Manager, Computer Aided Engineering

About the role

Stryker's NPD Operations organization is looking for a people leader to head its Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE), Electrical CAD (eCAD) and Mechanical CAD (mCAD) capabilities. The role is based in either Portage, Michigan or Cork, Ireland, and leads a multidisciplinary global team that supports the development of innovative medical devices through simulation, design enablement and Simulation & Design Engineering processes. It is a hybrid position.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and develop the CAE, eCAD and mCAD teams, support capability roadmaps and drive operational planning, workforce planning and continuous improvement.
• Establish and track KPIs, promote accountability and customer focus, and implement new engineering tools and methodologies.
• Coach and develop engineers, designers and technical specialists, run performance management and career development, and attract and retain top talent.
• Ensure consistent engineering processes, standards and best practices, guide the adoption of simulation, modeling, CAD design support and digital verification, and support model-based engineering and engineering automation.
• Act as a trusted partner to R&D leaders and project teams, collaborating with mechanical, electrical, test, quality, regulatory affairs, manufacturing and other functions.
• Manage capacity and demand, forecast resources, manage departmental budgets and prioritize resources toward the highest-value work.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline (Master's preferred).
• 8+ years of engineering experience in medical device or new product development, including regulated environments.
• 2+ years leading teams, technical programs or engineering organizations, with experience supporting multidisciplinary teams and new product development.
• Proven ability to communicate technical outcomes to senior leadership, influence decisions and build relationships across functions.
• Demonstrated coaching, mentoring and people development skills.

PREFERRED qualifications

• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Engineering.
• Experience with CAE, mCAD, eCAD, Simulation & Design Engineering, model-based engineering or engineering automation.
• Knowledge of medical device development processes and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with global teams and cross-site collaboration.

What we offer

• Ireland pay range of EUR 76,000 - 126,000 per year, plus possible incentive compensation.
• Hybrid work flexibility.
• Comprehensive benefits package.