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Sr Engineer, Automation Applications/Surgical Robotics - OTTAVA
Johnson & Johnson
Santa Clara, USA
Full-time
Senior
Onsite
Discovered 3 weeks ago
python
Role Overview
Johnson & Johnson RAD (Robotics and Digital) is seeking for Sr.
Engineer, Automation Applications – OTTAVA, for our Santa Clara, Location.
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything.
Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal.
Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.
Learn more at jnj.com
As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world.
We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual.
At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.
Key Skills for This Role
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Qualifications:
- Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Robotics, Computer, or Manufacturing Engineering.
- 5+ years delivering industrial automation and/or robotics solutions in manufacturing (medical device / regulated industries preferred).
- Hands-on experience integrating industrial robots (ABB, KUKA, UR, Mecademic or similar): cell layout, EOAT, safety, cycle-time optimization.
- PLC and controls experience (Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff or similar), including troubleshooting motion, IO, and safety architectures.
- Familiarity with industrial networking and OT protocols (Ethernet/IP, OPC UA, MQTT) and basic network troubleshooting.
- Strong machine safety knowledge and experience with risk assessments and safe design practices.
- Systems engineering experience: URS/FRS, design specs, test plans, commissioning documentation.
- Experience with sensors and machine vision integration for inspection/guidance.
- Proven debugging and root cause analysis skills across mechanical, electrical, controls, and software interfaces.
- Experience with digital engineering tools (simulation/offline programming, cell emulation, digital twins) to de-risk deployments.
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methods (Value stream mapping, DMAIC, Kaizen) and using data to drive improvements in OEE, throughput, quality and yield.
- Vendor management experience including RFQ development, technical evaluation, and oversight of integrator build/verification.
- Preferred:
- Experience delivering automation in regulated environments (e.g., medical device, pharma) including documentation rigor, change control, and validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) concepts.
- Experience with Industry 4.0 / IIoT connectivity (OPC UA, MQTT, REST APIs) and integration to MES.
- Knowledge of statistical process control, poka-yoke/error-proofing, traceability, and automated inspection strategies.
- Programming/scripting experience (e.g., Python, C#, structured text) used for automation tooling, data extraction, or test automation.
- Other:
- May require up to 10% domestic and/or international travel.
- The attendance policy required for this role is Fully Onsite
- 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.
- Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation
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Responsibilities
- Own end-to-end delivery of automation solutions from concept through commissioning and handover (FAT/SAT, IQ/OQ where applicable, run-at-rate).
- Architect and implement semi-automated to fully automated robotic solutions, including X-Y Cartesian systems, robotic cells, EOAT, vision-guided assembly, smart workstations for digital workers, and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs).
- Define functional specifications, URS/FRS, test plans, acceptance criteria, and commissioning documentation.
- Lead system design reviews and provide technical direction to internal teams and integrators; ensure modular, scalable, maintainable designs.
- Specify, integrate, and validate hardware and software: robots, PLCs, HMIs, safety controllers, vision systems, sensors, actuators, and industrial networks.
- Drive machine safety and risk assessments (guarding, interlocks, collaborative robot safety) and maintain EHS compliance documentation.
- Set up functional safety and standards compliance for robot cells and AMR operations (e.g., ISO 10218/TS 15066, ISO 13849/IEC 62061, ISO 12100).
- Implement OT/IIoT connectivity, edge devices and monitoring (equipment status, alarms, cycle time, OEE drivers); collaborate on dashboards and analytics.
- Develop and maintain automation standards, reusable libraries, and digital engineering artifacts (robot simulation, offline programming, digital twin where applicable).
- Partner with manufacturing, operations, quality, IT, and cybersecurity to drive solutions.
- Evaluate and manage partners and system integrators, including RFQ/SOW development, technical delivery, schedule tracking, and budget management for automation projects.
About Johnson & Johnson
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing140800 employeesFounded 1886
A global healthcare leader in innovative medicine and MedTech.
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