Senior Modeling and Simulation Engineer, R&D - NPD (Hybrid)

Join Stryker's Joint Replacement division as a Senior Modeling and Simulation Engineer, R&D - NPD . This hybrid role is based in Mahwah, New Jersey , with an expectation of working onsite three days per week and the flexibility to work remotely on other days. Candidates must live within commuting distance of the Mahwah office.

At Stryker, we’re transforming orthopaedic innovation through cutting-edge modeling and simulation technologies. As a Senior Engineer on our Joint Replacement team, you’ll help shape the future of implant design and robotic procedures driving meaningful impact for patients and surgeons worldwide. If you're energized by discovery-based research and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, this is your opportunity to make a difference.

To learn more about Stryker’s Joint Replacement portfolio visit: Joint Replacement

What You Will Do

• Conduct comprehensive literature reviews to inform analytical methods and assumptions.
• Execute advanced finite element analyses, including nonlinear multibody simulations with deformable contact and multi-physics.
• Develop and automate simulation techniques using custom programming tools.
• Train machine learning algorithms using simulation data to generate more efficient predictive models.
• Analyze simulation results and recommend design, material, or process improvements.
• Build and validate analytical models to support research and development initiatives.
• Collect and integrate physical testing, manufacturing, and clinical data to enhance model accuracy.
• Author technical reports for regulatory submissions and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and industry conferences.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to develop next-generation orthopaedic technologies and devices.

What You Need

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in a science or engineering discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of engineering experience.
• Experience in modeling and simulation-based research.

Preferred

• Master’s or PhD in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering.
• Experience in the medical device industry.
• Proficiency with FEA tools (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus, LS-Dyna, Hyperworks), CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Pro/Engineer), and programming languages (e.g., Matlab, Python, Fortran).
• Familiarity with musculoskeletal simulation platforms (e.g., OpenSim).
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to complex research initiatives from concept to recommendation.
• Knowledge of mechanics, engineering principles, and product development processes.

• US20 : $93,200 - $155,400 USD Annual

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.