NPI & LCM Senior Engineer

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 Engineering Job Sub Function: Manufacturing Engineering Job Category: Scientific/Technology All Job Posting Locations: Irvine, California, United States of America Job Description: Johnson and Johnson is recruiting for an NPI & LCM Senior Engineer to be located in Irvine, CA. 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 JOB SUMMARY* The NPI & LCM Senior Engineer will drive projects, though initiative and judgment to work with limited supervision and direction. Ensures the smooth transfer of products and processes from Research and Development (R&D) into Supply Chain. Acts as a liaison between R&D and Supply Chain; clearly communicates requirements for new product introductions to manufacturing. Ensures that products and processes meet the targeted yield and capability when transferred from R&D into manufacturing. Ensures that products and processes are designed for manufacturability. Designs and develops (or directs those who do) tools, jigs, fixtures and other equipment required to aid in the production and/or inspection of the product. Performs product and process characterization and process/product qualifications (IQ, OQ, PQ and APQ). Designs and develops Test Methods (when applicable) for use on the production floor. Applies Process Excellence tools when applicable. Applies intensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields. Mentoring and coaching Junior Engineers during the process. Additional duties of this role would include writing/updating work instructions, part specifications, validation protocols, technical documents, and various forms of reports and correspondence. The NPI & LCM Senior Engineer will be dedicated to supporting new product development, NPD transfers and responsible for lifecycle engineering and improvement, yield improvement, mechanical and electrical assembly, troubleshooting where needed, and various other projects including but not limited to the testing and design of toolings, requirements, and validation protocols. The NPI & LCM Senior Engineer will be responsible for selecting design directions and modifications of system components. The NPI & LCM Senior Engineer will lead decisions on scope of work, selection of equipment and length of tasks. Furthermore, additional responsibilities also include deciding on design and process changes to meet revised specifications, providing and developing solutions to problems of limited scope. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES* In accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws/regulations and Corporate Johnson & Johnson, procedures and guidelines, this position: · Responsible for the cost reductions efforts of all products, materials, and techniques using engineering principles and financial impacts. · Makes decisions independently on engineering problems and methods and represents the organization in conferences to resolve important questions and to plan and coordinate work. · Requires the use of advanced techniques and the modification and extension of theories, precepts and practices of his/her field and related sciences and disciplines. · Consults with supervisor concerning unusual problems and developments. · Responsible for one or more of the following: As an individual researcher, carries out complex or novel assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques or procedures. Work is expected to result in the development of new or improved techniques or procedures. Work is expected to result in the development of new or refined equipment, materials, processes, products, and/or methods. As an SME, develops and evaluates plans and criteria for a variety of projects and activities to be carried out by others. · Assesses the feasibility and soundness of proposed engineering evaluation tests, products or equipment, when necessary, data are insufficient or confirmation by testing is advisable. · Practices company safety and quality policies and procedures. Actively requires conformance. · Responsible for the purchase or design of equipment that meets health, safety and environmental standards set by the company. · Responsible for performing design reviews and pre-validation assessments to ensure the safe and environmentally sound start-up of new processes. · Responsible for communicating business related issues Responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level · Responsible for following all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices as applicable. · For those who supervise or manage a staff, responsible for ensuring that subordinates follow all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices and that all resources needed to do so are available and in good condition, if applicable · Responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all Federal, State, local and Company regulations, policies, and procedures · Performs other duties assigned as needed EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION* · BS Engineering degree in relevant discipline · 3-5 years of related engineering experience · MS degree preferred in a related engineering discipline. · Has significant complex level engineering experience. · Financial background experience in the field of Operations would be beneficial. · Experience in the medical device industry would be an asset. · Hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment preferred. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES and AFFILIATIONS* · Must possess a clear mastery of theoretical and practical fundamentals and experimental engineering techniques. · Strong English communication skills, written and oral. · Ability to present presentations to upper management a plus. · Knowledge of drafting software systems such as AutoCad and Solidworks is preferred. · Knowledge of statistical software packages such as Minitab a plus. · Project Management skills a plus. · Process Excellence tools such as Lean and Six Sigma certification a plus. · Business/financial acumen 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 or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource. Required Skills: Preferred Skills: The anticipated base pay range for this position is : $79,000.00 - $127,650.00 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: - At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. 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