Senior Mechanical Engineer - R&D Robotics

Senior Mechanical Engineer

The Robotics and Digital solutions (RAD) group, part of the Johnson & Johnson family of companies, is recruiting for a Senior Mechanical Engineer for the Ottava R&D Team. This position is located in Santa Clara, CA.

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.

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.

As a member of the Ottava R&D team you will join us on our journey to design and build one of the world's most advanced medical robotic platforms. You will work alongside all engineering functions to make significant contributions to the mechanical design of our capital hardware including (but not limited to) custom actuator design, structural design, and sensor development. This role offers a high degree of autonomy and opportunities for growth within the team as we progress towards realizing our vision.

• Design and develop robotic capital hardware for use in surgical room environments
• Iterate quickly on proof-of-concept prototypes, implement long term commercial design solutions, and engage with vendors
• Provide design recommendations to the engineering team regarding the feasibility and soundness of proposed engineering tests, products, and equipment
• Develop novel technologies for human-robot interaction by closely collaborating with software and robotic and controls engineers, clinical engineers and physicians
• Participate in multi-functional discussions and design reviews
• Take part in clinical procedure labs and procedural development activities
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior mechanical engineers

Required Knowledge/Skills, Education, And

Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field with 5+ years of experience developing mechanical hardware, or an advanced degree with 3+ years of experience developing mechanical hardware.
• Deep knowledge of mechanical engineering fundamentals (e.g. mechanisms, materials, strength of materials, FEA, GD&T).
• Extensive experience designing and bringing robotic hardware solutions to market.
• Experience using Solid Works (or equivalent CAD package) including the ability to create models, assemblies, and detailed drawings, following best design practices and ASME standards

Preferred Knowledge/Skills, Education, And

Experience:

• Experience in Robotic and/or Medical Device industry.

The anticipated base pay range for this position is $ to $

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's 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 Company's consolidated retirement plan…