Senior Development Engineer|Johnson & Johnson MedTech| Orthopaedics| R&D

Johnson & Johnson MedTech; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson MedTech in Leeds is seeking a Senior Development Engineer for orthopaedics R&D. You will drive new product development, influence design for manufacture, and transfer designs to manufacturing while coordinating with internal and external partners.

The role involves collaboration with surgeons, quality, regulatory, and vendors, with a strong emphasis on design controls, risk management and completing projects to milestones. Up to 10% travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering field required.
• Minimum 4 years in a product development role.
• Strong mechanical engineering capability.
• Expertise in medical device design controls, design inputs/outputs, verification and validation, and risk management.
• Ability to analyse problems, interpret data and propose practical solutions.
• Experience working in multi-functional project teams and delivering to milestones.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to new product development projects from concept through launch.
• Apply design controls, risk management, verification testing and problem-solving methods.
• Evaluate design issues and materials, and provide data-driven recommendations.
• Coordinate prototype manufacture, test method development and technical reporting.
• Collaborate with surgeons, manufacturing, quality, regulatory, vendors and project stakeholders.
• Support documentation for development history files and design reviews.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Design controls

Risk management

Problem solving

Communication

Cross-functional teams

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Matlab

Ansys

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

R&D Product Development

Job Sub Function

Biomedical Engineering

Job Category

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:

Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Description

About us:

Depuy Synthes is the largest, most innovative, and comprehensive orthopaedic business in the world.

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 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.

Senior Development Engineer| Johnson & Johnson MedTech| Orthopaedics| R&D

You will be working alongside other specialists responsible for providing technical R&D support for new product introductions in the market. Development Engineers play a vital role as a core member of the new product development team. They are responsible for working closely with design engineers, quality engineers, manufacturing associates, and suppliers throughout all phases of the product development lifecycle. The development engineer is critical in influencing the design for manufacture, defining the design attributes, and transferring the product design to manufacturing. This role will collaborate with internal team members and outside manufacturing partners to drive the development & qualification of the new product introductions.

This is a permanent, full-time position.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to new product development projects from concept generation through design verification and launch readiness.
• Apply design control, risk management, verification testing and problem-solving methods to deliver safe, effective and compliant product solutions.
• Evaluate design issues, materials, technologies and product improvements, making clear, data-driven recommendations.
• Coordinate prototype manufacture, test method development, hands–on/simulated testing, tolerance analyses and technical report generation.
• Partner with surgeons, manufacturing, quality, regulatory, vendors, commercial teams and project stakeholders to resolve technical challenges and meet milestones.
• Support documentation for development history files, design reviews, Risk Management and regulatory submissions.
• Coach junior engineers, interns or design resources on engineering processes, tools and good design practice.

This role would suit an individual looking to further their career as an Engineer in an R&D role within the Medical Devices sector. You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of products in a dynamic, fast paced environment, in a role that has a direct impact on the customers and patients that use our products. In addition to developing solutions to treat patient needs we are also passionate about wider social responsibilities. We are responsible to the communities in which we live and work and committed to supporting good works and charities. You are encouraged to support various CSR initiatives such as STEM engagement events with local schools and colleges and fund–raising activities in support of good causes. At DePuy Synthes, You Belong, we are strongly committed to Diversity Equity and Inclusion. Your commitment to making the workplace a truly inclusive environment for all would closely align with our values.

Experience, Skills & Proficiencies Required

• A Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant Engineering subject is required, a relevant master’s degree is preferred
• A minimum of 4 years work experience in a Product Development role is required.
• Strong mechanical engineering capability, development and analysis skills.
• Expertise in medical device design controls, design inputs/outputs, verification, validation, risk management, DHF documentation and regulatory expectations.
• Ability to analyse technical problems, interpret data and recommend practical, well–reasoned engineering solutions.
• Experience working in multi–functional project teams with the ability to manage multiple priorities and delivery to milestones.
• Confident communication skills, with the ability to engage technical and non–technical stakeholders, including surgeons, vendors and internal partners.
• Curiosity, ownership and a continuous improvement mindset, with the motivation to contribute to a high–performing R&D culture.
• A proven track record of leading a variety of development projects through to completion is essential for this role.

Preferred

• Applied Process Excellence/ Design Excellence, LEAN and Value Engineering experience, formal Green Belt/Black Belt Certification is an advantage.
• Analytical simulation skills with practical use of Matlab or Ansys software being advantageous.
• Own the resolution of complex engineering and manufacturing problems utilising advanced techniques, rapid and conventional prototyping, and other available technologies.
• Experience working in new product development projects and partnering with design teams
• This position may require up to 10% travel both domestic and international.

What type of mark will YOU make?

By joining DePuy Synthes you will find boundless opportunities to craft your path & amplify your impact inside & outside our walls. With our commitment to be the world’s healthiest workforce you can strengthen your body as well and your mind. When you work with us you can touch over a Billion lives worldwide every day. And when you apply your talent to our collective purpose there’s no end to the lasting impact we can make together. And that changes everything.

What’s in it for YOU?

It’s vital to us that you feel you can bring your whole self to work; at J&J we provide an environment for you to fulfil your career aspirations as well as promoting your physical and mental wellbeing. You will receive a competitive wage and benefits package as well as benefits that can be tailored to what is valuable to you throughout different stages of your life. Examples of this include: online Digital GP, private healthcare, Retail Vouchers, Discounted & Subsidised Gym memberships and you can get to support community projects as part of our global Corporate Social Responsibility programme.

What We’re About

We are passionate about our work and play vital roles across a range of professional disciplines, and care deeply about our customers and communities. At Johnson & Johnson our culture enables dynamic and impactful careers. We share a kind of DNA where we’re each

• Committed to caring
• Responsible to our communities
• Ready to apply our knowledge and know-how
• Unique in our background and experiences
• The drivers of our own success
• Passionate about doing what’s right

DePuy Synthes is an Affir​mative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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

United Kingdom: Leeds One Campus

United States of America: Warsaw Indiana

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

Required Skills

Preferred Skills:

Analytical Reasoning, Bioinformatics, Biological Engineering, Biological Sciences, Biostatistics, Coaching, Data Savvy, Detail-Oriented, Feasibility Studies, Inventory Management, Preclinical Research, Project Schedule, Prototyping, Research and Development, Researching, SAP Product Lifecycle Management, Technologically Savvy