Principal Electrical Engineer

Job Function

R&D Product Development

R&D Electrical/Mechatronic Engineering

Scientific/Technology

Santa Clara, California, United States of America

Robotics & Digital Solutions, part of the Johnson & Johnson family, is recruiting a Principal Electrical Engineer for MONARCH. The position involves leading the design and development of complex electronic systems for regulated medical devices in a fast‑moving med‑tech environment.

The role requires deep expertise in PCB design, electrical system architecture, and medical device safety standards such as IEC 60601. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with global safety and EMC requirements and leading the design of high‑reliability electronic systems.

• System Architecture
  • Lead electrical system architecture for medical devices.
  • Define power distribution, grounding strategy, isolation schemes, and safety architecture.
  • Ensure compliance with medical electrical safety standards including IEC 60601-1.
  • Develop system‑level block diagrams and electrical specifications.
• PCB Design & Layout
  • Lead design of multi‑layer PCBs including high‑speed digital, analog, and mixed‑signal circuits.
  • Define PCB layout guidelines covering creepage and clearance, patient isolation barriers, EMI/EMC performance, and thermal management.
  • Work with layout engineers to ensure compliance with medical safety spacing rules.
• Compliance & Regulatory
  • Ensure products meet IEC 60601‑1, IEC 60601‑1‑2, IEC 62304, and ISO 14971.
  • Support EMC, surge, ESD, EFT, and immunity testing.
  • Design mitigation strategies (MOVs, TVS, filters, shielding, grounding).
• Circuit Design - Power supplies, isolation barriers, patient‑connected circuits, sensor interfaces, and high‑speed digital systems.
• Safety & Risk Management
  • Perform electrical hazard analysis.
  • Support risk management documentation.
  • Ensure patient and operator protection (MOOP/MOPP).
• Technical Leadership
  • Provide technical leadership to electrical and PCB teams.
  • Conduct design reviews and failure analysis.
  • Mentor junior engineers and layout designers.
  • Define best practices for hardware development.

• MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering (BS with strong experience acceptable).
• 10+ years in electronics design and all phases of product development.
• 5+ years in medical device development.

• Advanced PCB design and layout
• Analog and digital circuit design
• Power electronics
• EMC/EMI mitigation
• Isolation design
• Safety compliance

• High‑voltage medical equipment design
• Motor control systems
• RF or high‑speed digital design
• Compliance with global regulatory approvals (FDA, CE)

Base salary: $157,000–$217,400 per year. Eligible for an annual performance bonus and long‑term incentive program. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, legal insurance, pension/401(k), and paid time off (Vacation up to 120 hours, Sick time up to 40 hours, Holiday pay up to 13 days, Work/Personal/Family time up to 40 hours). For full benefit details, visit

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, or protected veteran status. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

This posting is expected to close on 03/23/26. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation, contact