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# Staff Advanced Manufacturing Automation/Software Engineer

- **Company:** Stryker Corporation
- **Location:** Portage, MI, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $89,300.0 - $148,800.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Automation of Tests, C Sharp (Programming Language), Communications Protocols, Computer Programming, Firmware, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Python (Programming Language), Ladder Logic, Linux System Administration, Performance Tuning, System Software, HMI Screens
- **Published:** August 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3354584894&tx=JT9688TYV&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field.
 * 4+ years of experience in industrial automation, controls, embedded systems, or manufacturing engineering.
 * Experience leading full lifecycle of industrial automation and test systems from requirements, architecture, and design through implementation, validation, and release.
 * Strong proficiency reading mechanical, electrical, and system-level drawings.
 * Experience with PLCs, controls engineering, SCADA, HMI development, and automated test systems.
 * Ability to work with embedded boards, interfaces, and communication protocols (Serial, CAN, HTTP, etc.).
 * Experience programming in one or more: Ladder Logic, Python, C#, Linux-based environments.
 * Ability to design, validate, and troubleshoot firmware flashing and automated test tooling.
 * Strong problem-solving, cross-functional communication, and technical leadership skills.
 * Preferred
 * Hands-on experience with electro-mechanical assembly, automated test systems, and manufacturing processes.
 * Experience working in FDA-regulated or similarly regulated industries.
 * Background in R&D, product development, or new product introduction.

## Description

* Lead the full lifecycle of industrial automation and test systems from requirements, architecture, and design through implementation, validation, and release.
 * Define system-level requirements encompassing mechanical, electrical, software, controls, and safety considerations.
 * Develop and integrate control software, embedded interfaces, test sequences, and operator interfaces (HMI/SCADA).
 * Ensure robust performance, maintainability, reliability, and alignment with design intent and manufacturing needs.
 * Troubleshoot complex processes, software, and equipment issues; optimize system performance and uptime.

Supplier & Equipment Vendor Leadership

 * Manage automation and equipment suppliers, including capability assessments, technical reviews, process monitoring, and on-site visits.
 * Create clear, comprehensive URS documentation and ensure supplier deliverables meet specifications, regulatory requirements, and Stryker quality standards.
 * Lead make/buy analyses, sourcing recommendations, cost and risk evaluations, and supplier selection.
 * Support capital equipment sourcing, FAT/SAT execution, and factory commissioning.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Leadership

 * Collaborate closely with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Sourcing, Project Management, and external partners to ensure production readiness.
 * Influence technical direction across product teams, challenge assumptions, and advocate for robust, user-centered solutions.
 * Communicate progress, issues, and technical strategies to stakeholders at all levels.
 * Contribute to engineering best practices, and drive continuous improvement.


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