Graduate Engineer Accelerated Rotational Program; GEAR

Company Overview

At Johnson & Janny & 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 Med Tech, 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.

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All Job Posting Locations:
Athens, Georgia, United States of America;
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America;
Cornelia, Georgia, United States of America;
Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America;
San Angelo, Texas, United States of America;
Santa Clara, California, United States of America.

Job Function:
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Engineering LDP – Med Tech. Job Category:
Career Program.

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

This is an onsite role available in multiple states and cities within the United States. While specific cities are listed in the Locations section, please note that they are examples only and do not limit your application. We invite candidates from various locations to apply.

The Graduate Engineer Accelerated Rotational (GEAR) program looks to develop early in‑career talent to gain hands‑on experience and build an encouraging network! The role will support our Global Technical Operations (GTO) team within the Ethicon franchises. If you are looking to further your engineering skills and make a positive difference in peoples' lives, we want you to join our team!

• Process & Assembly Automation
• Packaging Automation
• Component Development
• Chemical Processing
• Fiber Processing
• Wire Processing

The opportunity to spend a guaranteed minimum of 8 months (maximum 16 months) working in an Ethicon Manufacturing Site. Combine on‑job experience with technical, leadership & personal development training. Rotational assignments across multiple NA/US sites that deliver real and impactful business results.

Exposure to multiple Ethicon products and manufacturing processes (Endomechanical-Energy, Wound Closure & Healing, Biosurgery). Global networking and virtual collaboration with fellow associates around the world.

Building technical skills in many areas, including process development, manufacturing operations, quality and regulatory compliance, project management, and product/process improvement methodologies (six sigma, lean, design excellence).

• Conducting assignments within an assigned technical curriculum based on business needs, project criticality, and/or prior experience.
• Process Design, Development, and/or implementation at selected site(s).
• Manufacturing Operations Support.
• Manufacturing Operations Improvements.
• Site improvement initiatives (e.g. Construction and installation support for new manufacturing technology).
• Lifecycle management support for existing base business products with cross‑functional partners.
• Demonstrating leadership imperatives.
• Taking ownership of project outcomes.
• Learning and applying skills.
• Supporting transition processes between assignments.
• Providing feedback and recommendations on program effectiveness.

• Permanently authorized to work in the U.S., must not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H-1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future.
• Students currently on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT usually require future sponsorship for long term employment and do not meet the requirements.
• A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in an Engineering related field obtained between July 2026 and June 2027.
• A minimum of 3 months of work experience, inclusive of co‑op, internship, and post‑graduate employment.
• Interest in cross‑franchise engineering assignments…