Work Flexibility: Onsite
I am delighted to share that we are now accepting applications for our Stryker Advanced Operations (AO) Global Engineering Development Programme (AOGEDP).
Start Date: September 2025.
Location: Anngrove, Carrigtwohill, Cork.
If you are an upcoming or recent graduate in a Level 8 or above Engineering, Software or Digital discipline-based Degree, then this is the opportunity for you!
Applications close: Friday 1st of November 2024.
The “AO Global Engineering Development Programme” is a 20-month structured programme that provides participants the opportunity to be part of a global team, with exposure to cutting edge technology varying from traditional manufacturing processes to additive manufacturing and Robotics, as well as interactions with market leading Research & Development (R&D) and marketing teams from across the 9 Stryker divisions. The programme focuses on developing the skillset, mindset and toolkit of each participant to enable them for success within Advanced Operations to support our wider business to be successful.
During each rotational assignment participants will be responsible for:
1. Participating in various project teams.
2. Work with a highly creative design team to invent and develop innovative new product concepts.
3. Investigation, design, development and implementation of new manufacturing processes and technology.
4. Handover of new processes from development to production.
5. Implement quality systems and work closely with Design, Quality and Manufacturing Engineering.
6. Provide process validation support both internally and with vendors.
7. Develop and qualify new test equipment and methods.
8. Research, specify and qualify new test or prototyping equipment.
9. Participate in various trainings to develop your skillset, mindset and toolkit.
What Are We Looking For?
10. Dedicated achievers: People who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are determined & driven to ensure commitments are met, projects are delivered and meets regulations and expectations.
11. Curious learners: People who seek out cutting-edge research and information to expand and enhance their ability to be creative which supports the development of new ideas from concept into reality.
12. Collaborative Partners : People who build and leverage cross-functional relationships to bring together ideas, information, use cases, and industry analyses to develop best practices.
What You Need?
13. Candidates must have already attained or be on course to attain a 2.1 result in a Level 8 or above Mechanical/ Manufacturing/ Biomedical/ Electrical/ Electronic/ Software/ Digital / BIS/ Project Management Discipline-Based Degree.
14. Candidates must have/will have attained the above between June 2023 and Sept 2025.
15. Self-starter with demonstrated efficient work methods, analytical & problem-solving skills, and ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
16. The individual should enjoy working in a fast paced, dynamic and results orientated team environment.
17. Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively work cross-functionally and with global teams.
18. Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, product, and process design.
Recruitment Process:
Our recruitment process has a number of stages to give you the opportunity to learn about us as well as helping us learn about you:
19. Initial Interview
20. Gallup Interview
21. Technical Assessment
22. Final Interview
Applications close: 1st of November 2024. We will be in touch with next steps after this date.
Benefits of Working in Stryker:
Secure a place on our Graduate Programme and you’ll enjoy a remuneration package that is unsurpassed, including:
23. Permanent Contract.
24. Annual Target Bonus.
25. Share Option Scheme.
26. Pension Scheme.
27. Health Care.
28. Excellent opportunity for Progression and Development.
29. Hybrid Working. Flexible Working Hours – 2.00 pm Finish on a Friday.
30. Employee Assistance Programme
31. Employee Resource Groups, and Sports and Social Groups
32. Training and support with a dedicated mentor from day one.
33. International Travel Opportunities.
Stryker
Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies and is dedicated to helping healthcare professionals perform their jobs more efficiently while enhancing patient care. Stryker is committed to delivering exceptional results to patients so they can continue to live healthy, active lifestyles.
A wide and diverse range of Stryker products are manufactured in Ireland including hip and knee system implants, bone cement, surgical blades and micro-rotary burs which are used for cutting, drilling, burring, and shaping bone and soft tissue during orthopaedic, spine, ear, nose and throat plastic surgery. Our neurovascular Ireland product pipeline represents a broad offering of detachable coils for the treatment of haemorrhagic stroke (the rupture of a blood vessel in the brain) and ischemic stroke (a blockage in a blood vessel in the brain).
Stryker offers results-driven people a place where they can make a difference. It is our privilege to create medical technology that exceeds our customers’ expectations and improves peoples’ lives around the world.
We give employees the opportunity to develop their career based on each individual’s strengths, performance and potential, including the possibility to move geographically, functionally, laterally, and vertically. Stryker is a career destination for engaged passionate and talented people who seek innovation, growth, and opportunity.
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