Senior R&D Engineer

Johnson & Johnson Co.

Groningen

On-site

EUR 54,000 - 85,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus
Vacation days
Parental leave
Bereavement leave
Well-being reimbursement
Insurance plans

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson Groningen, Netherlands is seeking a Senior R&D Engineer to lead product development in MedTech and vision-focused initiatives. You will drive design, verification, and process improvements for materials, equipment, and tests.

Responsibilities include planning validation studies, maintaining cGMP/ISO compliance, and providing technical leadership for new products and processes. Fluency in English is required; strong project leadership is valued.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field with 6+ years in a regulated industry.
  • Master’s degree preferred with 4+ years.
  • Lead small to mid-scale projects and mentor junior engineers.
  • Strong knowledge of Design Control and compliance standards (cGMP, ISO).
  • Hands-on experience with complex validation and verification studies.
  • Proficient in risk analysis and troubleshooting technical issues.
  • Proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze product and process requirements (materials, quality, EHS) and perform risk and root cause analysis.
  • Develop and improve product designs, processes, equipment, test methods, and procedures; define technical requirements.
  • Plan and execute validation and verification studies, including test plans, protocols, data analysis, and issue resolution.
  • Implement new or modified products and processes, author SOPs, protocols, risk assessments.
  • Maintain compliance with cGMP, ISO standards; update procedures, support audits, and resolve CAPAs/NCRs.
  • Lead complex design analysis and verification testing.
  • Provide technical leadership for new product development and process optimization.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in product and process development.

Skills

Problem Solving
Process Engineering
Technical Credibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
Master’s degree preferred

Tools

SolidWorks
Python
MatLab
Microsoft Project
3D printing
Six Sigma
SAP PLM

Job description

All Job Posting Locations

Groningen, Netherlands

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 & J&J 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 & J&J, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function

R&D Product Development

Job Sub Function

R&D Process Engineering

Job Category

Scientific/Technology

Job Description
Senior R&D Engineer
About MedTech

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.

Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech

About Vision

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.

Are you passionate about improving and expanding on the possibilities of vision treatments? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how vision is improved? Our Vision team solves the toughest health challenges. Help combine cutting-edge insights, science, technology, and people to encourage eye care professionals and patients to proactively protect, correct and enhance healthy sight for life. Our products and services address these needs – from the pediatric to aging eye – in a patient’s lifetime.

Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech

We are searching for the best talent for

You will be responsible for Senior R&D Engineer.

You Will Be Responsible For
  • Analyze product and process requirements (materials, quality, EHS) and perform risk and root cause analysis.
  • Develop and improve product designs, processes, equipment, test methods, and procedures; define technical requirements.
  • Plan and execute validation and verification studies, including test plans, protocols, data analysis, and issue resolution.
  • Implement new or modified products and processes, author SOPs, protocols, risk assessments.
  • Maintain compliance with cGMP, ISO standards; update procedures, support audits, and resolve CAPAs/NCRs.
  • Lead complex design analysis and verification testing.
  • Provide technical leadership for new product development and process optimization.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in product and process development.
Qualifications / Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field with minimum 6 years of experience in a regulated industry.
  • Master’s degree preferred with minimum 4 years of experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead small to mid-scale projects and mentor junior engineers.
  • Strong knowledge of Design Control and compliance standards (cGMP, ISO).
  • Hands-on experience with complex validation and verification studies.
  • Proficient in risk analysis and troubleshooting technical issues.
  • Proficiency in English.
Preferred Specific Knowledge And Skills
  • Analysis of datasets using Python or MatLab.
  • Designing 3D models using SolidWorks.
  • Experience in rapid prototyping techniques using 3D printing.
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Project.
  • Six Sigma Certified Green Belt / Black Belt.
  • Knowledge in high precision machining (lathing and milling).
  • Knowledge in high precision injection molding.
Required Skills

Problem Solving, Process Engineering, Technical Credibility

Preferred Skills

Analytical Reasoning, Coaching, Computerized Equipment Skills, Emerging Technologies, Engineering, Gemba Kaizen, Mechanical Equipments, Process Control, Process Oriented, Product Improvements, Purchasing, Research and Development, SAP Product Lifecycle Management, Situational Awareness, Teamwork, Technical Research, Technologically Savvy

The Anticipated Base Pay Range For This Position Is

€53,500.00 - €85,445.00

Benefits

In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & J&J Careers.

  • This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.
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