Hardware Engineering Manager Robotics 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 Hardware Engineering Manager for the Ottava R&D Team. This position is located in Santa Clara CA.

What We Do:

The Ottava 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 the Hardware Engineering Manager on the Ottava R&D team you will play a key role in designing and building one of the worlds most advanced medical robotic platforms. You will be responsible for leading the architecture development and execution of robotic mechanical subsystems within our capital hardware portfolio while also growing and supporting a high-performing team of engineers.

This is a highly visible role for a leader who enjoys balancing technical depth hands-on engineering contribution and people leadership. You will work alongside cross-functional engineering teams to drive meaningful contributions in areas including custom actuator design structural design sensor integration and novel human-robot interaction technologies. As our programs evolve you will help shape both the product and the team that brings it to life.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design development and delivery of robotic capital hardware for surgical environments.

• Manage and mentor a team of mechanical and electrical engineers supporting growth and execution.

• Contribute hands-on to subsystem design including actuators structures and sensors.

• Drive rapid prototyping and transition to commercial-ready designs.

• Provide technical guidance on feasibility test strategies and product direction.

• Collaborate across software controls systems manufacturing quality and clinical teams.

• Participate in design reviews cross-functional discussions and clinical labs.

• Engage vendors and external partners to support development and commercialization.

• Support innovation through new concepts technologies and design improvements.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge/Skills Education And Experience:

• BS in Mechanical Electrical Engineering or equivalent fields with 6 years of experience (robotics and/or medical device preferred).

• Proven technical leadership in product development (concept through launch).

• Experience leading or mentoring engineers.

• Strong fundamentals: Mechatronics materials FEA GD&T.

• Experience developing and launching complex robotic/electromechanical systems.

• Familiarity with medical device regulations (IECCFR 820 ISO 13485 ISO 14971 ) ASME standards and IEEE standards.

• Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills.

The anticipated base pay range for this position is $134000.00 to $231 150.00

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 corporations performance over a calendar/performance year. Bonuses are awarded at the Companys discretion on an individual basis.

Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical dental vision life insurance short- and long-term disability business accident insurance and group legal insurance.

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

This position is eligible to participate in the Companys long-term incentive program.

Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:

• Vacation up to 120 hours per calendar year

• Sick time - up to 40 hours per calendar year

• Holiday pay including Floating Holidays up to 13 days per calendar year

• Work Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year

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