Job Function: Supply Chain Engineering
Job Sub Function: Project Engineering
Job Category:Scientific/Technology
All Job Posting Locations:Irvine, California, United States of America
Job Description:Johnson & Johnson MedTech is recruiting for a
Sr. Engineer, Margin Acceleration, to join the team. The location for this position is Irvine, CA.
Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of surgery? Ready to join a team that's reimagining how we heal? Our Surgery team will give you the chance to deliver surgical technologies and solutions to surgeons and healthcare professionals around the world. Your contributions will help effectively treat some of the world's most prevalent conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease and cancer. Patients are waiting.
Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech
The
Sr. Engineer, Margin Acceleration is responsible for leading complex engineering and Margin Acceleration Program initiatives that deliver cost savings, operational improvements, and strategic business results. This role manages engineering projects from concept through implementation, ensuring alignment with business objectives, operational requirements, and customer needs while maintaining compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities- Lead Margin Acceleration Program projects from initiation through implementation, ensuring achievement of project milestones, objectives, and deliverables.
- Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, risk assessments, and status updates utilizing project management tools and systems.
- Monitor project execution and proactively identify, communicate, and escalate project risks, issues, and concerns as needed.
- Investigate non-conformances and support corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities through documentation, root cause analysis, implementation, and effectiveness monitoring.
- Develop capital and expense forecasts for assigned projects and monitor project spending against approved budgets.
- Support process, equipment, and project engineering validation activities to ensure successful operational integration and supply chain implementation.
- Analyze project and process performance data to identify opportunities for operational improvements and cost savings.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with quality, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
- Support site safety and industrial hygiene programs by ensuring engineering activities comply with established standards and procedures.
- Maintain accurate project documentation, schedules, risk logs, and project management records.
- Provide technical guidance and coaching to technicians and junior team members.
- Promote continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, quality, safety, and operational effectiveness.
- Demonstrate Johnson & Johnson Credo values and Leadership Imperatives in daily work activities and team interactions.
Required Skills- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical or related discipline).
- 4-6 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, operations, project engineering, or continuous improvement within a regulated environment.
- Experience leading or supporting engineering, manufacturing, or capital projects.
- Knowledge of project management principles, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
- Experience conducting root cause analysis and supporting CAPA investigations.
- Understanding of equipment, process, and operational validation activities.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
- Experience working in cross-functional, matrixed environments.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and project management tools.
- Working knowledge of GMP, quality systems, safety requirements, and regulatory compliance practices.
Preferred Skills- Experience in the Medical Device, Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Healthcare, or other regulated manufacturing industries.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement methodologies.
- Experience supporting cost-savings, productivity, or margin improvement initiatives.
- Exposure to capital equipment implementation and manufacturing process optimization.
- Experience with project management software such as Wave, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms.
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, CAPM, PMP, or equivalent certification.
- Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI) or supply chain implementation projects.
- Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor junior engineers, technicians, or project team members.
- Experience with CAD design tools
- Experience with MS Project or equivalent software
Required Skills:Preferred Skills:Analytical Reasoning, Budgeting, Collaboration, Communication, Consulting, Customer Centricity, Feasibility Studies, Issue Escalation, Lean Supply Chain Management, Organizational Project Management, Product Reliability, Project Engineering, Quality Assurance (QA), Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Application, Scientific Research, Technologically Savvy
The anticipated base pay range for this position is :$79,000.00 - $127,650.00
Additional Description for Pay Transparency:
Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are 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.
Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
Vacation -120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado -48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington -56 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays -13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave - 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave - 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave - 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days
Volunteer Leave - 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off - 80 hours per calendar year
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For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits
