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 https://www.jnj.com

Job Function:

Supply Chain Engineering

Job Sub Function:

Automation Engineering

Job Category:

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:

Irving, Texas, United States of America

Job Description:

Mentor, a member of the Johnson & Johnson family of companies is recruiting for a Staff Engineer.

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 https://www.jnj.com/.

Are you interested in joining a diverse and dynamic team that is helping improve patient care and drive innovation? Apply today!

We are seeking a highly skilled and driven Senior Process & Automation Engineer to lead complex engineering initiatives within our medical device manufacturing operations. This role is pivotal in driving process optimization, automation, and continuous improvement across the plant, ensuring compliance with GMP/ISO standards and delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead cross-functional projects focused on process improvement, cost reduction, and new product/process introductions.
• Develop and implement machine/process standards and operational control systems to enhance OEE and throughput.
• Design and validate custom automated machinery and software systems (PLC, SCADA, databases).
• Conduct engineering studies, design of experiments, and validation protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ).
• Analyze production data using statistical methods to identify trends and drive improvements.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and corporate teams to ensure compliance and successful project execution.
• Provide technical support for complex process issues and equipment failures.
• Author and maintain SOPs, standard work documents, and engineering procedures.
• Participate in GMP audits and ensure adherence to safety and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

Education: A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent University degree required; focused degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related field preferred. Advanced degree preferred.

Required:

• Minimum four (4) years of relevant professional work experience
• Experience in engineering within a medical device or regulated manufacturing environment.
• Expertise in automation systems, machine design, and software validation.
• Strong project management, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office, MS Project, and statistical analysis tools.
• Knowledge of GMP, ISO standards, and data integrity principles.

Preferred:

• Experience with automation network architecture and database integration.
• Proven ability to lead multifunctional teams and manage complex projects.
• Familiarity with manufacturing standards development and continuous improvement methodologies.

Other:

• May require up to 10% domestic and/or international travel to other locations and sites

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 resource.

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

Artificial Intelligence (AI), Controls Compliance, Critical Thinking, Industrial Robotics, Industry Analysis, Innovation, Lean Supply Chain Management, Machine Learning, Management Systems Implementation, Organizing, Problem Solving, Project Management, Prototyping, Robotic Automation, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Application, Smart Systems, Technologically Savvy

Push the boundaries of science to transform health—and your career.

Join us and advance life-changing treatments for people who need them most. At Johnson & Johnson, our focus is on improving global health equity and developing MedTech and pharmaceutical innovations that impact the future of health. Using AI and robotics to transform surgery or helping data scientists and clinicians formulate new ways to diagnose and treat disease, this work may sound like sci-fi, but it’s all science, all real, and could be your career. Whatever your background, skills, or career goals, there’s a place for you to help solve some of the world’s most pressing health challenges with us.

Accelerate your career while changing the world.

Each of our broadly-based family of companies offers an inclusive and empowering culture and employee benefits (like paid time off to volunteer, transgender-inclusive and same-sex partner health insurance coverage, and more) designed to help you live your best life, however you define it. And our best-in-class learning and development approaches, mentorship, and access to innovators across the world will help you grow your skills and reach your career goals. Because when you're at your best, nothing stands between you and your next breakthrough.