Johnson & Johnson · 5 months ago
Staff Mechanical Engineer - R&D Robotics
Johnson & Johnson is a leader in healthcare innovation, dedicated to developing advanced medical technologies. The Staff Mechanical Engineer will join the Strategic Robotics R&D team to design and develop instruments for robotic-assisted surgeries, collaborating across various engineering disciplines to improve patient care.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Design and develop single and multi-use instruments and accessories for robotically assisted surgeries
Provide engineering knowledge to ensure feasibility, repeatability, and robustness of proposed designs and tests
Develop novel technologies for human-robot interaction by closely collaborating with software engineers, robotics engineers, clinical engineers, and physicians
Iterate quickly on proof-of-concept prototypes, implement long term commercial design solutions, and engage with vendors
Participate in multi-functional discussions and design reviews
Participate in clinical procedures and activities related to procedural development
Mentor and provide engineering guidance to varying levels of mechanical engineers
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar Engineering field with a minimum of 8+ years of experience in medical device design (or PhD with 3+ years, or Master's degree with 6+ years of relevant experience)
Demonstrated experience in mechanism and product design, including the assembly and testing of early R&D prototypes through feature-complete devices
Demonstrated understanding of materials and how to apply this knowledge to component design
Demonstrated knowledge of component manufacturing processes (including rapid prototyping, machining, injection molding, metal injection molding, extrusion, etc.)
Possess deep knowledge of mechanical engineering fundamentals (e.g. statics, dynamics, strength of materials, fatigue, FEA, GD&T)
Experience in Design Verification & Validation and Test Method development
Experience using SolidWorks (or equivalent CAD package), including the ability to create models, assemblies, and detailed drawings, following best design practices and ASME standards
Preferred
Experience in designing medical instruments and accessories used in conjunction with a robotic platform
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Business accident insurance
Group legal insurance
Consolidated retirement plan (pension)
Savings plan (401(k))
Long-term incentive program
Vacation – up to 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - up to 40 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
Company
Johnson & Johnson
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything.
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