MTO Manufacturing Engineer

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine in Leeds is recruiting a Manufacturing Engineer for the Made-to-Order (MTO) team. The role focuses on design, engineering and manufacturing activities for patient-specific implants, instruments and prototypes, ensuring technical robustness, compliance and timely delivery.

You will lead CAD/CAM/DFM activities, collaborate across functions, and contribute to continuous improvement with autonomy in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in mechanical, biomedical or manufacturing engineering.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Experience with CAD/CAM and engineering drawing standards.
• Quality- and compliance-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and case management of custom devices and prototypes.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Production to meet customer requirements.
• Act as subject matter expert for CAD, CAM, CMM and manufacturing automation.
• Ensure DFM principles and GD&T are incorporated into outputs.
• Lead continuous improvement across design, engineering and manufacturing.

Skills

CAD

CAM

DFM

GD&T

Engineering drawing

Project management

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

ERP systems

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:

Supply Chain Manufacturing

Job Sub Function:

Manufacturing Process Improvement

Job Category:

Business Enablement/Support

All Job Posting Locations:

Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Description:

Job Description:

DePuy Synthes’ Make To Order (MTO) Team is recruiting for a Manufacturing Engineer, located in Leeds.

The MTO Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for delivering high‑quality design, engineering and manufacturing activities within the Made-to-Order (MTO) team. This role supports the creation, development, manufacturing and delivery of patient‑specific implants, instruments and prototypes, ensuring technical robustness, compliance, and timely execution of work.

The role requires design & engineering skills, an organised and pragmatic engineering attitude, and the ability to collaborate effectively across functions. The engineer will work with a high degree of autonomy and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead design, engineering and case management of custom-made devices and prototypes, compliance with engineering standards, device regulations, and company procedures.
• Support Engineering and Production to ensure manufactured devices meet customer requirements.
• Act as subject matter expert for engineering technology tools such as CAD, CAM, CMM and manufacturing automation.
• Manage end‑to‑end case activities and prototype requests, working closely with Surgeons, Commercial, and R&D partners to understand and meet specific needs.
• Create and check CAD models and assemblies, detailed drawings, Bills of Material (BOMs), CAM Programs and manufacturing documentation.
• Ensure DFM principles and GD&T are incorporated appropriately into all design outputs.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across design, engineering and manufacturing of MTO devices.

Qualifications

Education:

• Typically degree qualified in an engineering or scientific subject area such as Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering.

Experience and Skills:

Required:

• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills; able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Comfortable working to strict delivery schedules; proactive and self‑motivated.
• CAD and CAM skills and understanding of engineering fundamentals.
• Solid understanding of DFM, GD&T, and engineering drawing standards.
• Quality‑and compliance‑focused approach.
• Clear, concise communicator—written, visual, and verbal.
• Pragmatic engineering problem solver with ability to distinguish critical issues.
• Adaptable, positive, and comfortable with change.
• Effective team collaborator, able to work both autonomously and under guidance.

Preferred:

• Practical understanding of medical device materials and CNC manufacturing processes.
• Experience with ERP systems and regulatory documentation.

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills: