Senior NPI Manufacturing Engineer

Johnson & Johnson•Santa Clara, CA

1d•$109,000 - $174,800•Onsite

About The Position

Robotics & Digital Solutions, part of the Johnson & Johnson family of companies, is recruiting for an NPI Senior Manufacturing Engineer, located in Santa Clara, CA. Robotics & Digital Solutions is part of Ethicon, Inc., a global leader in surgery with products and solutions found in almost every operating room around the world. Ethicon has made significant contributions to surgery for more than 100 years from creating the first sutures, to revolutionizing surgery with minimally invasive procedures. Our continuing dedication to Shape the Future of Surgery is built on our commitment to help address the world's most pressing health care issues and improve and save more lives. Through Ethicon's surgical technologies and solutions including robotics, digital solutions, sutures, staplers, energy devices, trocars and hemostats and our commitment to treat serious medical conditions like obesity and cancer worldwide, we deliver innovation to make a life-changing impact. For more information, visit www.ethicon.com. We are seeking a Senior NPI Manufacturing Engineer with exceptional drive and urgency to lead new product introduction activities for our advanced robotic medical device systems. This role demands someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, takes proactive ownership of complex technical challenges, and can rapidly troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues that impact product launches. You’ll be instrumental in bridging design intent and manufacturing reality for next-generation surgical robotics platforms. Why This Role Matters: You’ll be instrumental in bringing next-generation robotic surgical systems from concept to reality, working on mechanisms that require high level of precision and reliability. This role offers the opportunity to shape manufacturing strategy early in the product lifecycle, preventing costly delays and ensuring our products can scale while meeting the highest quality standards. If you’re someone who gets energized by technical challenges, moves with urgency, and takes pride in getting products across the finish line, this is your opportunity.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineer or related engineering field is required.
Minimum five (5) years of experience in a manufacturing related field or 3 years of experience in a manufacturing related field with a master's degree.
Strong manufacturing engineering background in process documentation.
Experience with robotic systems, precision mechanisms, or electromechanical assemblies strongly preferred.
Medical device industry experience preferred; proven track record in NPI environments highly valued.
Electromechanical Systems: Extensive troubleshooting capabilities across mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation domains
CAD Proficiency: Expert-level skills in CAD design (SolidWorks preferred), rapid prototyping, and design for manufacturing analysis.
Manufacturing Processes: Deep knowledge of precision assembly processes, and sourcing manufacturing tools, gauges, and fixtures.
Documentation: Proven experience developing design control documentation, manufacturing procedures, and quality system records
Proactive Ownership: Takes full accountability for outcomes; identifies and solves problems before they escalate.
Attention to Detail: Obsessive about getting the details right while maintaining momentum on larger objectives.
High Drive: Self-motivated with relentless pursuit of excellence; thrives under pressure and tight timelines.
Proven ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams while maintaining individual accountability.
Strong project management skills with ability to juggle multiple parallel NPI programs.

Nice To Haves

Experience with surgical robotics platforms or high-precision medical devices
Background in high-mix, low-volume precision manufacturing environments.
Experience with MES systems and PLM tools in regulated industries.

Responsibilities

New Product Introduction Leadership: Lead mechanical DFM (Design for Manufacturing) activities for complex robotic assemblies and subsystems, identifying and resolving manufacturing constraints with a sense of urgency.
Develop and maintain comprehensive manufacturing readiness frameworks for product releases.
Drive cross-functional NPI reviews with R&D, Quality, and Production teams to ensure seamless and timely product transitions
Create and execute NPI project timelines, proactively identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies
Manufacturing Process Development & Optimization: Design, validate, and document assembly processes, tooling, gauges, and fixtures for precision robotic mechanisms
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation including design control records, product configurations, manufacturing procedures, lot history records, bills-of-materials, and Quality System requirements
Apply lean manufacturing principles in production processes to reduce/eliminate waste and increase productivity
Lead and actively participate in process/product continuous improvement projects with measurable outcomes
Monitor, coach, and mentor junior engineers and technicians on manufacturing best practices
Electromechanical Troubleshooting & Problem Resolution: Provide extensive electromechanical troubleshooting capabilities and instrumental expertise to rapidly resolve build issues
Lead root cause analysis, diving deep into technical details until problems are fully understood
Demonstrate proficiency in CAD design, rapid prototyping, tool/fixture qualification, and equipment sourcing
Collect data and analyze process performance and capabilities for company products, including new products and products already in production
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Technical Leadership: Establish strong working relationships with R&D, Development Engineering, QA, and Production departments to design, develop, test, document, and implement processes, tooling, and fixtures
Support and work with Quality to proactively address and resolve non-conformances before they impact production
Identify process requirements, advise and support operations management, and implement equipment and fixtures needed for process development and manufacturing efforts

Benefits

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