STEM OPT Process Development Engineer Jobs
Process Development Engineer roles qualify for the STEM OPT 24-month extension if your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in engineering or a related STEM field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you'll need an approved I-983 training plan before your extension begins.
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Looking for a place that values your unique talents? Discover Stryker's award-winning culture.
We are proud to offer you our total rewards package which includes bonuses, healthcare, insurance benefits, retirement programs, wellness programs, as well as service and performance awards – not to mention various social and recreational activities, all of which are location specific.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are excited to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces by Fortune Magazine! We are proud to offer you 12 paid holidays annually. For an overview of our benefits and time off, please follow this link to learn more: US Stryker employee benefits.
Join Stryker Neurovascular as a Staff Engineer, R&D, where you will support the development and manufacturing readiness of innovative neurovascular medical devices. In this role, you will apply engineering expertise to develop manufacturing processes, introduce automation solutions, and partner with cross-functional teams to advance products through development and launch within a regulated medical device environment.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Develop, optimize, and verify manufacturing processes, components, assemblies, and equipment used in the production of neurovascular medical devices.
- Translate product design requirements into manufacturing specifications and implement processes and equipment that support scalable production.
- Evaluate, qualify, and introduce semi-automated and automated manufacturing equipment, including custom automation solutions from external vendors.
- Analyze and resolve complex product design and manufacturing process issues using structured problem-solving methodologies and data-driven decision making.
- Lead engineering documentation activities and ensure compliance with design controls, risk management, validation requirements, and applicable industry regulations.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- Minimum 4 years of engineering experience in product development, manufacturing engineering, process engineering, or a related technical field.
Preferred:
- Experience with neurovascular, peripheral vascular, cardiovascular, catheter-based, or related medical devices.
- Experience designing and optimizing mechanical assemblies using Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles.
- Experience applying materials science and manufacturing process knowledge to product development.
- Experience using DMAIC methodologies for process improvement and problem solving.
- Experience applying Lean manufacturing principles within a production environment.
- Experience designing automated manufacturing fixtures and equipment.
- Experience leading implementation of custom automation projects delivered by external equipment vendors.
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA PAY RANGES:
$93,800 - $156,200 USD Annual
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 MedSurg, 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.
INTRODUCTION
Looking for a place that values your unique talents? Discover Stryker's award-winning culture.
We are proud to offer you our total rewards package which includes bonuses, healthcare, insurance benefits, retirement programs, wellness programs, as well as service and performance awards – not to mention various social and recreational activities, all of which are location specific.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are excited to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces by Fortune Magazine! We are proud to offer you 12 paid holidays annually. For an overview of our benefits and time off, please follow this link to learn more: US Stryker employee benefits.
Join Stryker Neurovascular as a Staff Engineer, R&D, where you will support the development and manufacturing readiness of innovative neurovascular medical devices. In this role, you will apply engineering expertise to develop manufacturing processes, introduce automation solutions, and partner with cross-functional teams to advance products through development and launch within a regulated medical device environment.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Develop, optimize, and verify manufacturing processes, components, assemblies, and equipment used in the production of neurovascular medical devices.
- Translate product design requirements into manufacturing specifications and implement processes and equipment that support scalable production.
- Evaluate, qualify, and introduce semi-automated and automated manufacturing equipment, including custom automation solutions from external vendors.
- Analyze and resolve complex product design and manufacturing process issues using structured problem-solving methodologies and data-driven decision making.
- Lead engineering documentation activities and ensure compliance with design controls, risk management, validation requirements, and applicable industry regulations.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- Minimum 4 years of engineering experience in product development, manufacturing engineering, process engineering, or a related technical field.
Preferred:
- Experience with neurovascular, peripheral vascular, cardiovascular, catheter-based, or related medical devices.
- Experience designing and optimizing mechanical assemblies using Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles.
- Experience applying materials science and manufacturing process knowledge to product development.
- Experience using DMAIC methodologies for process improvement and problem solving.
- Experience applying Lean manufacturing principles within a production environment.
- Experience designing automated manufacturing fixtures and equipment.
- Experience leading implementation of custom automation projects delivered by external equipment vendors.
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA PAY RANGES:
$93,800 - $156,200 USD Annual
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 MedSurg, 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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Process Development Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code appears on the DHS STEM OPT eligible fields list. Chemical engineering, materials science, and bioengineering codes all qualify for Process Development Engineer roles, but adjacent degrees like applied chemistry may require confirmation from your DSO.
Build an I-983 training plan around process milestones
Write your training objectives around specific deliverables in scale-up, validation, or manufacturing process design, not generic engineering tasks. Employers reviewing your I-983 need to see measurable learning goals tied to your actual role, or USCIS may issue a request for evidence.
Target employers who already file LCAs for engineers
Search the OFLC Wage Search to identify companies that have certified Labor Condition Applications for Process Engineer or Process Development titles. Repeat LCA filers in pharma, semiconductors, and specialty chemicals are already familiar with STEM OPT compliance requirements.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting any offer
Ask your recruiter to confirm E-Verify company ID or check the employer's status directly through the E-Verify employer search. An employer that isn't enrolled cannot legally employ you on a STEM OPT extension, regardless of how far you are in the offer process.
Use Migrate Mate to filter roles by E-Verify status
Search Process Development Engineer openings on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers verified for STEM OPT hiring so you don't spend time applying to companies that can't support your extension. Filter by industry to focus on biotech, pharma, or semiconductor manufacturing.
Start cap-gap planning before your OPT expires
If your employer files an H-1B visa petition on your behalf before your OPT end date and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30. Confirm your employer's H-1B filing calendar during the offer stage, not after your EAD runs out.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Process Development Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in an eligible STEM field such as chemical engineering, materials science, biomedical engineering, or a related discipline with a qualifying CIP code. The role itself must also provide practical training directly related to your degree. Your DSO confirms eligibility and updates your I-20 before USCIS approves the extension.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a Process Development Engineer?
Your I-983 must list specific learning objectives tied to your day-to-day engineering work, such as process scale-up, design of experiments, or validation protocol development. Vague goals like 'gain industry experience' are insufficient. Both you and your employer's authorized representative sign the form, and your DSO must receive it before your extension start date.
How do I verify that my employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
You can confirm enrollment through the E-Verify employer search tool, which lets you look up companies by name or employer identification number. Ask your recruiter for the company's E-Verify ID during the offer stage. Employers in federal contracting or operating in certain states may be required to enroll, but many smaller manufacturers are not and may need to register before hiring you.
What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if my employer changes the role after I start?
A material change in job duties, location, or employer requires an amended I-983 submitted to your DSO within five days. If you move to a different legal entity, such as a subsidiary or acquired company, that entity must also be enrolled in E-Verify. Failing to update your training plan puts your STEM OPT status at risk, so notify your DSO promptly when any significant change occurs.
Where can I find Process Development Engineer jobs that are open to STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Process Development Engineer openings from employers with verified E-Verify enrollment, so you can focus on roles where your STEM OPT extension is actually supported. You can also cross-reference the O*NET profile for this occupation to confirm that job descriptions align with your degree field before you apply.