Technician, R&D - 1st Shift - Starting at $31.91/hr

Work Flexibility: Onsite Shift: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm What you will do As a Research & Development (R&D) Technician, you will provide hands-on technical support to engineers and scientists across a variety of medical device development projects. In this role, you will work both independently and cross-functionally to support product development, testing, and process improvement. Additionally, you will: Perform analytical testing using techniques such as MicroCT, SEM, DSC, and other material characterization methods to support product development and failure analysis Prepare samples, operate laboratory instrumentation, and ensure proper calibration and maintenance of analytical equipment in accordance with lab standards Interpret and document analytical results, correlating findings to material performance and supporting technical decision-making Organize, coordinate, and execute the testing of prototypes and products based on engineering instructions Assist technical evaluations to determine root cause and corrective actions for issues Assist project teams in establishing specifications, quality standards, and testing methods Support development of standard procedures, methods, and technical documentation Communicate technical information clearly through written reports and verbal updates Support bench fixturing and tooling design for testing and development activities Apply technical knowledge to support process development, tooling improvements, and automation initiatives Support data analysis and interpretation using basic statistical and engineering tools Train team members in new processes, test procedures, and equipment Act as a resource and technical support for cross-functional teams Actively participate in project team meetings and support execution of project deliverables Ensure compliance with documentation standards and quality requirements What you need Required High School Diploma or equivalent 2+ years of technical experience in medical device development or a related field Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Effective written and verbal communication skills Experience supporting prototype builds, testing, or engineering-driven projects Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) for data tracking and reporting Hands-on experience operating analytical lab equipment and tools such as FTIR, DSC, SEM, or similar materials characterization tools Preferred Associate’s degree, Technical Certificate, or equivalent technical training 5+ years of experience in R&D of medical device, electronics, aerospace or similar regulated environment Familiarity with industry standards related to material testing and characterization (e.g., ISO, ASTM) Experience with bench fixturing and tooling design Hands-on experience with medical-grade polymers, metals, and composites Exposure to multiple analytical techniques and sample preparation methods (e.g., DSC, FTIR, SEM/EDX, optical microscopy, MicroCT, grinding/polishing, acid etch) Familiarity with statistical and engineering tools (e.g., Gage R&R, DOE, SPC, stress/strain analysis, image analysis) $31.91 - $43.79 USD Hourly Travel Percentage: 10% 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. Stryker Corporation will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. We offer innovative products and services in Orthopaedics, Medical and Surgical, and Neurotechnology and Spine that help improve patient and hospital outcomes. We are proud to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces! For more information, visit: Work Flexibility Remote – Role allows you to work the majority to 100% of time from an alternate workplace. These roles could have travel expectations, and you must work within the country of the job requisition location. Field-based – You can expect to regularly work a majority to 100% of time at customer facilities and has a set territory or expectation to travel within a set boundary. Almost all sales roles would likely be qualified as field-based. Onsite – Role is 100% located at a Stryker facility. Some ad hoc flexibility may be available depending on role, level, and job requirements. Manufacturing roles and any role that requires physical presence at the office would qualify under this category. Hybrid – You can expect to regularly work in both an alternate workplace and a Stryker facility. Roles that are partially remote or co-located would qualify as hybrid, and the expectation to be onsite would be defined and agreed upon by your manager/supervisor.