Johnson & Johnson · 18 hours ago
Principal Mechanical Engineer - R&D Robotics
Santa Clara, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$134K/yr - $231K/yr
10+ years expJohnson & Johnson is a leader in healthcare innovation, focused on delivering breakthroughs in health solutions. They are seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer for their Strategic Robotics R&D Team, responsible for designing and developing robotic capital hardware for surgical environments and collaborating with various engineering functions to enhance patient care.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Design and develop robotic capital hardware for use in surgical room environments
Iterate quickly on proof-of-concept prototypes, implement long term commercial design solutions, and engage with vendors
Provide design recommendations to the engineering team regarding the feasibility and soundness of proposed engineering tests, products, and equipment
Develop novel technologies for human-robot interaction by closely collaborating with software and robotic and controls engineers, clinical engineers and physicians
Participate in multi-functional discussions and design reviews
Take part in clinical procedure labs and procedural development activities
Provide mentorship and guidance to mechanical engineers with varying levels of experience
Qualification
Required
A degree in Mechanical Engineering with 10+ years of experience developing mechanical hardware (PhD+5yr, MS+8yr or BS+10yr, preferred experience in Robotic and/or Medical Device industry)
Deep knowledge of mechanical engineering fundamentals (e.g. mechanisms, materials, strength of materials, FEA, GD&T)
Extensive experience designing and bringing robotic hardware solutions to market
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
Coaching
Contract Management
Critical Thinking
Design Thinking
Fact-Based Decision Making
Feasibility Studies
Incident Management
Mechanical Engineering
Organizing
Process Oriented
Product Development
Project Management Methodology (PMM)
Project Support
Research and Development
SAP Product Lifecycle Management
Technical Credibility
Technical Writing
Vendor Management
Benefits
Generous vacation and hybrid work policies
Commute assistance (Daily shuttle from SF, public transit stipend)
Snacks, Lunch stipend for on-site cafeteria
401(k) match and pension program
Healthy work/life balance (paid parental, family & volunteer leave)
Strong culture that promotes inclusion, growth, and innovation
On-site fitness center (incl. group exercise classes) & fitness / well-being reimbursement.
Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance.
Employees may be 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.
Employees Are Eligible For The Following Time Off Benefits
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
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Former Chairman and CEO, Johnson & Johnson
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