Process Quality Engineer

J&J Family of Companies; Leeds; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Quality Engineer to apply quality tools throughout the product lifecycle in a UK manufacturing setting. The role focuses on continuous improvement, process validation, and rigorous problem‑solving to prevent failures and ensure regulatory compliance.

You will partner with R&D and cross‑functional teams to apply design controls, manage risk, and support design transfer and new product introductions. A degree in engineering or a related field is preferred.

Qualifications

• A degree or equivalent experience, preferably in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Experience in manufacturing or operations environments.
• Knowledge of product and process risk management per FDA/ISO standards.
• Experience in FDA and European regulatory environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support quality improvement initiatives and process/product characterization for continuous improvement and cost efficiency.
• Support process verification and validation across the product lifecycle.
• Review effectiveness of PDCA, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Lean techniques and other improvement tools.
• Review compliance with QSRs and ISO 13485 and other applicable standards.
• Champion compliance with global regulations and support audits.
• Partner with R&D and cross-functional teams on design controls, risk management, and design transfer.
• Support new product introductions as part of design transfer activities.
• Conduct investigations, documentation, review, and approval of non-conformances, CAPAs, and customer complaints.
• Own and monitor quality metrics, including leading and lagging indicators.
• Collect and analyze data using statistical methods to support decisions.
• Develop sampling plans and assess measurement systems (destructive and non-destructive).
• Evaluate risk mitigation strategies based on product classification and process capability.
• Follow company guidelines related to Health, Safety, and Environmental practices.

Skills

Problem-solving

Quality mindset

Statistical analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Risk management

Education

Engineering degree or related technical field

Tools

SPC

MSA

DoEs

Job description

The Quality Engineer applies Quality Engineering tools and practices to support the effective and efficient development, transfer, and maintenance of products and processes throughout the product lifecycle. In this role, we rely on your problem-solving skills and quality mindset to improve processes aligned with our Quality and Business vision. The position applies appropriate risk management to prevent unanticipated failure modes, improve process capability, and support base business operations. You will be responsible for:

• Supporting quality improvement initiatives, including process and product characterization, that drive continuous improvement and cost efficiency
• Supporting process verification and validation activities across the product lifecycle
• Reviewing and analyzing the effectiveness of PDCA, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Lean techniques, and other improvement tools
• Reviewing and analyzing product and process compliance with applicable standards and regulations, including QSRs and ISO 13485
• Championing compliance with global regulations and standards (e.g., QSRs, ISO, EN, MDD) and supporting internal and external audits
• Partnering with R&D and cross-functional teams to ensure effective application of design controls, risk management, and investigation of design challenges
• Supporting new product introductions as part of design transfer activities
• Conducting investigations, documentation, review, and approval of non-conformances, CAPAs, and customer complaints, including appropriate escalation of quality issues
• Owning and monitoring quality metrics, including leading and lagging indicators
• Collecting and analyzing data using statistical and analytical methods to support process improvements and day-to-day decision-making
• Developing, interpreting, and implementing standard and non-standard sampling plans
• Assessing the effectiveness of measurement tools, destructive and non-destructive testing, and measurement system analyses
• Evaluating risk mitigation strategies based on product classification, defect types, frequency, severity, patient risk, and process capability
• Following all company guidelines related to Health, Safety, and Environmental practices
  A minimum of a degree or equivalent experience, preferably in Engineering or a related technical field
• Experience working in manufacturing or operations environments
• Knowledge of product and process risk management in accordance with FDA and ISO standards
• Experience implementing appropriate risk mitigation strategies
• Experience working in both FDA and European regulatory environments is preferred
• Technical training or experience in Statistics, Lean, and Six Sigma methodologies, including SPC, MSA, DOEs, and reliability tools
• Demonstrated understanding of AI concepts and frameworks, including responsible and ethical AI practices, with experience using effective prompt generation to improve efficiency and productivity

We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment.

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 (https://www.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.

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, along with opportunities for learning, development, and career growth. We are an equal opportunity employer and provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.