R&D Mech Engineer I, Systems - Shockwave Medical
About The Position
Johnson & Johnson is hiring for a R&D Mechanical Engineer I, Systems – Shockwave Medical to join our team. This is fully onsite in Santa Clara, CA. 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 https://www.jnj.com/. Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Ready to join a team that’s pioneering the development and commercialization of Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL) to treat complex calcified cardiovascular disease. Our Shockwave Medical portfolio aims to establish a new standard of care for medical device treatment of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease through its differentiated and proprietary local delivery of sonic pressure waves for the treatment of calcified plaque. An internal pre-identified candidate for consideration has been identified. However, all applications will be considered. Position Overview The R&D Mechanical Engineer I, Systems will provide mechanical engineering support for R&D generator projects. With guidance, the R&D Mechanical Engineer I, Systems will develop parts, tooling, and fixtures, and will support build and test activities across on-market, incubator, and next-generation systems. The role will also support Design Verification and Validation activities as assigned.
Requirements
- BS in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
- Experience with 3D CAD software; SolidWorks preferred
- Strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals
- Familiarity with GMP, GDP, and good laboratory practices
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, with flexibility to adapt to changing requirements
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Ability to lift objects up to 25 lbs as needed
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with engineers and technicians to design, assemble, and test products as well as supporting tooling and fixtures.
- Fabricate fixtures and tooling for product builds and testing (e.g., mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, hydraulic).
- Create and maintain accurate documentation for concepts, designs, drawings, fixtures, tooling, test methods, processes, and build instructions.
- Perform product and process characterization for products, tooling, and fixtures.
- Participate in requirements development and testing activities.
- Assist with transferring products from R&D to manufacturing.
- Support equipment selection, verification, installation, and qualification in collaboration with relevant teams (e.g., EH&S, Facilities).
- Maintain and troubleshoot lab instruments and equipment.
- Train technicians, assemblers, and engineers on procedures and product assembly.
- Present designs, data, and findings during cross-functional reviews.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
- Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
- 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
- 10 days Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
- Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
