R&D Development Engineer

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R&D Product Development

R&D Mechanical Engineering

Scientific/Technology

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

We are searching for the best talent to join our Med Tech Robotic Instruments & Accessories team as a Staff Component Development Engineer located in Cincinnati, OH
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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

Our team of engineers, designers, and technical specialists are in the forefront of technology in the robotic surgery industry. As a key member of our group, you will be making vital contributions to the New Product Development (NPD) pipeline and improving patient care through innovation. You will work with NPD teams and Suppliers to develop robust molded part designs, tooling and manufacturing processes that meet or exceed all product requirements at the lowest possible manufacturing cost.

This role provides an opportunity to bring exciting new products to market while also providing the opportunity for leadership and significant professional growth.

• Collaborate with external suppliers and internal partners to develop molded components
• Plan, develop, qualify, and stabilize component development process solutions for NPD projects
• Influence the product design by providing injection molded component DFM and COGS feedback
• Identify and evaluate injection molding suppliers
• Review supplier mold tooling designs and qualification plans
• Mentor staff on plastics component development
• Reviews testing, verification, and validation activities to ensure conformance to product and customer specifications.
• Delivers technical reports, technical memoranda, and other documents for internal and external distribution.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical degree
• A minimum of 5+ years manufacturing process development experience, with a focus on plastics injection mold tooling and components development through process qualification
• Possess hands‑on knowledge of mold tooling design, fabrication and assembly techniques
• Detailed knowledge of SIM fundamentals to assess supplier SIM reports
• Familiar with various grades of polymers and additives inclusive of injection molding process development
• Proven understanding of Moldflow software and interpretation of results
• Application of GD&T and statistical analysis
• Demonstrated problem‑solving skills
• Able to work in a team‑based, collaborative environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience in a medical device production environment or other regulated environment is preferred
• Process excellence Six Sigma knowledge is preferred
• Additional plastics experience including extrusions, thermoforming, insert molding, over‑molding, and in‑mold decorating is preferred
• This position may require up to 25% domestic and international travel

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

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