Experienced Engineer, R&D Mechanical Engineering - Surgery

Location: Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

Remote Type: Hybrid Work

Time Type: Full time

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:

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

Job Description:

About Surgery

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 surgery? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our Surgery team will give you the chance to deliver surgical technologies and solutions to surgeons and healthcare professionals around the world. Your contributions will help effectively treat some of the world’s most prevalent conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease and cancer. Patients are waiting.

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 a Experienced Engineer, R&D Mechanical Engineering.  This role will be based in Cincinnati, OH and will work a Flex/Hybrid schedule.  Relocation assistance may be available on a case-by-case basis and if approved by the business.

Purpose:

Deliver proven, research-based mechanical engineering solutions that advance new product development and improve existing products and processes. Support the R&D Mechanical Engineering team as a productive individual contributor across all stages of the product lifecycle, applying practical engineering skills and scientific methods to meet product and customer specifications.

You will be responsible for:

• Conduct research, analysis, and hands‑on engineering work within larger R&D activities to support NPD and lifecycle projects.
• Identify robust, functional, and cost‑effective concepts, designs, and details for machines, tools, fixtures, and products (metal and molded components).
• Plan, develop, qualify, and stabilize component development and manufacturing process solutions for NPD projects.
• Develop and implement procedures, process standards, and reporting practices focused on manufacturing and scale‑up.
• Coordinate testing, verification, and validation activities (internal and with external laboratories) to ensure conformance to product and customer specifications.
• Prepare samples for manufacturing, testing, evaluation, and data analysis; analyze test data and iterate designs as needed.
• Interact directly with customers and internal stakeholders to determine unmet needs and translate them into technical solutions.
• Coordinate with outside suppliers/vendors for procurement, equipment repairs, materials, or outsourced testing.
• Identify and implement process‑level efficiencies and opportunities for product/process improvement; contribute inventions, designs, or techniques to solve technical problems.
• Provide weekly project status updates to R&D Mechanical Engineering leadership to surface key milestones, risks, and resource needs.
• Coach and mentor junior colleagues on techniques, processes, and responsibilities; participate in peer reviews and knowledge‑sharing.
• Ensure project guidelines and processes are followed and documentation is complete.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline.
• Proven experience in R&D mechanical engineering, product development, or manufacturing engineering
• Strong hands‑on experience with CAD and mechanical design tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo) and detailed design practices (materials, tolerancing, GD&T).
• Experience developing and qualifying metal and molded components and their manufacturing processes.
• Demonstrated experience planning and executing testing, verification, and validation activities, including working with external test labs and suppliers.
• Solid understanding of design for manufacturability, process stability, and continuous improvement methods.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to present technical status and escalate needs effectively.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and to collaborate across cross‑functional teams.
• Commitment to applying Johnson & Johnson’s Credo and Leadership Imperatives in day‑to‑day interactions.

Preferred:

• Advanced degree (MS) in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience with DFMEA, DOE, statistical analysis tools, and CI/CD tools for engineering documentation.
• Prior experience mentoring engineers or leading technical workstreams.
• Familiarity with regulatory or quality systems relevant to medical device or regulated product development.

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.

Required Skills:

 

 

Preferred Skills:

Analytical Reasoning, Auto-CAD Design, Business Case Modeling, Coaching, Design Thinking, Mechanical Engineering, Problem Solving, Process Oriented, Product Reliability, Project Management Methodology (PMM), Project Support, Quality Control Testing, Research and Development, Resource Allocation, SAP Product Lifecycle Management, Technical Credibility, Technologically Savvy

 

 

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$92,000.00 - $148,350.00

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)).

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



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