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Principal Electrical Engineer (Open to Relo) Motor Control/FPGA

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Stryker

Principal Electrical Engineer (Open to Relo) Motor Control/FPGA

Portage, MI

Why engineering at Stryker?

At Stryker we are dedicated to improving lives, with a passion for researching and developing new medical device products. As an engineer at Stryker, you will be proud of the work that you will be doing, using cutting-edge technologies to make healthcare better. Here, you will work in a supportive culture with other incredibly talented and intelligent people, creating industry-leading medical technology products. You will also have growth opportunities as we have a culture that supports your personal and professional development.

Need another reason to apply? Check out these 8 reasons to join Stryker's engineering team: https://www.strykercareersblog.com/post/8-reasons-to-join-strykers-engineering-team

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We are proud to be named one of the World's Best Workplaces and a Best Workplace for Diversity by Fortune Magazine! Learn more about our award-winning organization by visiting stryker.com

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. The Company offers a diverse array of innovative medical technologies, including reconstructive, medical and surgical, and neurotechnology and spine products to help people lead more active and more satisfying lives. We are currently seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to work (hybrid) out of our headquarters in the Kalamazoo, Michigan area. (Relocation offered).

Who We Want:

We are seeking a visionary engineer with a proven track record in electrical engineering. As a Principal Electrical Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the design, development, and implementation of advanced electrical systems, supporting new product development within our Neurosurgical group. Your expertise will drive innovation, solving complex technical challenges and contributing to the success of cutting-edge projects. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of making healthcare better and drive our company's growth.

  • Detail-oriented process improvers. Critical thinkers who naturally see opportunities to develop and optimize work processes - finding ways to simplify, standardize and automate.
  • Collaborative partners. People who build and leverage cross-functional relationships to bring together ideas, information, use cases, and industry analyses to develop best practices.
  • Self-directed initiators. People who take ownership of their work and need no prompting to drive productivity, change, and outcomes.

What You Will Do:

  • Engage in all phases of new product introduction: concept, architecture, documentation, design, prototype, test, supplier interfaces, manufacturing introduction and service support
  • Lead design, development, and implementation for control of BLDC, Stepper and brush motors.
  • Lead cross-functional collaboration to develop and integrate complex hardware and software.
  • Lead test and verification of motor controller system using Software-in-the-loop (SIL), hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), and dyno bench testing.
  • Derive system level requirements, analysis, and traceability to align with various regulatory standards.
  • Collaborate with suppliers/partners on technical development topics to ensure program milestones are achieved.

What You Will Need: (Required)

  • Bachelor's degree in EE or related discipline & 8+ years of work experience.
  • FPGA (Field-programmable Gate Array) and microcontroller interface and system integration experience.
  • Working knowledge of PCB layout and electronics manufacturing processes.
  • EMI/EMC debugging experience.
  • Experience with product safety and EMC regulatory standards and agency testing.
  • Circuit design and implementation experience in such areas as CAN, Ethernet, Load Drivers, Motor Control, Microcontrollers/Microprocessors, Memory, On-Board Power Management
  • knowledge of Low-speed and high-speed digital design techniques and communication bus interface and standards.
  • Operational and working understanding of hardware in digital, power, analog and RF areas.


  • $109,500- $232,900salary plus bonus eligible + benefits. Actual minimum and maximum may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

About Stryker

Our benefits:

  • 12 paid holidays annually
  • Health benefits include: Medical and prescription drug insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, personalized healthcare support, wellbeing program and tobacco cessation program.
  • Financial benefits include Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), basic life and AD&D insurance, and short-term disability insurance.

For a more detailed overview of our benefits or time off, please follow this link to learn more: US Stryker employee benefits

About Stryker
Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 130 million patients annually. More information is available at stryker.com.

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Stryker is driven to work together with our customers to make healthcare better. Employees and new hires in sales and field roles that require access to customer accounts as a function of the job may be required, depending on customer requirements, to obtain various vaccinations as an essential function of their role.

Client-provided location(s): Portage, MI, USA
Job ID: Stryker_Combined-3RFTTpJoMttU
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • On-site/Nearby Childcare
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Work-From-Home Stipend
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Company Outings
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • 401(K)
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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