Senior Surgical Robotics Product Development Engineer

Biopharma Asia; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson RAD (Robotics and Digital) in Santa Clara seeks a Senior Product Development Engineer for surgical robotics. You will lead NPD/NPI efforts, collaborate across R&D, manufacturing, and suppliers, and drive robust, compliant medical device designs from concept to transfer.

The role demands expertise in mechanical/electro‑mechanical design, GD&T, and manufacturing readiness, with strong problem‑solving and cross‑functional communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum four (4) years of relevant professional work experience.
• Engineering experience in either mechanical, electro-mechanical, or opto-mechanical and components or equipment.
• Experience in Design for Manufacturing or Assembly (DFM/A) around injection molding, machining, and optical equipment.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks or Creo) and GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of cost implications on design requirements and manufacturing considerations.
• Experience working closely with external or third-party suppliers.
• Knowledge and application of regulated medical device development processes, standards, and guidelines (21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, IEC 60601).
• Measurement Systems Analysis experience (e.g., GR&R).
• Statistical Analysis knowledge (DOE, PFMEA).
• Understand equipment concept creation, review/approval, build, FAT, IQ/OQ/PQ roadmap requirements.
• Proven interpersonal and communication skills in a team environment.
• Strong technical communication skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers to plan, develop, qualify, and stabilize component, equipment, and manufacturing processes for NPD projects.
• Partner with R&D, Manufacturing, and Suppliers to implement robust manufacturing solutions using DFM, DFA, and Design‑to‑Cost principles.
• Conduct tolerance stack‑up, GD&T and FEA analysis to ensure designs are robust and manufacturable at volume.
• Drive cost‑effective technical solutions through design simplification, material optimization, and process improvements, without compromising quality or performance.
• Support formal design reviews by assessing technical feasibility, manufacturability, and cost trade‑offs to inform design decisions early.
• Serve as the liaison between R&D, Product Management, Quality, Manufacturing, and suppliers, ensuring the voice of manufacturing is embedded in product design.
• Support Design Transfer activities to enable a smooth and compliant transition into manufacturing.
• Apply engineering fundamentals, advanced manufacturing techniques, and statistical analysis to solve complex technical problems and establish new methods and standards.
• Lead or support PFMEAs, process characterization, and control strategies in compliance with GMP requirements.
• Oversee engineering builds and pilot runs, performing root cause analysis and driving corrective actions.
• Manage project deliverables and track component and design changes to minimize impact to assembly and manufacturing operations.

Skills

3D CAD

GD&T

DOE

Statistical analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

DFM/DFMA

Job description

Johnson & Johnson RAD (Robotics and Digital) in Santa Clara seeks a Senior Product Development Engineer for surgical robotics. You will lead NPD/NPI efforts, collaborate across R&D, manufacturing, and suppliers, and drive robust, compliant medical device designs from concept to transfer.

The role demands expertise in mechanical/electro‑mechanical design, GD&T, and manufacturing readiness, with strong problem‑solving and cross‑functional communication.