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Job Function:

Supply Chain Engineering

Job Sub Function:

Quality Engineering

Job Category:

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:

Santa Clara, California, United States of America

Job Description:

We are searching for the best talent for a Failure Analysis Engineer to be based in Santa Clara, CA.

About MedTech

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.

Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech.

You will be responsible for:

• Collaborate with Engineers, Clinical Specialists, Field Service Engineers, and Manufacturing personnel to facilitate a deep understanding of device functionality and failures and to perform in depth root cause analysis.
• Design and execute experiments and test methods to test theories to refine failure modes and determine root cause.
• Acquire, analyze, and interpret information from data logs and various applications as part of root cause analysis.
• Write formal analysis reports, resulting in clear and accurate messaging about analysis findings for a broad audience.
• Provide frequent verbal and written updates of work-in-progress for various meetings.
• Improve investigation methodologies, develop, and validate new test fixtures, and mentor the analysis team in the execution of those methods.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Biomedical Engineering, or related field.
• 2 or more years of proven industry experience.
• At least 1 year of experience in a regulated environment (medical device, aerospace / defense, or similarly regulated industry).
• At least 1 year of experience conducting Failure Investigation/Analysis in an engineering environment.
• Prior experience in a failure analysis role using data log applications and other test tools in support of failure analysis.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Confirmed ability to articulate risk and make critical decisions regarding product quality and quality system compliance.
• Proficiency in root cause analysis tools and techniques (e.g., Hazard Analysis, FMEA, Fault Tree, Pareto diagrams, cause-and-effect diagrams, 5 whys, etc.).
• Proven understanding and ability in the use of trend analysis, Pareto, and other basic charting techniques.
• Outstanding communication, presentation and interpersonal skills working within all levels of the organization.
• Ability to travel up to 10%, international and domestic if required.
• Advanced Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Biomedical Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Experience working with ISO 13485 and 14971, GMP guidelines, FDA regulations preferred.
• Flexibility to support changing assignments and priorities in an independent and reliable manner while maintaining a positive and collaborative demeanor preferred.
• Six-Sigma, ASQ CQE, or similar certifications preferred.

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 & 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  (ra-employeehealthsup@its.jnj.com) or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

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Required Skills:

 

 

Preferred Skills:

Analytical Reasoning, Coaching, Customer Centricity, Data Savvy, Document Management, Financial Competence, Good Automated Manufacturing Practice (GAMP), Lean Supply Chain Management, Process Improvements, Quality Control Testing, Quality Services, Quality Standards, Quality Systems Documentation, Quality Validation, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Application, Supervision, Supply Planning, Technologically Savvy

 

 

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$91,000.00 - $147,200.00

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)).

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 period 10 days

Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year

Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year

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