Staff Research And Development (R&D) Machinist

Work Flexibility: Onsite

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Overtime may be required to support business needs

What you will do

As a Staff Research & Development (R&D) Machinist, you will work with cross-functional teams to build solutions, master complex machining challenges, and work to directly influence product development with hands-on engagement and creativity. In this role, you will also:

• Troubleshoot machining programs, equipment issues, and process challenges to maintain productivity and quality standards
• Machine and assemble precision prototype components by operating Computerized Numerically Controlled (CNC) and conventional machining equipment
• Program CNC machines using conversational programming, word address programming, and Computer Aided Design & Manufacturing (CAD/CAM) software to achieve accurate and repeatable part output
• Perform independent machine setups on various CNC machine tools such as 5-axis mills, multi-axis lathes, EDM's, screw machines, and lasers to support diverse prototype builds
• Machine standard and advanced materials-including alloys, plastics, polymer composites, and bio-composites-to meet engineering specifications
• Inspect parts using precision measurement tools and document results to ensure compliance with dimensional and quality requirements
• Design and build custom fixtures, tooling, and shop aids that enhance prototype manufacturability and workflow efficiency
• Evaluate and recommend work holding, tooling, cutting tools, and supplies to support evolving project and shop needs

What you need

Required

• High School Diploma or GED/equivalent
• At least 5 years of CAD/CAM programming and CNC setup experience
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering blueprints and schematics
• Ability to lift and move up to 100 pounds occasionally, and 20 pounds regularly
• Experience utilizing Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, Word and Excel)

Preferred

• Associates in Machining Technology or equivalent or Bachelors degree with focus in engineering or a technical science
• 10 or more years of CAD/CAM programming and CNC setup experience
• Experience inspecting parts with a CNC, CMM, or CT scanner
• Proficiency at 3D modeling and knowledge with 3D printing
• Experience with welding is a plus

$40.13-56.79 per hour plus bonus eligible + benefits. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

Travel Percentage: 0%

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.