Director, Hardware Lifecycle Engineering

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine•Santa Clara, CA

1d•$189,000 - $325,450•Onsite

About The Position

The Robotics and Digital solutions (RAD) group, part of the Johnson & Johnson family of companies, is recruiting for a Director of Hardware Lifecycle Engineering for the Robotics and Digital R&D Team. This position is located in Santa Clara, CA. At Johnson & Johnson MedTech, we are building the future of robotic surgery and healthcare through innovation and technical excellence. Our goal is to develop advanced robotic platforms that are precise, reliable, and accessible. Our team focuses on creating solutions that empower surgeons and improve patient outcomes worldwide. Within RAD R&D we are a team of clinical, electrical, firmware, mechanical, mechatronics, robotic controls, systems and software engineers who are passionate about improving patient care. The team includes a wide range of experience levels from junior engineers to industry experts. We follow an iterative, collaborative approach to product development, working across clinical, instrument, accessories, and system teams. We prioritize autonomy, foster a culture of learning, and value diversity of thought and background. Our environment is inclusive, supportive, and driven by a shared commitment to innovation and excellence in healthcare.

Requirements

Background in Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering fields.
10+ years of R&D experience in designing and developing complex hardware for electro-mechanical systems, with at least 5+ years focused on hardware reliability and lifecycle management.
Demonstrated success in leading engineering teams through concept, design, build, and verification phases.
Solid understanding of medical device regulations (e.g., IEC60601, IEC61010, 21CFR820, ISO13485).
Skilled collaborator who can work effectively with peers in software, systems, manufacturing, and quality.
Strong coaching and leadership skills, with a track record of developing engineers and fostering teamwork.
Experience with robotic hardware design and integration.

Nice To Haves

Budget Management
Continuous Improvement
Contract Management
Design Thinking
Developing Others
Fact-Based Decision Making
Feasibility Studies
Inclusive Leadership
Industry Analysis
Leadership
Mechanical Engineering
Product Development
Project Management Methodology (PMM)
Research and Development
SAP Product Lifecycle Management
Technical Credibility
Vendor Management

Responsibilities

Lead a focused team of reliability, electrical, and mechanical engineers responsible for the testing, characterization, sustaining, and design improvement of robotic hardware systems.
Define and execute a multi-year hardware reliability and continuous engineering strategy aligned to product roadmap, clinical requirements, and commercial goals.
Build, lead, and develop high-performing reliability, test, failure-analysis, and continuous engineering teams.
Drive day-to-day execution of robotic hardware reliability and continuous engineering projects for the Ottava program, balancing scope, schedule, and budget.
Define system-level reliability targets and verification/validation plans that reflect clinical usage and OR workflows.
Ensure hardware testing, sustaining activities, and design changes meet regulatory and quality standards, maintaining accurate and compliant documentation throughout.
Define and execute product life cycle management plans, including design refresh, configuration control, product improvement roadmaps, and end-of-life strategies.