Sr. MFG Engineer – NPI

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Job Function:
Supply Chain Engineering

Job Sub Function:
Manufacturing Engineering

Job Category:
Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:
Santa Clara, California, United States of America

Job Description:

Johnson & Johnson is recruiting for a Senior NPI Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Santa Clara, CA!

About Med Tech:
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

Purpose:

We are seeking a Senior NPI Manufacturing Engineer with exceptional drive and urgency to lead new product introduction activities for our advanced robotic medical device systems. This role demands someone who thrives in fast‑paced environments, takes proactive ownership of complex technical challenges, and can rapidly troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues that impact product launches. You’ll be instrumental in bridging design intent and manufacturing reality for next‑generation surgical robotics platforms.

Why This Role Matters:
You’ll be instrumental in bringing next‑generation robotic surgical systems from concept to reality, working on mechanisms that require a high level of precision and reliability. This role offers the opportunity to shape manufacturing strategy early in the product lifecycle, preventing costly delays and ensuring our products can scale while meeting the highest quality standards. If you’re someone who gets energized by technical challenges, moves with urgency, and takes pride in getting products across the finish line, this is your opportunity.

• Lead mechanical DFM (Design for Manufacturing) activities for complex robotic assemblies and subsystems, identifying and resolving manufacturing constraints with a sense of urgency.

• Develop and maintain comprehensive manufacturing readiness frameworks for product releases involving 100+ mechanical components.

• Drive cross‑functional NPI reviews with R&D, Quality, and Production teams to ensure seamless and timely product transitions.

• Create and execute NPI project timelines, proactively identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies.

• Design, validate, and document assembly processes, tooling, gauges, and fixtures for precision robotic mechanisms.

• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation including design control records, product configurations, manufacturing procedures, lot history records, bills‑of‑materials, NPI records, LHRs, and Quality System requirements.

• Apply lean manufacturing principles in production processes to reduce/eliminate waste and increase productivity.

• Lead and actively participate in process/product continuous improvement projects with measurable outcomes.

• Monitor, coach, and mentor junior engineers and technicians on manufacturing best practices.

• Provide extensive electromechanical troubleshooting capabilities and instrumental expertise to rapidly resolve build issues.

• Lead root cause analysis, diving deep into technical details until problems are fully understood.

• Demonstrate proficiency in CAD design, rapid prototyping, tool/fixture qualification, and equipment sourcing.

• Collect data and analyze process performance and capabilities for company products, including new products and products already in production.

• Establish strong working relationships with R&D, Development Engineering, QA, and Production departments…