Senior/Staff Project Engineer (m/f/d)

At Stryker in Freiburg, the Senior/Staff Project Engineer leads cross-functional product development projects for medical devices, from concept to launch. This role involves coordinating mechanical, electrical, and regulatory teams to ensure projects meet timelines, budgets, and quality standards. The engineer will drive technical problem-solving, create detailed design documentation, and mentor junior engineers to foster continuous improvement. The main responsibilities include leading projects, coordinating teams, and ensuring compliance with standards. The role requires a minimum of 7 years of experience in medical-device engineering, proven project leadership skills (PMP or equivalent), and fluency in English and German. Hands-on expertise with CAD, FEA, and ISO 13485/21 CFR 820 compliance is essential. The position offers the opportunity to work on innovative orthopedic solutions within a global leader, collaborate with cutting-edge research facilities, and influence the product portfolio that directly improves patient outcomes. What the role asks for: - 7 years of experience in medical-device engineering - Proven project leadership skills (PMP or equivalent) - Fluency in English and German - Hands-on expertise with CAD - Hands-on expertise with FEA - Compliance with ISO 13485/21 CFR 820