Principal Engineer, R&D

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Jacksonville (TX)

On-site

USD 117,000 - 201,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Vacation -120 hours per year

Sick time - 40 hours per year; varies

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson Vision in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Principal Engineer, R&D to lead and manage large equipment technology projects. You will collaborate with diverse teams to create automation solutions impacting eye health, from planning through closure, in a regulated medical device environment.

The role requires a strong background in electrical/mechanical engineering, 10+ years in engineering, and experience with automation systems.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field required.
Minimum 10 years of experience in engineering roles.
Experience in Medical Devices, Pharmaceutical, or other regulated industries preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage Equipment Automation Capital Projects from Business Case Proposal and conception through closure.
Manage project earned value and work completed.
Evaluate and negotiate contract terms with equipment suppliers.
Propose, assess, plan, implement, monitor, and close large equipment technology projects across Johnson & Johnson Vision.
Perform design tasks, including development of requirements, system specifications, qualifications protocol generation, protocol execution, technical instructions, training, and protocol/test execution reports.
Lead equipment commissioning testing activities to ensure successful implementation.

Skills

Automation experience

Project management

Statistical analysis

Team collaboration

Machine learning (nice to have)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SAP PLM

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:

R&D Mechanical Engineering

Job Category:

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:

Jacksonville, Florida, United States of America

Job Description:

We are searching for the best talent to join our Vision team as a Principal Engineer, R&D located in Jacksonville, FL.

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 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

Purpose:

As the Principal Engineer, you will play a key role in leading and managing large equipment technology projects at Johnson & Johnson Vision. Your expertise and leadership will be essential in all stages of the project lifecycle, from planning and implementation to monitoring and completion. You will work closely with diverse teams to create innovative equipment automation solutions that will have a significant impact on eye health.

You will:

Manage Equipment Automation Capital Projects from Business Case Proposal and conception through closure
Manage project earned value and work completed
Evaluate and negotiate contract terms with equipment suppliers
Propose, assess, plan, implement, monitor, and close large equipment technology projects across Johnson & Johnson Vision
Perform design tasks, including development of requirements, system specifications, qualifications protocol generation, protocol execution, technical instructions, training, and protocol/test execution reports
Participate in the review, negotiation, and vigilance of support service contracts and vendor commitments
Generate and complete validation/qualification test plans to ensure sound performance of equipment
Collaborate with internal teams and assist in the technical development of peers and partners
Tackle equipment application challenges and provide innovative solutions
Take an active role in the areas of equipment safety, OEE, equipment technical evolution, and equipment reliability
Lead equipment commissioning testing activities to ensure successful implementation

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Industrial Engineering
Master’s degree preferred
Minimum of 10 years of experience working in engineering roles
Proficiency delivering automation solutions, with a minimum of 10 years of experience
Experience specifying, debugging, commissioning, and qualifying systems with advanced automation, with a minimum of 5 years of experience
Experience working in Medical Devices, Pharmaceutical, or other regulated industries is preferred
Proficient in statistical analysis to ensure data-driven decision-making
Demonstrated ability to complete projects with minimal guidance and supervision
Experience working collaboratively in a team environment
Experience presenting business cases and project status
Some experience in machine learning is a plus, but not required

Other:

Willingness to travel up to 20% both domestically and internationally

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson and Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please email the Employee Health Support Center (ra-employeehealthsup@its.jnj.com) or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

Required Skills:

Coaching, Contract Management, Critical Thinking, Design Thinking, Fact-Based Decision Making, Feasibility Studies, Incident Management, Mechanical Engineering, Organizing, Process Oriented, Product Development, Project Management Methodology (PMM), Project Support, Research and Development, SAP Product Lifecycle Management, Technical Credibility, Technical Writing, Vendor Management

Preferred Skills:

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Pay Transparency:

The anticipated base pay range for this position is : $117,000.00 - $201,250.00

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).

This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.

Benefits:

Vacation -120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado -48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington -56 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays -13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave - 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave - 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave - 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days
Volunteer Leave - 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off - 80 hours per calendar year

For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits

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