Experienced Engineer, R&D Mechanical Engineering - Surgery

Johnson & Johnson • Cincinnati, OH

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

This role will be based in Cincinnati, OH and will work a Flex/Hybrid schedule. Relocation assistance may be available on a case-by-case basis and if approved by the business. Purpose: Deliver proven, research-based mechanical engineering solutions that advance new product development and improve existing products and processes. Support the R&D Mechanical Engineering team as a productive individual contributor across all stages of the product lifecycle, applying practical engineering skills and scientific methods to meet product and customer specifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline.
• Proven experience in R&D mechanical engineering, product development, or manufacturing engineering
• Strong hands‑on experience with CAD and mechanical design tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo) and detailed design practices (materials, tolerancing, GD&T).
• Experience developing and qualifying metal and molded components and their manufacturing processes.
• Demonstrated experience planning and executing testing, verification, and validation activities, including working with external test labs and suppliers.
• Solid understanding of design for manufacturability, process stability, and continuous improvement methods.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to present technical status and escalate needs effectively.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and to collaborate across cross‑functional teams.
• Commitment to applying Johnson & Johnson’s Credo and Leadership Imperatives in day‑to‑day interactions.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree (MS) in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience with DFMEA, DOE, statistical analysis tools, and CI/CD tools for engineering documentation.
• Prior experience mentoring engineers or leading technical workstreams.
• Familiarity with regulatory or quality systems relevant to medical device or regulated product development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research, analysis, and hands‑on engineering work within larger R&D activities to support NPD and lifecycle projects.
• Identify robust, functional, and cost‑effective concepts, designs, and details for machines, tools, fixtures, and products (metal and molded components).
• Plan, develop, qualify, and stabilize component development and manufacturing process solutions for NPD projects.
• Develop and implement procedures, process standards, and reporting practices focused on manufacturing and scale‑up.
• Coordinate testing, verification, and validation activities (internal and with external laboratories) to ensure conformance to product and customer specifications.
• Prepare samples for manufacturing, testing, evaluation, and data analysis; analyze test data and iterate designs as needed.
• Interact directly with customers and internal stakeholders to determine unmet needs and translate them into technical solutions.
• Coordinate with outside suppliers/vendors for procurement, equipment repairs, materials, or outsourced testing.
• Identify and implement process‑level efficiencies and opportunities for product/process improvement; contribute inventions, designs, or techniques to solve technical problems.
• Provide weekly project status updates to R&D Mechanical Engineering leadership to surface key milestones, risks, and resource needs.
• Coach and mentor junior colleagues on techniques, processes, and responsibilities; participate in peer reviews and knowledge‑sharing.
• Ensure project guidelines and processes are followed and documentation is complete.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance may be available on a case-by-case basis
• 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 (varies by 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: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees