PRINCIPAL MECHANICAL ENGINEER, R&D

Johnson & Johnson is currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced R&D Principal Engineer specializing in Mechanical Design for ophthalmic surgical instrumentation at J&J Surgical Vision located in Irvine CA.
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nj.
om/ As a Principal R&D Mechanical Engineer at JJSV, you will lead and drive the mechanical design and development of innovative surgical instruments used in ophthalmic procedures such as cataract surgery and phacoemulsification, spanning both capital equipment, consumable, and reusable surgical devices.
As the R&D Principal Engineer, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to translate customer needs and market requirements into reliable, high-quality, and safe surgical instruments.
This position requires exceptional technical expertise, strong leadership skills, and a deep understanding of mechanical engineering principals in the context of ophthalmic surgical instrumentation Responsibilities.
Lead the mechanical design and development of advanced ophthalmic surgical instruments, from conceptualization to final product realization.
Collaborate closely with surgeons and their staff, product managers, industrial designers, and engineers from such disciplines as systems integration, electrical, consumables, reliability, test, and manufacturing to define project requirements, specifications, and objectives.
Utilize CAD software and other relevant tools to create and evaluate detailed mechanical designs, 3D models, and engineering drawings.
Provide expertise in relevant engineering standards and practices such as GD&T and tolerance analysis Conduct feasibility studies, engineering calculations, simulations, and analysis to evaluate the performance, reliability, and safety of initial designs and prototypes.
Guide and mentor other engineers, providing technical direction and ensuring adherence to project timelines and budget constraints.
Drive innovation and research efforts to identify and incorporate new technologies, materials, and design concepts that enhance product performance and usability.
Submit invention disclosures and participate in patent drafting and review.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to conduct design reviews, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance activities in accordance with industry standards and regulations.
Identify opportunities for process improvements, propose and implement design enhancements, and optimize product designs for manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, reliability, and quality.
Review and approve change orders, providing subject matter expertise, adhering to standard operating procedures, and demonstrating exceptional attention to detail.
Qualifications Education.
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering/science field with 10 years of directly related experience or equivalent (M.
.+7 yrs.
or PhD+5 yrs.) Advanced degree preferred.
Experience.
Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering complex mechanical design projects from concept to commercialization.
Understanding of surgical system equipment architecture and the design of critical subsystems and single-use consumable and reusable instrumentation to flawlessly interface with the system.
Ophthalmic surgical procedure knowledge (Cataract, Vit-Ret, etc.).
Proficiency in using CAD software (SolidWorks) to create and evaluate intricate mechanical designs.
Strong knowledge of relevant industry standards, regulations, and quality management systems (ISO , FDA regulations, etc.).
Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to apply engineering principals to overcome technical challenges.
Strong leadership and communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and guide a team of other engineers.
Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and machining techniques relevant to medical device design, including injection molding.
Familiarity with design for manufacturability (DFM), design for assembly (DFA), and design for reliability (DFR) principals.
Experience with risk management processes (ISO ) and demonstrated attention to detail in ensuring safety and compliance in designs.
Strong analytical skills and ability to conduct feasibility studies, perform engineering calculations and simulations, and conduct analysis to evaluate design performance.
Experience and proficiency using six-sigma statistical tools to solve problems Proficient in Failure Mode Effects Analysis and Risk Management application to medical devices.
Experience with supplier selection and development This job posting is anticipated to close on , the company may however extend this time-period.
For U.
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applicants, in accordance with applicable disclosure requirements, the anticipated base pay range for this position is $ to $.
The pay range is the anticipated pay range for the position to which you have applied, and that such factors, including but not limited to, internal equity and experience will be considered for any offer.
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om/employee-benefits.
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