Associate Engineer, Optical Metrology, R&D

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Jacksonville, FL, USA
In-Office
Entry level
Healthtech • Biotech • Pharmaceutical • Manufacturing
The Role
Develops, validates, documents, and supports optical and dimensional test methods for prototype and clinical supply lenses. Conducts experiments, troubleshoots instruments, analyzes optical and geometric data, maintains laboratory equipment, and recommends quality improvements. The role collaborates with product development teams to translate design requirements into test methods and works with suppliers to acquire hardware within budget and schedule constraints.
Summary Generated by Built In

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com.

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function:

R&D Operations

Job Sub Function:

Product Development Testing

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Jacksonville, Florida, United States of America

Job Description:

About Vision

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.

Are you passionate about improving and expanding on the possibilities of vision treatments? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how vision is improved? Our Vision team solves the toughest health challenges. Help combine cutting-edge insights, science, technology, and people to encourage eye care professionals and patients to proactively protect, correct and enhance healthy sight for life. Our products and services address these needs – from the pediatric to aging eye – in a patient’s lifetime.

Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech

An internal pre-identified candidate for consideration has been identified. However, all applications will be considered.

We are searching for the best talent for Associate Engineer, Optical Metrology, R&D

POSITION SUMMARY

The Associate Engineer Optical Metrology is accountable for methodologies to test new and existing product characteristics and performance.  Methodology development includes the construction, validation, documentation and support of all optical and dimensional test methods.  This Associate Engineer supports work with product development teams to transfer design requirements into test methods.  He/She manages hardware acquisition efforts, working with suppliers to create new systems within budgetary and schedule constraints. 

Adheres to environmental policy, procedures, and supports department environmental objectives.  Engages in Credo-based decision-making.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Conduct research and development activities related to the implementation of new optical metrology related test methods.
  • Perform routine troubleshooting.
  • Recommend quality/compliance improvements on existing instruments, and methods.
  • Perform assigned scientific experiments and procedures under supervision.
  • Provide solutions to problems of limited scope of complexity and exercise judgment within generally defined policies and procedures to determine appropriate action.
  • Assist in writing and updating protocols, test methods and standard operating procedures.
  • Collect, analyze, and compile data then summarize data for interpretation by supervisor.
  • Operate and maintain laboratory equipment; operate hands-on instruments considered standard in his/her area of expertise.
  • Perform analysis of optical and geometric properties of prototype and clinical supply lenses.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned by management.
  • Understands and applies Johnson & Johnson’s Credo and Leadership

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Optics, Physics, or Engineering. 
  • Prior engineering experience in a regulated industry with optical medical devices preferred;
  • Statistical design and analysis of experiments education;
  • Basic understanding and application of principles, concepts, and practices of engineering methods;
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.

 Conditions & Physical Demands of Job

  • Laser safety clearance
  • Ability to sit/stand in front of instruments; ability to make measurements throughout the day
  • Light lifting (up to 23 lbs.)
  • Ability to communicate clearly to various internal customers with testing requests in the lab
  • Visual acuity – ability to see lenses in liquid

Work location: Jacksonville, FL

Travel: <10%

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

 Johnson and Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please email the Employee Health Support Center ([email protected]) or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource

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Required Skills:



Preferred Skills:

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Optics, Physics, or Engineering
  • Statistical design and analysis of experiments education
  • Basic understanding and application of engineering methods, principles, concepts, and practices
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
  • Prior engineering experience in a regulated industry with optical medical devices
  • Laser safety clearance
  • Ability to sit or stand in front of instruments and make measurements throughout the day
  • Ability to lift up to 23 pounds
  • Ability to communicate clearly with internal customers regarding laboratory testing requests
  • Visual acuity sufficient to see lenses in liquid

Johnson & Johnson Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Johnson & Johnson and has not been reviewed or approved by Johnson & Johnson.

  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare coverage is characterized as comprehensive across medical, dental, and vision, with added supports like onsite clinics, fitness centers, and Employee Assistance resources. Mental-health services and wellbeing reimbursements are also described as meaningful components of the overall package.
  • Retirement Support Retirement offerings are portrayed as a major differentiator, combining a 401(k) with employer matching and an employer-funded pension plan. Stock options and other long-term financial supports are also positioned as part of the broader rewards mix.
  • Parental & Family Support Family-related benefits are presented as notably strong, including paid parental leave for all new parents and additional leave types for caregiving and bereavement. Financial assistance for adoption, fertility treatment, and surrogacy is highlighted as a significant support.

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