Principal Engineer, R&D

Johnson & Johnson Innovative MedicineJacksonville, FL
Onsite

About The Position

We are searching for the best talent to join our Vision team as a Principal Engineer, R&D located in Jacksonville, FL. Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of vision treatments? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how vision is improved? Our Vision team solves the toughest health challenges. Help combine cutting-edge insights, science, technology, and people to encourage eye care professionals and patients to proactively protect, correct and enhance healthy sight for life. Our products and services address these needs – from the pediatric to aging eye – in a patient’s lifetime. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Industrial Engineering
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience working in engineering roles
  • Proficiency delivering automation solutions, with a minimum of 10 years of experience
  • Experience specifying, debugging, commissioning, and qualifying systems with advanced automation, with a minimum of 5 years of experience
  • Proficient in statistical analysis to ensure data-driven decision-making
  • Demonstrated ability to complete projects with minimal guidance and supervision
  • Experience working collaboratively in a team environment
  • Experience presenting business cases and project status

Nice To Haves

  • Master’s degree preferred
  • Experience working in Medical Devices, Pharmaceutical, or other regulated industries is preferred
  • Some experience in machine learning is a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

  • Manage Equipment Automation Capital Projects from Business Case Proposal and conception through closure
  • Manage project earned value and work completed
  • Evaluate and negotiate contract terms with equipment suppliers
  • Propose, assess, plan, implement, monitor, and close large equipment technology projects across Johnson & Johnson Vision
  • Perform design tasks, including development of requirements, system specifications, qualifications protocol generation, protocol execution, technical instructions, training, and protocol/test execution reports
  • Participate in the review, negotiation, and vigilance of support service contracts and vendor commitments
  • Generate and complete validation/qualification test plans to ensure sound performance of equipment
  • Collaborate with internal teams and assist in the technical development of peers and partners
  • Tackle equipment application challenges and provide innovative solutions
  • Take an active role in the areas of equipment safety, OEE, equipment technical evolution, and equipment reliability
  • Lead equipment commissioning testing activities to ensure successful implementation

Benefits

  • Inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual
  • Respect for the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognition of their merit
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