Electrical and Electronic Engineering Co-Op

This role will be based in our Belfast site.

Throughout the placement, you will be an integral part of Stryker’s 2027 Cooperative cohort.

The position is within the HeartSine R&D Team. The role involves assisting with the design and development of innovative defibrillator technology and support systems. This is an opportunity to apply design, creativity, and professional and technical expertise to help save lives.

Tasks and responsibilities may include:
Technical Responsibilities:

• Input to the design and development of electronic systems and/or products.

• Input to the development of system or product test requirements, methods, and specifications.

• Apply circuit and system test methods for problem solving and evaluation of solutions.

• Conduct prototyping and bench testing.

• Execute protocols to verify and validate solutions against their requirements.

• Liaise with suppliers of equipment and/or design related components.

Business Responsibilities:

• Learn about the product’s intended use.

Med Device Compliance:

• With supervision, create or refine engineering documentation, such as work instructions, schematics, BOMs, design descriptions, etc. per company design control procedures.

• Learn R&D procedures like design controls & risk management, per the Quality Management System.

General Responsibilities:

• Work cooperatively with the team to ensure project success and contribute to the project as a team member.

• Comply with training requirements, learn procedures, policies, processes, systems, and technology required.

• Support continuous improvement activities, document, and implement solutions per procedures.

• Demonstrate ownership and integrity of work.

• Build stable relationships.

• Maintain awareness of Company Health and Safety Policy and Fire Evacuation Procedure and take all reasonable precautions against personal harm and/or injury.

What you will need:
Essential Technical Skills / Experience:

• Basic knowledge of electronics.

• Ability to read and interpret basic electrical drawings.

• Basic knowledge of, or exposure to an object orientated programming language, e.g., C, C++ or C#.

Preferred Skills / Experience:

• An interest in electronics design and development.

• Basic soldering ability.

• Competency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook and capable of producing high quality documentation.

Key Competencies:

• A technically minded proactive individual.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Conscientious with attention to detail.

• Able to work individually or within a team.

Qualifications:

• Applicants should be studying (but not have completed) a Bachelor's degree in Electronics or related discipline.

*Office / laboratory environment, significant computer usage, extended hours as needed (37.5 nominal), occasional travel.*

What we can offer:

• Attractive salary & vacation entitlement.

• Experience our inclusive, people-first culture . You will be paired with mentors and have access to leaders who support your growth, give constructive feedback, and help build confidence.

• Flexible working hours.

• Sports & Social clubs and DE&I  Employee Resource Groups  and the opportunity to connect with other co-ops .

• The opportunity to contribute to real-world projects that make a difference in improving healthcare and patients’ lives. In Stryker, you will be given responsibilities that truly matter.

Next steps:

• Once you have applied to one of our co-op opportunities, our dedicated University Recruiting Business Partners will take some time to look through your application and ensure you meet the criteria in relation to the specific position.

• Should all requirements be met, and you are happy to proceed, in September/October, successful candidates will be invited to a final round business interview with the hiring team.

• If successful through the final round business interview, you will receive your offer shortly after.

• Please note, individual recruitment timelines may vary – please keep in contact with your University Recruiting Business Partner and your university placement coordinator for specific timelines and updates.

Belfast: £25,000 GBP Annual

If you’d like to learn more about the compensation associated with this opportunity, your recruiter will be happy to walk you through the details as you progress through the hiring process.