Research and Development; R&D Machinist

Overview

Schedule:

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

Overtime may be required to support business needs

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

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

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

Posted Date: 01/29/2026
This role will be posted for a minimum of 3 days.

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. Stryker offers innovative products and services in Med Surg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually. Depending on customer requirements employees and new hires in sales and field roles that require access to customer accounts as a function of the job may be required to obtain various vaccinations as an essential function of their role.