Project Manager Engineering

Johnson Johnson; Zuchwil; Hybrid; CHF 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson's DePuy Synthes is recruiting a Project Manager, Engineering. This Hybrid role will be located across multiple locations, including Palm Beach Gardens, FL, and Zuchwil, Switzerland, with alternate hybrid options in Belgium and Ireland.

The Project Manager will plan, coordinate, and execute engineering projects supporting manufacturing, product development, and continuous improvement, delivering on time and within scope.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 5–8 years of experience in engineering project management.
• Experience managing cross-functional projects in manufacturing, medical devices, or regulated environments.
• Strong project planning, scheduling, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of quality systems and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• PM methodologies like Agile or Waterfall preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering projects from initiation to completion with scope, schedule, and budget.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and external partners.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans and status reports for leadership.
• Identify risks, implement mitigations, and escalate when needed.
• Ensure compliance with quality systems and regulatory requirements.
• Manage change control processes.
• Support continuous improvement and process optimization.
• Track performance metrics and capture lessons learned.

Skills

Agile

Budget management

Coaching

Collaboration

Critical thinking

Stakeholder management

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Quality systems

Organizing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Job description

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:

Supply Chain Engineering

Job Sub Function:

Project Engineering

Job Category:

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:

Zuchwil, Switzerland

Job Description:

DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Project Manager, Engineering. This Hybrid position will be located in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida (USA). Alternate hybrid locations may be considered in Belgium; Cork, Ireland or Zuchwil, Switzerland.

Please note that this role is available across multiple countries and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements. While you are welcome to apply to any or all of the postings, we recommend focusing on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s):

Palm Beach Gardens, FL - Requisition Number: R-071913

Belgium and Ireland - Requisition Number: R-073270

Switzerland - Requisition Number: R-073254

Remember, whether you apply to one or all of these requisition numbers, your applications will be considered as a single submission.

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopedics business to establish a standalone orthopedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.

Job Overview

The Project Manager, Engineering is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing engineering projects that support manufacturing operations, product development, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role partners closely with cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and in compliance with quality and regulatory requirements. The position plays a key role in driving operational efficiency, supporting business growth, and enabling the successful delivery of engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead engineering projects from initiation through completion, including scope definition, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and external partners to ensure project alignment and execution.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and status reports for stakeholders and leadership.
• Identify project risks and issues, implement mitigation plans, and elevate as appropriate.
• Ensure projects comply with applicable quality systems, regulatory requirements, and internal standards.
• Manage change control processes and ensure alignment with approved project objectives.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance processes, systems, and engineering practices.
• Track project performance metrics and ensure lessons learned are captured and applied to future projects.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree required in Engineering, Project Management, or a related technical field
• Master's degree preferred

Experience and Skills

Required

• Typically requires 5-8 years of experience in engineering project management or a related engineering role
• Proven experience managing cross‑functional projects in a manufacturing, medical device, or regulated environment
• Strong project planning, scheduling, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet established deadlines
• Solid understanding of engineering principles, manufacturing processes, and quality systems
• Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills

Preferred

• Experience in medical devices, healthcare, or life sciences industries
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall)
• Experience supporting capital projects, equipment implementation, or process improvements
• Knowledge of regulatory and quality requirements (e.g., FDA, ISO)
• Experience using project management and collaboration tools

Other

• Language: English required
• Travel: Up to 15% domestic travel
• Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification preferred

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Required Skills

Agile Decision Making, Budget Management, Coaching, Collaborating, Critical Thinking, Customer Centricity, Knowledge Networks, Lean Supply Chain Management, Organizational Project Management, Organizing, Project Engineering, Quality Assurance (QA), Regulatory Compliance, Resource Forecasting, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Application, Scientific Research, Strategic Supply Chain Management

Preferred Skills

Agile Decision Making, Budget Management, Coaching, Collaborating, Critical Thinking, Customer Centricity, Knowledge Networks, Lean Supply Chain Management, Organizational Project Management, Organizing, Project Engineering, Quality Assurance (QA), Regulatory Compliance, Resource Forecasting, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Application, Scientific Research, Strategic Supply Chain Management