Associate Development Engineer

Johnson & Johnson • Warsaw, IN

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a driven Associate Development Engineer to join their Hip New Product Development Team. This role is based in Warsaw, IN or Leeds, United Kingdom. The Associate Development Engineer will work closely with a multi-functional group of engineers to design and develop new implants and surgical instruments for hip surgery. They will be responsible for the design and development of new products with limited scope and complexity, supporting departmental and DePuy Synthes goals. The role involves focusing on manufacturability, defining design attributes, and transferring product designs to production from feasibility through commercialization. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start their career in R&D within the Medical Devices sector, working with a diverse range of products in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a direct impact on customers and patients.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant Engineering subject is required.
• 0-2 years of work experience required.
• Engineering design, development and analysis skills.
• Ability to interface effectively with project teams, management, and surgeons.
• Ability to effectively communicate concepts, ideas and knowledge to other individuals, surgeons, customers and/or teams, and work effectively as a team member.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and manage a varied workload.

Nice To Haves

• Strong project management and communication skills with a proven track record of leading a variety of development projects through to completion is desirable for the role.
• Demonstrates an understanding of basic engineering and scientific principles; implements principles, with guidance.
• Demonstrates an understanding of and may participate in the creation and/or revision of either computer generated 2D/3D engineering solid models and drawings in accordance with company standards including familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and weld specifications.
• Develops a basic awareness of the basic concepts of Design Excellence (e.g., Functional Product Map, Voice of the Customer (VOC), Quality Function Deployment (QFD), Multidirectional Product Plans, Thought Maps, etc.).
• Understands concept generation, technical feasibility and design engineering techniques; is familiar with prototyping techniques.
• Consults with manager to address issues and situations as they occur; includes appropriate stakeholders in the decision-making process; makes decisions for basic situations.
• Possess a knowledge of simple engineering calculations or simulations to verify detail design and minimize physical testing.
• Possesses a basic understanding of materials (surgical instrument materials and biomaterials), with the ability to propose a rationale of appropriate selection criteria.

Responsibilities

• Generate design concepts and prototypes.
• Perform design evaluations (such as tolerance analysis, FEA, simulated use testing, etc.).
• Create risk analysis documentation.
• Support the development of product verification/validation plans and testing.
• Work with the design team, manufacturing engineering, and suppliers to optimize designs for manufacturability.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain partners to transfer designs into the production environment.
• Work with Project Management to define timelines for development activities and provide regular updates.
• Develop an in-depth knowledge of product lines and detailed knowledge of various musculoskeletal pathologies.
• Engage in a high level of teamwork across multiple functions and geographies.
• Utilize proven analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Collaborate effectively at all levels within the business.

Benefits

• Consolidated retirement plan (pension)
• Savings plan (401(k))
• Long-term incentive program
• Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
• Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year (or more depending on state)
• 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 period
• Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
• Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level