Sr. IT Make Engineer - Circulatory Restoration

Johnson & Johnson MedTech | Circulatory Restoration; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Sr. Make Engineer – Circulatory Restoration in Santa Clara, CA. The role focuses on integrating IT with OT and MES to improve manufacturing reliability, cybersecurity, and scalable plant solutions.

You will lead projects across IT/OT, support shop-floor operations, and drive technology modernization with cross-functional teams. A strong background in manufacturing IT and Agile practices is required, with emphasis on secure, efficient processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Automation or related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing IT environment with IT/OT/MES applications experience.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, firewalls, routing, switching, VLANs, VMware/Hyper-V; experience with PLC, SCADA, HMI, DCS, Historian, MES.
• Strong communication, analytical, problem-solving, prioritization, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum and FDA-regulated environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain integrated IT/OT architectures for manufacturing.
• Ensure secure connectivity between industrial systems (PLC, HMI, SCADA, MES, Historians) and IT platforms.
• Apply OT cybersecurity practices including system hardening, patching, and vulnerability management.
• Lead shop-floor IT/OT/MES issues as primary contact; document incidents, changes, and workflows.
• Drive plant technology modernization and lean initiatives with IT/OT teams and vendors.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Agile/Scrum experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Software Engineering / Electronics / Automation or related field

Tools

PLC

SCADA

HMI

DCS

Historian

MES

Job description

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 & 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

Supply Chain Manufacturing

Job Sub Function

Manufacturing Process Improvement

Job Category

Professional

All Job Posting Locations

Santa Clara, California, United States of America

Job Description

Johnson & Johnson is hiring for a Sr. Make Engineer – Circulatory Restoration to join our team located in Santa Clara, CA.

About Cardiovascular

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 Cardiovascular? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our Cardiovascular team develops leading solutions for heart recovery, electrophysiology, and stroke. You will join a proud heritage of continually elevating standards of care for stroke, heart failure and atrial fibrillation (AFib) patients. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech

Position Overview

The Senior IT Make Engineer, with an OT/IT/MES focus, will lead the integration, support, and continuous improvement of technologies connecting corporate Information Technology (IT) with Operational Technology (OT) systems, including Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES). This role promotes reliable operations, industrial cybersecurity, and secure, scalable solutions critical for critical manufacturing environments.

Essential Job Functions

OT/IT Integration

• Design, implement, and maintain integrated IT/OT architectures.
• Ensure secure connectivity between industrial systems (PLC, HMI, SCADA, MES, Historians) and corporate IT platforms.
• Define and manage network zones and conduits in alignment with ISA/IEC-62443.

Industrial Cybersecurity

• Apply OT cybersecurity practices, including system hardening, access control, patching, and vulnerability management.
• Manage industrial firewalls, DMZs, IDS/IPS, antivirus, and application whitelisting for plant systems.
• Support security incident responses for OT infrastructure.

Support and Operations

• Serve as the primary shop-floor contact for IT/OT/MES issues and provide advance L3 support.
• Manager supports tickets and communication status, risks, and priorities to management.
• Document incidents, changes, configurations, technical diagrams, standard work, procedures, and process flows.
• Train end users and support user assessments as needed. Coordinate activities with engineering, production, maintenance, and vendors.
• Monitor shop-floor data quality and report key performance indicators.
• Partner with Engineering, Production, Maintenance, Continuous Improvement teams and vendors to resolve issues and implement corrective actions.

Projects and Continuous Improvement

• Lead plant technology modernization and lean initiatives, including deliverables, timelines, and resources with IT/OT initiatives.
• Evaluate technologies, conduct proof‑of‑concept tests, and present technical recommendations.
• Create and manage change requests for the Santa Clara, Minnesota and Costa Rica sites.
• Test and release configuration changes, system updates, and new functionality.
• Support new product development and productivity projects through implementation planning and structured problem solving.
• Stay current on industry trends, regulatory requirements, and MES advancements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer, or Software Engineering, Electronics, Automation or related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing IT environment, including 2 years supporting IT/OT/MES applications.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, firewalls, routing, switching, VLANs, VMware, Hyper‑VExperience with industrial platforms such as PLC, SCADA, HMI, DCS, Historian, and MES.
• Strong communication, analytical, problem-solving, prioritization, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Desired previous experience working in a SCRUM or Agile environment is desirable.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and collaborate across functions.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methods and FDA-regulated environments is preferred.

Additional Information

• The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs. Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation’s performance over a calendar/performance year. Bonuses are awarded at the Company’s discretion on an individual basis.
• Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance.
• Employees may be eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
• Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
  • Vacation – up to 120 hours per calendar year
  • Sick time - up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington – up to 56 hours per calendar year
  • Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – up to 13 days per calendar year
  • Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
• Additional information can be found through the link below. https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits

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 & 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 contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

Preferred Skills

Agile Manufacturing, Business Behavior, Business Savvy, Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Control (CMC), Coaching, Continuous Improvement, Data Gathering and Analysis, Detail-Oriented, Document Management, Goal Attainment, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Plant Operations, Problem Solving, Process Control, Quality Management Systems (QMS), Quality Standards, Quality Systems Documentation, Technical Writing, Time Management

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$91,000.00 - $147,200.00