Senior Test Engineer

Stryker

. Develop, execute, and own comprehensive test plans based on design requirements .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeCary • Illinois • United StatesSenior💰 $85,500 - $142,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing comprehensive test plans, analyzing test data, and leading root-cause analysis in the context of medical device development. Proficient in mentoring team members and collaborating across disciplines to ensure product safety and efficacy.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Test System Automation ExperienceMedical Device Design ControlsRoot-Cause AnalysisMechanical And Electrical Test Fixture DevelopmentCollaboration With Quality And Design Engineering

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Hard Skills

Test Plan DevelopmentData AnalysisFailure InvestigationTest System DevelopmentMechanical TestingElectrical TestingVirtual TestingActuation Systems EvaluationInstrumentation ProficiencyReliability Tools Expertise

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Data Acquisition SystemsLaboratory CapabilitiesTesting Technologies

Industry Keywords

Biomedical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringMedical Device IndustryRegulated Industry

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, execute, and own comprehensive test plans based on design requirements
Collaborate with quality, design, and test engineering to assess safety, efficacy, and product requirements
Design, develop, and refine mechanical, electrical, and virtual test fixtures for components and sub-systems
Leverage laboratory capabilities, hardware configurations, software integration, and data acquisition systems
Lead development of test systems and fixtures for product development, validation, and continuous improvement
Analyze test data, investigate failures, and lead root-cause analysis
Deliver formal test reports with clear, actionable insights aligned with company standards
Mentor junior test team members, technicians, third-party labs, and contractors
Evaluate, recommend, procure, and maintain actuation systems, instrumentation, sensors, and testing technologies
Serve as an internal subject matter expert on test methods, industry standards, and reliability tools

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline
2+ years of experience
Test system automation experience (preferred)
Medical device or regulated industry experience (preferred)
Understanding of medical device design controls and product development processes (preferred)
Ability to work in the office 3 days a week
Willingness/ability to travel 10%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work flexibility
10% travel allowance/coverage