R&D Principal Engineer - Electrophysiology

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Job Function R&D Product Development

Job Sub Function R&D Mechanical Engineering

Job Category Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations Irvine, California, United States of America

Johnson & Johnson is hiring for an R&D Principal Engineer– Electrophysiology to join our team located in Irvine, CA.

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 Cardiovascular? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our Cardiovascular team develops leading solutions for heart recovery, electrophysiology, and stroke. You will join a proud heritage of continually elevating standards of care for stroke, heart failure and atrial fibrillation (AFib) patients.

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The R&D Principal Engineer will lead the R&D work‑stream on life cycle management (LCM) projects that will primarily focus on cost improvements. This individual will work with other engineers and cross‑functional partners in supporting existing product improvement, own Design History Files for LCM projects, own Design Requirements and ensure the design and design's validated state complies with technical, quality, and regulatory compliance.

• 8 to 10 years of experience, preferably related to the position.
• University/Bachelors Degree in Engineering or Equivalent.
• Masters Degree or greater is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of the medical device industry and manufacturing technologies.
• Familiarity with quality and regulatory systems including FDA’s Quality System Regulation, ISO
  13485, etc.
• Extensive experience in leading projects, developing processes, test methods, and documentation writing.
• Experience with tools and equipment for product design and manufacturing.
• Demonstrated experience developing technological solutions for medical device products.
• Proficiency in SOLIDWORKS and Design of Experiments (DOE).
• Familiarity with design control, engineering change orders (ECO), Corrective Actions and Preventive Actions (CAPA).
• Ability to operate independently and adapt to changing requirements.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, managing multiple priorities from different projects.
• Ability to travel 25% - 35% (Domestic and International).

Required skills:

coaching, contract management, critical thinking, design thinking, fact‑based decision making, feasibility studies, incident management, mechanical engineering, organizing, process oriented, product development, project management methodology (PMM), project support, research and development, SAP product lifecycle management, technical credibility, technical writing, vendor management. Preferred skills:
Coaching, Contract Management, Critical Thinking, Design Thinking, Fact-Based Decision Making, Feasibility Studies, Incident Management, Mechanical Engineering, Organizing, Process Oriented, Product Development, Project Management Methodology (PMM), Project Support, Research and Development, SAP Product Lifecycle Management, Technical Credibility, Technical Writing, Vendor Management

The anticipated base pay range for this position is: $ - $

• Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
• Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year (Colorado 48 hours, Washington 56 hours)
• 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 birth/adoption/foster care
• Bereavement leave – 240 hours for immediate family, 40 hours for extended family per calendar year
• Caregiver leave – 80 hours in a 52‑week rolling period
• Volunteer leave – 32 hours per calendar year
• Military spouse time‑off – 80 hours per calendar year

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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