate in Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Control Plans, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) activities.

Review and approve validation documentation and support process verification and qualification activities. Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to engineers across multidisciplinary project teams. What You Will Need Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.

Minimum 6 years of experience in manufacturing, process development, product development, or a related engineering environment. Experience supporting new product introductions and manufacturing process development. Knowledge of Design for Manufacturing (DFM), statistical methodologies, validation, and verification techniques.

Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Experience applying structured problem-solving techniques to manufacturing and design-related technical challenges. Preferred Qualifications Green Belt or Black Belt Six Sigma certification.

Experience with industrial laser welding, CNC manufacturing equipment, process characterization, and validation methodologies. #IJ To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.