Mechanical Engineer CoOp

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine • Santa Clara, CA

1d • $31 - $59 • Onsite

About The Position

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.
About MedTech Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech The Robotics and Digital solutions (RAD) group, part of the Johnson & Johnson family of companies, is recruiting for a Mechanical Engineering Co-Op for the Strategic Robotics R&D Team. This position is located in Santa Clara, CA.
The Strategic Robotics R&D team envisions a future for robotic intervention that is targeted, minimally invasive, and personalized. Building upon a deep understanding of patient and physician needs, we are developing a platform for the next evolution of soft-tissue robotic care.
We are a team of clinical, electrical, mechanical, mechatronics, robotic controls, 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 design approach to product development that requires us to collaborate closely across clinical, instruments, accessories, and capital hardware teams. We value autonomy and empower each other to take action while remaining a supportive and closely knit team. We take pride in our culture and are committed to building an environment that is inclusive and promotes diversity of thought through varied experiences and backgrounds.
As a member of the Strategic Robotics R&D team you will join us on our journey to design and build one of the world's most advanced medical robotic platforms. You will work alongside all engineering functions to make contributions in Instruments and Accessories, mechanism design, design evaluations, and more. This role offers a high degree of autonomy and opportunities for growth within the team as we progress towards realizing our vision.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Engineering program pursuing a bachelor’s or graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar degree and returning to an academic program after the completion of the co-op.
• Experience with SolidWorks including creating models, assemblies, and detailed drawings
• Experience with hand tools and power tools
• Understanding design for manufacturing principles; rapid prototyping, plastic injection molding, metal injection molding and machining
• Understanding of materials and material properties
• Self-starter with a proven track record of engaging in self-directed learning and remaining productive with minimal direction
• Ability to clearly communicate and present technical information to team members
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have work authorization in the United States at the time of hire, and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment
• Permanently authorized to work in the U.S., must not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H-1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future.
• Students currently on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT usually requires future sponsorship for long term employment and do not meet the requirements for this program unless eligible for an alternative long-term status that does not require company sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Prior internship or Co-op experience recommended
• Robotics or medical device experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Design, prototype and test instruments and accessories that will be mounted onto a robotic platform
• Apply various manufacturing methods to quickly prototype your designs, including 3D printing, machining, hand tools and bonding
• Perform characterization studies, design and build test fixtures, or test setups
• Document and share out designs, engineering analysis, manufacturing instructions, and results
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to integrate and evaluate your design solutions
• Participate in labs and gather feedback clinical feedback

Benefits

• Co-Ops/Interns are eligible to participate in Company sponsored employee medical benefits in accordance with the terms of the plan.
• Co-Ops and Interns are eligible for the following sick time benefits: up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington, up to 56 hours per calendar year.
• Co-Ops and Interns are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension).
• For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees