Engineer, FORGE Program

About the Program

The FORGE (Future Operations Leaders Growth and Excellence) Program is a 20-month rotational program designed to provide engineering and leadership development across several areas of Stryker’s business. Engineers in this role will gain experience in Operations Engineering, Continuous Improvement, and the Operations Organization, within Device Manufacturing. The program begins in September of each year.

Core Training Opportunities

• Hard Engineering Skills: validation activities in regulated industry, design transfer requirements, GD&T, additive manufacturing, Six Sigma Greenbelt.
• Soft Personal Skills: presentation skills, finance, global interactions.

Program Benefits

• Networking with Senior Leadership
• Exposure to cutting-edge technology
• Executive mentorship
• Global collaboration & training programs
• Accelerated career progression

Functional Rotation Opportunities

Participants will begin in Operations Engineering, then rotate through two other functional areas before returning to Operations Engineering.

Key Responsibilities (Operations Engineering)

• Collaborate with Quality Engineering to provide manufacturing support.
• Provide manufacturing engineering support for projects including change analysis, risk analysis, and manufacturing readiness.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to safety, efficacy, quality, cost, or delivery of components and finished devices.
• Conduct qualification, verification, and validation activities for medical device production.
• Complete engineering work and contribute to new product development teams and product support, including technology development, test of materials/products, specification preparation, six sigma, process studies, process improvements, and report preparation.
• Design, procure, and fabricate tooling and fixtures.
• Design, document, and improve manufacturing processes and operations that control the safety and efficacy of finished devices.
• Train, develop, and/or provide work direction to operators and technicians.
• Participate on cross-functional project teams, coordinating and documenting project work.
• Participate in design control efforts related to risk analysis (failure mode and effect analysis) & design reviews.
• Interface with product builders, extrusion technicians, production supervisors, and engineers in troubleshooting production floor problems.
• Identify and implement process/product improvement alternatives to increase/optimize yield, efficiency, throughput, and/or performance.
• Design, develop, test, and validate equipment and processes; analyze and interpret process models and recommend improvements.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• B.S. or M.S. in Engineering: Mechanical, Industrial & Operations, Manufacturing, or related discipline.
• Graduation dates: December 2026 or Spring 2027.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (or equivalent).
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. and no requirement for future employment-based sponsorship.
• Ability to travel internationally.
• Self-starter with demonstrated efficient work methods, analytical & problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced, dynamic, and results-oriented team environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and externally.
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, product, and process design.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings.
• Understanding of Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• High level of PC Skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Experience in an FDA regulated or regulated industry is beneficial.

Company Overview

Stryker is a global leader in medical technology, focused on making healthcare better through innovative products and services in Orthopedics, Medical and Surgical, and Neurotechnology and Spine. Stryker is a career destination for engaged, passionate, and talented people.