Engineer, FORGE Program

Stryker

. Participate in the 20-month FORGE engineering and leadership development program .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timePortage • Michigan • United StatesSenior💰 $73,000 - $116,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Engineering principles, particularly in Manufacturing and Operations, with a strong focus on process improvement, validation activities, and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in applying Six Sigma methodologies and GD&T in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

B.S. Or M.S. In EngineeringSix Sigma Green BeltManufacturing ProcessesGeometrical Dimensioning And TolerancingAnalytical And Problem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Validation ActivitiesProcess ImprovementChange AnalysisRisk AnalysisManufacturing ReadinessTooling And Fixture DesignProduct TestingProcess StudiesEquipment DevelopmentFMEA

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsSelf-StarterAttention To DetailAbility To Handle Multiple TasksTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

PC SkillsManufacturing Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Six Sigma Green Belt Certification

Industry Keywords

FDA Regulated IndustryMedical DevicesContinuous ImprovementOperations EngineeringDesign Transfer Requirements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Spring

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in the 20-month FORGE engineering and leadership development program
Complete on-site functional rotations across Operations Engineering, Continuous Improvement, and Operations Organization
Receive training in validation activities, design transfer requirements, GD&T, additive manufacturing, Six Sigma Green Belt, presentation skills, finance, and global interactions
Support manufacturing and operations of Stryker medical devices by increasing capacity, reducing scrap, improving safety, monitoring processes, and implementing process improvements
Collaborate with Quality Engineering to provide manufacturing support
Support projects involving change analysis, risk analysis, and manufacturing readiness
Troubleshoot and resolve safety, efficacy, quality, cost, and delivery issues involving components and finished devices
Conduct qualification, verification, and validation activities
Contribute to new product development and product support through technology development, materials and product testing, specifications, Six Sigma, process studies, process improvements, and report preparation
Design, procure, and fabricate tooling and fixtures
Design, document, and improve manufacturing processes and operations
Train, develop, and provide work direction to operators and technicians
Participate in cross-functional project teams and coordinate, manage, and document project work
Participate in risk analysis, FMEA, and design reviews
Troubleshoot production-floor problems with product builders, extrusion technicians, production supervisors, and engineers
Implement process and product improvements to optimize yield, efficiency, throughput, and performance
Design, develop, test, and validate equipment and processes; analyze process models and recommend improvements

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S or M.S. in Engineering; Mechanical, Industrial & Operations, Manufacturing, or related discipline
December 2026 or spring of 2027 graduation date
3.0 minimum cumulative GPA (or equivalent)
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and not require employment-based sponsorship now or in the future
Ability to travel internationally
Self-starter with demonstrated efficient work methods, analytical & problem-solving skills and ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, results-oriented 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
Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and understand geometrical dimensioning and tolerancing
Experience in an FDA regulated or regulated industry beneficial
High level of PC skills
Excellent attention to detail

Benefits

Comp & perks

Networking with Senior Leadership
Exposure to cutting edge technology
Executive mentorship
Global collaboration & training programs
Accelerated career progression
Opportunity for geographic, functional, lateral, and vertical career movement