Johnson & Johnson
Santa Clara, CA
Shift: Full time
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. Job Function: Technology Product Platform Management Job Sub Function: Reliability Engineering Job Category: People Leader All Job Posting Locations: Santa Clara, California, United States of America Job Description: The Robotics and Digital solutions (RAD) group, part of the Johnson Johnson family of companies, is recruiting for a Director of Reliability Engineering for the Robotics and Digital R D Team. This position is located in Santa Clara, CA. What We Do: At Johnson Johnson MedTech, we are building the future of robotic surgery and healthcare through innovation and technical excellence. Our goal is to develop advanced robotic platforms that are precise, reliable, and accessible. Our team focuses on creating solutions that empower surgeons and improve patient outcomes worldwide. Who We Are: Within RAD R D we are a team of clinical, electrical, firmware, mechanical, mechatronics, robotic controls, systems and software 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, collaborative approach to product development, working across clinical, instrument, accessories, and system teams. We prioritize autonomy, foster a culture of learning, and value diversity of thought and background. Our environment is inclusive, supportive, and driven by a shared commitment to innovation and excellence in healthcare. You: As a leader in our team, you will join us in our journey to design and deliver some of the most advanced medical robotic systems in the world. You will work closely with multi-functional teams to influence technical strategies, guide the development process, and deliver tangible results. This role offers significant leadership responsibility, growth opportunities, and the chance to have a significant impact on global healthcare. Performance Objectives and Responsibilities: Lead a focused team of reliability, electrical, and mechanical engineers responsible for the testing, characterization, and design improvements of robotic hardware systems. Define and execute a multi-year hardware reliability strategy aligned to product roadmap, clinical requirements, and commercial goals. Build, lead, and develop high-performing reliability, test, and failure-analysis teams. Drive day-to-day execution of robotic hardware reliability projects for the Ottava program, balancing scope, schedule, and budget. Define system-level reliability targets and verification/validation plans that reflect clinical usage and OR workflows. Ensure hardware testing and development meets regulatory and quality standards, maintaining accurate and compliant documentation throughout. Contribute to innovation efforts by supporting prototyping new concepts, investigating emerging technologies, and implementing design improvements. Qualifications Required Knowledge/Skills, Education, And Experience: Background in Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering fields. 10 years of R D experience in designing and developing complex hardware for electro-mechanical systems, with at least 5 years focused on hardware reliability. Demonstrated success in leading engineering teams through concept, design, build, and verification phases. Solid understanding of medical device regulations (e.g., IEC60601, IEC61010, 21CFR820, ISO13485). Skilled collaborator who can work effectively with peers in software, systems, manufacturing, and quality. Strong coaching and leadership skills, with a track record of developing engineers and fostering teamwork. Experience with robotic hardware design and integration. The anticipated base pay range for this position is $172,000.00 to $297,850.00 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