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Job Function:
Supply Chain EngineeringJob Sub Function:
Manufacturing EngineeringJob Category:
Scientific/TechnologyAll Job Posting Locations:
Santa Clara, California, United States of AmericaJob Description:
Johnson & Johnson Med Tech, a member of Johnson & Johnson's Family of Companies, is recruiting for a Manufacturing Engineer. This position will be located in Santa Clara, CA.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 https://www.jnj.com/ (https://www.jnj.com/We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer with exceptional drive and urgency to lead new product introduction activities for our advanced robotic medical device systems. This role demands someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, takes proactive ownership of complex technical challenges, and can rapidly troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues that impact product launches. You’ll be instrumental in bridging design intent and manufacturing reality for next-generation surgical robotics platforms.Why This Role Matters: You’ll be instrumental in bringing next-generation robotic surgical systems from concept to reality, working on mechanisms that require high level of precision and reliability. This role offers the opportunity to shape manufacturing strategy early in the product lifecycle, preventing costly delays and ensuring our products can scale while meeting the highest quality standards. If you’re someone who gets energized by technical challenges, moves with urgency, and takes pride in getting products across the finish line, this is your opportunity.Key Role Responsibilities:- Design, validate, and document assembly processes, tooling, gauges, and fixtures to build product efficiency
- Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation including design control records, product configurations, manufacturing procedures, lot history records, bills-of-materials, and Quality System requirements
- Drive cross-functional Manufacturing reviews with R&D, Quality, and Production teams to ensure seamless and timely product transitions
- Lead and actively participate in process/product continuous improvement projects with measurable outcomes
- Provide extensive electromechanical troubleshooting capabilities and instrumental expertise to rapidly resolve build issues
- Lead root cause analysis, diving deep into technical details until problems are fully understood
- Demonstrate proficiency in CAD design, rapid prototyping, tool/fixture qualification, and equipment sourcing
- Drive process characterization, validation and Test Method Validation
- Support and work with Quality to proactively address and resolve non-conformances before they impact production
- Bachelor’s degree in mechatronic engineering, mechanical engineering or related field
- Minimum 3 years of manufacturing engineering experience with demonstrated progression of responsibility
- Strong manufacturing engineering background in process documentation.
- Electromechanical Systems: Extensive troubleshooting capabilities across mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation domains
- CAD Proficiency: rapid prototyping, and design for manufacturing analysis.
- Manufacturing Processes: Deep knowledge of precision assembly processes, and sourcing manufacturing tools, gauges, and fixtures.
- Documentation: Proven experience developing design control documentation, manufacturing procedures, and quality system records
- Experience with surgical robotics platforms or high-precision medical devices
- Background in high-mix, low-volume precision manufacturing environments.
- Experience with MES systems and PLM tools in regulated industries.
- Proactive Ownership: Takes full accountability for outcomes; identifies and solves problems before they escalate.
- Attention to Detail: Obsessive about getting the details right while maintaining momentum on larger objectives.
- High Drive: Self-motivated with relentless pursuit of excellence; thrives under pressure and tight timelines.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams while maintaining individual accountability.
- Strong project management skills with ability to juggle multiple projects.
- This position will require up to 10% travel
- The attendance policy for this requisition is Fully Onsite
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The anticipated base pay range for this position is :
$91,000.00 to $128,000.00Additional Description for Pay Transparency:
Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees and/or eligible dependents are eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance. Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program. Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation –120 hours per calendar year Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child Condolence Leave – 30 days for an immediate family member: 5 days for an extended family member Caregiver Leave – 10 days Volunteer Leave – 4 days Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours Additional information can be found through the link below. https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefitsSkills Required
- Bachelor's degree in mechatronic engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field
- At least 3 years of manufacturing engineering experience with demonstrated progression of responsibility
- Strong manufacturing engineering background in process documentation
- Extensive electromechanical troubleshooting experience across mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation domains
- CAD proficiency, including rapid prototyping and design for manufacturing analysis
- Deep knowledge of precision assembly processes and sourcing manufacturing tools, gauges, and fixtures
- Experience developing design control documentation, manufacturing procedures, and quality system records
- Experience with surgical robotics platforms or high-precision medical devices
- Experience in high-mix, low-volume precision manufacturing environments
- Experience with MES systems and PLM tools in regulated industries
- Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple projects
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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.
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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.
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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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