STAFF PRODUCT LIFECYCLE ENGINEER (MEDICAL DEVICES | BILINGUAL)

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At Johnson & 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 MedTech, 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. Learn more at jnj.com. As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit. Job Function: R&D Product Development Job Sub Function: Biomedical Engineering Job Category: Scientific/Technology All Job Posting Locations: Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico Job Description: ​ 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 About Surgery Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of surgery? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our Surgery team will give you the chance to deliver surgical technologies and solutions to surgeons and healthcare professionals around the world. Your contributions will help effectively treat some of the world’s most prevalent conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease and cancer. Patients are waiting. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech We are searching for the best talent for Staff Product Lifecycle Engineer (Medical Devices | Bilingual) Purpose: The Staff Lifecycle Engineer serves as a technical leader responsible for driving product lifecycle initiatives, design changes, and continuous product improvements for medical devices. This role leads cross-functional projects focused on product quality, manufacturability, validation, statistical analysis, cost improvement, and supply continuity while ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory requirements. The position requires strong expertise in Product Engineering, Six Sigma Methodologies, problem solving, design change management, CAPA/NCR execution, supplier collaboration, and medical device manufacturing. The Engineer will partner closely with Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams, influencing technical decisions and driving project execution to deliver sustainable business results. You will be responsible for: ​ In accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws/regulations and Corporate Johnson & Johnson, procedures and guidelines, this position: Must know & follow EES policies & procedures related to work activities performed in areas of responsibility & assure that direct reports know & follow EES policies & procedures related to work activities performed in area of responsibility. Complete training in area of responsibility within allowed time period. Training is required for changes and implementation of existing policies and procedures, for new assignments, etc. Complete required re-training in areas such as safety and environmental. Follow all company safety policies and other safety precautions within work area. Promote safety to all associates that enter work area. Responsible for the execution of projects focused on reducing design related product variation that positively influence the company's business metrics, strategic directions & financial results. Responsible for assuring projects are well scoped, remain focused, follow the PE process, and that timely progress is being made towards completion. Use the Project Management Mastery principles to identify risks, issues and scope changes in assigned project execution. Maintain active project plans for significant projects throughout the year such as design changes and cost improvement projects. Conduct regular reviews as necessary with the team and management as well as drive adherence to the schedule. Identify, plan and execute cost improvement projects in support of supply chain objectives. Sustain supply chain continuity by qualifying and validating supplier tooling as per component approval procedures. Ensures closure to component non-conformance issues with timely corrective action submission and approval of suppliers control plans. Manages assigned NCR’S and CAPA’S, completes actions by due dates and provides periodic updates to management. Follow established Design Variability Roadmap (DMAIIC process) in the execution of projects. Act as Development Engineer for component or equipment change coordination, development and validation, new product stabilization, as assigned. Responsible for maintaining alignment and communication between stakeholders. Manage project spending to meet objectives within forecasted budget. Maintain technical expertise and familiarity with engineering, statistical, and predictive computer-based tools Responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level Responsible for following all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices as applicable For those who supervise or manage a staff, responsible for ensuring that subordinates follow all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices and that all resources needed to do so are available and in good condition, if applicable Responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all Federal, State, local and Company regulations, policies, and procedures Performs other duties assigned as needed Level of Responsibility: May serve as a lead Operations engineer on a development/revision of a product of significant complexity, or contribute significant, unique expertise across multiple product lines to systematically reduce design-induced variation in our products, creating sustainable improvements. Is viewed by the organization as a role model in demonstrating the behaviors outlined in the Standards of Leadership. Is an authority in a specific technical field, exercising considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignments. Work is generally expected to result in the development of new or refined equipment, materials, processes, products and/or technical methods Qualifications / Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent. 6-8 years of related engineering experience. Strong knowledge and skills to successfully perform the responsibilities of the position. Advanced English proficiency (written and spoken); Spanish preferred. Proven ability to work cross-functionally and collaborate with multiple functional groups. Strong verbal, written, presentation, and communication skills. Strong project management skills with the ability to lead diverse teams and execute projects across multiple locations. Technical leadership and ability to influence stakeholders without direct authority. Experience managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. Manufacturing & Product Engineering Experience Experience with Plastic Injection Molding, Metal Injection Molding (MIM), Metal Stamping and Forming, Machining, Casting, and/or Electronic PCBAs. Design, Quality & Continuous Improvement Knowledge and experience with Design for Manufacturing & Assembly (DFMA), Design for Six Sigma, Process Six Sigma, Design of Experiments (DOE), Problem Solving Methodologies, Risk Analysis (DFMEA, P