Associate Engineer, External Mfg

Johnson & Johnson is a leader in healthcare innovation, dedicated to improving health outcomes through advanced medical technologies. The Associate External Manufacturing Engineer will support the Robotics and Digital Solutions organization, collaborating across various teams to enhance manufacturing processes and implement improvements for medical devices. Responsibilities Assist in end-to-end process solution deployment, from feasibility to verification/validation, including creating fixturing/tooling for Instrument Manufacturing & Assembly processes (catheter and other devices) Cross-functional collaboration and deployment of automation solutions to stream-line various processes: including, but not limited to lamination, braiding, tipping, soldering, final inspection, and pouching/boxing/label printing processes Document and execute equipment/process validation protocols & reports Study existing processes to implement improvements on new products Skills A minimum of a Bachelors degree in an Engineering discipline Professional experience outside of degree program Knowledge of good manufacturing practices and documentation Excellent written and oral communication skills Experience in a regulated industry; medical device experience is a plus Knowledge of computer programs in addition to Microsoft office products Self-starter with a desire to engage in proactive learning and remain productive with supervision from more senior engineers Must be highly organized with the ability to drive projects/tasks simultaneously and effectively prioritize projects and tasks Experience in process/product validations A degree in Mechanical, Biomedical, or Industrial Engineering Background in various catheter manufacturing related processes such as Braiding, Lamination, Soldering, Adhesive Bonding, Tipping, etc Experience with commercial or pilot manufacturing lines & technical report writing Familiarized with manufacturing processes equipment, such as ultrasonic welders, leak testers, pouch sealers, etc Knowledge of a combination of process engineering tools such as DOE's, Statistical Methods, CAD (Solid-works/Pro-E/AutoCAD), GD&T, Process Simulation, Failure Analysis Techniques (Fault tree, Fish Bone Diagram) Benefits Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program. Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off 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 period10 days Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year Company Overview At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. It was founded in 1886, and is headquartered in New Brunswick, NJ, US, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Johnson & Johnson has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 48 in 2025, 56 in 2024, 58 in 2023, 59 in 2022, 44 in 2021, 27 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.