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Job Function:
Supply Chain EngineeringJob Sub Function:
Process EngineeringJob Category:
Scientific/TechnologyAll Job Posting Locations:
Danvers, Massachusetts, United States of AmericaJob Description:
We are searching for the best talent for Sr. NPI Engineer.
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 the possibilities of Cardiovascular? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our Cardiovascular team develops leading solutions for heart recovery, electrophysiology, and stroke. You will join a proud heritage of continually elevating standards of care for stroke, heart failure and atrial fibrillation (AFib) patients.
Senior NPI Engineer (Supplier & Process Engineering)
Job Summary
The Senior NPI Engineer leads supplier and process engineering activities for new product introductions. This role drives robust industrialization, ensures supplier readiness, and owns process validation and risk management activities. The Senior NPI Engineer influences design decisions, leads cross‑functional alignment, and ensures flawless design transfer and launch readiness.
Key Responsibilities
Lead process development and industrialization for internal and external manufacturing processes.
Own PFMEA, control plans, validation strategies, capability studies, and documentation.
Conduct supplier capability assessments, gap analysis, and readiness reviews.
Provide authoritative DFM/DFA/DFX guidance to R&D and program teams.
Lead process validations (IQ/OQ/PQ), data analysis, and technical decision-making.
Drive PPAP deliverables, supplier qualification, and tooling readiness.
Partner with R&D, Regulatory, Operations, and Quality to ensure seamless design transfer.
Identify risks, define mitigation actions, and ensure compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, and internal quality systems.
Lead structured problem-solving (DMAIC, 8D, root cause analysis) for supplier or process failures.
Support cost, yield, and scalability improvements throughout the NPI lifecycle.
Represent the function in program leadership meetings and provide readiness updates to management.
Qualifications – Required
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Biomedical, or related engineering field.
7–10+ years of experience in NPI, Supplier Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Process Engineering.
Demonstrated expertise in DFX, PFMEA, process validation, and supplier qualification.
Strong experience in regulated environments (medical device strongly preferred).
Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence technical decisions.
Strong data analysis and statistical skills (DOE, MSA, SPC).
Qualifications – Preferred
Experience with PPAP/APQP and complex supplier ecosystems.
Background in micro‑assembly, catheter manufacturing, machining, electronics, or automated processes.
Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
Experience mentoring junior engineers.
Key Competencies
Technical authority & decision-making
Influence & cross-functional leadership
Advanced problem-solving
Execution rigor & ownership
Risk management & quality compliance
Strategic thinking & scalability mindset
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.
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The anticipated base pay range for this position is: $94,000 - $151,800.
The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs. Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation’s performance over a calendar/performance year. Bonuses are awarded at the Company’s discretion on an individual basis. Employees and/or eligible dependents may be 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. Employees may be eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401k).This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program. Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation – up to 120 hours per calendar year. Sick time - up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington – up to 56 hours per calendar year. Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – up to 13 days per calendar year. Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year. For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits This job posting is anticipated to close on June12, 2026. The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on https://www.careers.jnj.com to accept additional applications.
Johnson & Johnson: Changing health for humanity
We’re building a world where complex diseases are prevented and cured, treatments are smarter and less invasive—and solutions are personal.
Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
Agile Decision Making, Coaching, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Critical Thinking, Emerging Technologies, Issue Escalation, Lean Supply Chain Management, Problem Solving, Process Control, Process Engineering, Product Costing, Product Improvements, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Application, Situational Awareness, Technical Research, Technologically Savvy, Validation Testing, Vendor SelectionSkills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Biomedical, or related engineering field.
- 7-10+ years of experience in NPI, Supplier Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Process Engineering.
- Demonstrated expertise in DFX, PFMEA, process validation, and supplier qualification.
- Strong experience in regulated environments (medical device strongly preferred).
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence technical decisions.
- Strong data analysis and statistical skills (DOE, MSA, SPC).
- Experience with PPAP/APQP and complex supplier ecosystems.
- Background in micro-assembly, catheter manufacturing, machining, electronics, or automated processes.
- Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
- Experience mentoring junior engineers.
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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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