Staff Development Engineer

6041-Ethicon Endo Surgery Inc Legal Entity; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 109,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Parental leave

401(k) plan

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson MedTech in Cincinnati, Ohio, seeks a Staff Equipment Development Engineer to advance assembly equipment for handheld medical devices. You will collaborate with NPD teams, suppliers, and manufacturing to deliver scalable production solutions.

The role emphasizes debug, qualification, DFA, and GR&R testing, with travel up to 25% and opportunities for leadership and growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or equivalent in engineering.
• 7+ years in a dynamic R&D environment with production line focus.
• Experience developing manual and semi-automated assembly processes.
• Equipment debug, FAT, and qualification experience.
• GR&R and software validation testing experience.
• Proven track record of team-based objectives.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with NPD, equipment suppliers and manufacturing plants to deliver full production solutions.
• Create assembly equipment requirements and provide DFA recommendations.
• Own development, debug and qualification of assembly stations with FAT.
• Document results per J&J Medtech procedures.
• Investigate new manufacturing tech and automation to cut time to market.
• Encourage technical mastery, cross-training and problem solving.
• Coach team members to drive stronger business results.
• Ensure projects comply with GMP, ISO, MDD and internal policies.

Skills

R&D experience

Production line development

Assembly process development

GR&R & software validation

Teamwork & communication

Problem solving

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Automation equipment

Vision systems

Job description

Job Overview

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 https://www.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 Details

Job Function: R&D Product Development | Job Sub Function: R&D Mechanical Engineering | Job Category: Scientific/Technology | All Job Posting Locations: Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

J&J Medtech is recruiting for a Staff Equipment Development Engineer in Cincinnati, Ohio to support our handheld medical device business. Our business offers a broad range of products and technologies, including surgical staplers, clip appliers, trocars and sealing devices—that are used in a wide variety of minimally invasive and open surgical procedures. Our team of engineers, designers, and technical specialists are in the forefront of technology in the medical device industry.

As a key member of our group, you will be making vital contributions to the New Product Development (NPD) pipeline. You will work with NPD teams, equipment suppliers and manufacturing partners to deliver innovative assembly processes and equipment. This role provides an opportunity to bring exciting new products to market while also providing the opportunity for leadership and significant professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with NPD, equipment suppliers and our manufacturing plants to bring full‑scale production solutions from concept to stable production.
• Create assembly equipment requirements and provide DFA recommendations.
• Own the development, debug, and characterization of assigned assembly stations ensuring successful FAT and qualification performance.
• Document results of equipment development activities following J&J Medtech procedures.
• Investigate and enable new manufacturing technologies and process improvements, including automation, to drive innovation and reduce time to market.
• Encourage technical mastery, collaboration, cross‑training, critical thinking and problem‑solving.
• Coach individuals as required to drive stronger business results.
• Ensure projects are carried out in compliance with regulatory requirements (GMP, ISO, MDD), EES policy and procedure requirements.

Qualifications

Education: Minimum of a Bachelor’s or equivalent University Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience required.

Experience & Skills – Required:

• 7+ years of proven experience in a dynamic R&D environment with emphasis on production line development.
• Experience developing manual and semi‑automated assembly processes of small, complex components.
• Demonstrated ability to perform equipment debug, characterization, Factory Acceptance Testing, and qualification activities.
• Experience executing GR&R and software validation testing.
• Must have proven track record of achieving objectives in a team‑based environment.
• Excellent communication, teamwork and influencing skills.
• Must be proficient at breaking down complex issues to drive to succinct solutions.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills.

Experience & Skills – Preferred:

• Experience in a medical device production environment or other regulated environment.
• Process Excellence Six Sigma knowledge.
• Vision systems and controls development experience.
• Automated assembly equipment development.

Other:

• May require up to 25% domestic and/or international travel to other locations and sites.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

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, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated base pay range for this position is : $109,000.00 - $174,800.00

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. Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off 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

Mission Statement

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 https://www.jnj.com/.