Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals.

Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.

We are searching for the best talent for an Associate Engineer 1 to be based in Raynham, MA.

The Associate Engineer 1 will assist in the design and development of new implants and instrumentation. This includes communication with surgeons and sales consultants, understanding of clinical issues, defining the design parameters, and ensuring the correct product is provided to the customer. Can be part of a development team and may coordinate prototype production and solve design related problems. This includes limited technical product support to customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply analytical techniques, including finite element analysis, to support product testing and design verification.
• Support hands‑on testing activities for design verification and test method development.
• Assist with engineering tasks and conduct basic scientific research related to new products, technology concepts, and product development initiatives.
• Create, modify, and release CAD models and engineering drawings in accordance with company standards.
• Prepare engineering documentation, including technical reports, work instructions, and process or method validation materials.
• Perform basic algebraic and geometric calculations and utilize standard engineering data to support design configurations.
• Participate in prototype, tool, and fixture testing post‑fabrication to verify compliance with specifications.
• Support Product Core Team (PCT) objectives by participating in meetings, completing functional assignments, solving problems, and meeting defined milestones to enable timely project commercialization.
• Design and develop new products with guidance from senior engineers.
• Coordinate prototype builds and support pre‑production activities.
• Update engineering drawings as required to reflect new manufacturing methods, vendor specifications, or design improvements.
• Participate in pre‑production and design review meetings for new products.
• Support resolution of design‑related issues for existing products.
• Provide limited technical product support to surgeons and sales teams, as appropriate.
• Demonstrate effective task prioritization, workload management, and clear written and verbal communication while collaborating with cross‑functional teams.
• Communicate business‑related issues or opportunities to the appropriate management level.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, and company regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• 0–2 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Ability to effectively contribute to cross‑functional, multi‑disciplinary project teams.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a dynamic environment.
• Working knowledge of basic engineering and scientific principles, with the ability to apply them under guidance.
• Familiarity with simple engineering calculations or simulations to support design verification and minimize physical testing.

• Experience creating or modifying computer‑generated 2D/3D CAD models and engineering drawings in alignment with company standards, including basic familiarity with GD&T and weld specifications.
• Understanding of concept generation, technical feasibility, and fundamental design engineering techniques, including familiarity with prototyping methods.
• Ability to identify, communicate, and help resolve basic technical problems in a timely manner.
• Basic understanding of time management principles and the ability to meet defined goals and commitments.
• Ability to document work clearly and accurately, including adherence to good lab notebook practices and protection of confidential information.
• Participation in Design FMEAs.
• Commitment to ensuring engineering designs are safe, effective, and appropriately verified.
• Completed an engineering related internship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline
• Exposure to Design Excellence tools and methodologies (e.g., VOC, QFD, Functional Product Map).
• Basic knowledge of materials used in surgical instruments or biomaterials, including ability to articulate selection rationale.
• Understanding of mechanical design considerations during surgical use and following implantation of medical devices.
• Interest in developing knowledge of company product lines, spinal pathologies, and relevant intellectual property considerations, including patents.

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