Engineering Student Industrial Placement 2027

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine; Leeds; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson invites aspiring engineers and designers to join its 12-month internship in Leeds, UK. You will gain exposure to medical device design, product development, and hands-on testing across teams such as Hip New Product Development, Knee New Product Development, and Design Quality.

You'll work with CAD tools, learn from mentors, and contribute to project planning, validation, and documentation while exploring opportunities in health tech innovation.

Qualifications

• 2 years of degree level study completed in Engineering, Data Science, or Design.
• First year GPA at least 2:1 (or equivalent) aims for strong academic performance.
• Open to students in Biomedical, Mechanical, Materials, Product Design or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Support project planning and contribute to design development for medical devices.
• Assist in product testing using engineering lab equipment and CAD models.
• Help with validation activities and development of test methods and protocols.
• Collaborate with Design, Bioengineering, Quality, Manufacturing and Testing teams.
• Create 3D CAD models, drawings, and prototypes and liaise with suppliers as needed.
• Gain exposure to orthopedic devices and the regulatory documentation process.

Skills

Engineering

Data Science

Design

Education

Degree level study in Engineering/Design/Data Science

Tools

CAD

Figma

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions 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:

Career Programs

Job Sub Function:

Non-LDP Intern/Co-Op

Job Category:

Career Program

All Job Posting Locations:

Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Description:

Duration: 12 months

Location: Leeds, Yorkshire

Sector: Medical Devices

Depending on your interests and skills, you may be placed within one of the following teams:

• Hip New Product Development
• Knee New Product Development
• Design Quality
• Research and Testing

You will have the opportunity to gain exposure to designing medical implants and surgical instruments, generating design concepts, defining product specifications, identifying suitable materials, developing robust in vitro test methodologies and analyzing retrieved products depending on the team you join. As well as a lot of technical opportunities we look to our employees to drive and develop our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that focus on areas such as Women in Leadership, STEM outreach and Open&Out. You will also benefit from being mentored by a permanent staff member as well as day to day advice and guidance from your team.

Join Johnson & Johnson MedTech and help design innovative healthcare solutions that improve patients’ lives. Working with technologies such as robotics, 3D printing, and digital health, you’ll collaborate with diverse teams to bring new products from concept to launch.

Depending on your team allocation development opportunities; specialist training and responsibilities may include the following:

• Support project planning and contribute to digital innovation initiatives.
• Perform product testing using advanced engineering and laboratory equipment.
• Assist with product validation activities and development of test methods and protocols.
• Gain hands-on experience with orthopedic materials and medical device development.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams, including Design, Bioengineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Research, and Testing.
• Conduct technical research and prepare reports to support product development.
• Support equipment validation, design verification, and regulatory documentation.
• Work closely with surgeons to understand joint replacement procedures and user needs.
• Contribute to concept generation, brainstorming, and innovative design solutions.
• Create 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and prototypes.
• Support medical instrument design and liaise with external suppliers on manufacturing processes.
• Manage multiple projects and tasks in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Requirements of the role:

• 2 years of degree level study completed.
• A minimum of 2:1, or equivalent, achieved in first year of study.
• We’re looking for students in Engineering, Data Science, or Design fields, including Biomedical, Clinical, Medical, Mechanical, Materials, Product Design, or related fields.

The following are not a requirement, but may be advantageous:

• Knowledge of Python, data analysis, and data science concepts.
• Experience with sensors and data acquisition systems.

What You’ll Bring:

• Curious and motivated mindset with a passion for engineering and innovation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Interest in healthcare, user-centered design, and emerging technologies.
• Experience with CAD, Figma, or similar design software is an advantage.

Why join us?

• Build real-world experience at one of the world’s leading healthcare companies.
• Work on projects that have a real impact on business decisions.
• Build your professional network across multiple business functions.
• Learn from experienced professionals in a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Take an important step toward your future career while making a difference in patients’ lives around the world.

Please note the assessment process will include an Assessment Centre, currently planned for January 2027.

Join us and help shape the future of healthcare through engineering and innovation.

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics 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 byDePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would beprovided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.