Staff Mechanical Engineer R&D

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The Robotics and Digital Solutions (RAD) group, part of the Johnson & Johnson family of companies, is recruiting for a Staff Mechanical Engineer to join our Strategic Robotics R&D Team, based in Santa Clara, CA. Remote work may be considered on a case-by-case basis, subject to company approval. This is a Part Time role.

What We Do:

The Strategic Robotics R&D team envisions a future for robotic intervention that is targeted, minimally invasive, and personalized. Building upon a deep understanding of patient and physician needs, we are developing a platform for the next evolution of soft-tissue robotic care.

Who We Are:

We are a team of mechanical, electrical, mechatronics, robotic controls, software, and clinical engineers who are passionate about improving patient care. The team includes a wide range of experience levels, from junior engineers to industry experts. We follow an iterative design approach to product development that requires us to collaborate closely across clinical, capital hardware, and instruments & accessories teams. We value autonomy and empower each other to take action while remaining a supportive and closely knit team. We take pride in our culture and are committed to building an environment that is inclusive and promotes diversity of thought through varied experiences and backgrounds.

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As a member of the Strategic Robotics R&D team, you will join us on our journey to design and build one of the world's most advanced medical robotic platforms. You will work alongside all engineering functions to make significant contributions to the mechanical design of our capital hardware, which includes (but is not limited to) custom actuator design, structural design, and sensor development. This role offers a high degree of autonomy and opportunities for growth within the team as we progress towards realizing our vision.

Performance Objectives and Responsibilities:

• Design and develop robotic capital hardware for use in surgical room environments.

• Iterate quickly on proof-of-concept prototypes, implement long-term commercial design solutions, and engage with vendors.

• Own design & integration of key robot arm components, and work semi-autonomously on robotic hardware development projects.

• Influence and drive architectural decisions, incorporating applicable learnings from past designs.

• Occasional travel to J&J or vendor sites may be required.

Required Experience and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or other related Engineering degree with 8+ years of experience developing mechanical hardware.

• 5+ years of experience designing surgical robotics hardware.

• Deep knowledge of mechanical engineering fundamentals (e.g., mechanisms, materials, FEA, GD&T).

• Proven experience integrating electromechanical components (including PCBAs, motors, sensors, cable harnesses, and connectors) into surgical robot applications.

• Experience using SolidWorks (or equivalent CAD package), including the ability to create models, assemblies, and detailed drawings, following best design practices and standards.

• Strong communication skills and ability to work remotely as part of a hybrid team.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Existing familiarity with hardware architecture of Ottava (or similar).

The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs.  Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan.  The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation’s performance over a calendar/performance year.  Bonuses are awarded at the Company’s discretion on an individual basis.

You are eligible for employee benefits if you work for a minimum of 19 hours per week as a part-time employee. If you work less than 19 hours per week, you will only be eligible for medical coverage.

The main difference between full-time and part-time employee benefits is the cost of coverage. Part-time rates for Medical, Dental, and Vision premiums have a higher cost for the employee.
 

Employees may be eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).

This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.

Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:

• Vacation

• Sick time

• Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays

• Work, Personal and Family Time

For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to:  https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits

This job posting is anticipated to close on 08/08/25.   The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on https://www.careers.jnj.com to accept additional applications.

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 and 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, please email the Employee Health Support Center ([email protected]) or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

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