R&D Engineer 2 - Electrophysiology

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Job Function:

R&D Product Development

Job Sub Function:

R&D Mechanical Engineering

Job Category:

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:

Irvine, California, United States of America

Job Description:

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 Cardiovascular? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our Cardiovascular team develops leading solutions for heart recovery, electrophysiology, and stroke. You will join a proud heritage of continually elevating standards of care for stroke, heart failure and atrial fibrillation (AFib) patients.

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 a R&D Engineer 2 to support our Electrophysiology business.  This role will work onsite in our Irvine, CA office.

A Level 2 Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineer contributes to the design, development, verification, and transfer-to-manufacturing of electrophysiology (EP) and ultrasound catheter products. The role works on cross-functional project teams to deliver safe, reliable, and manufacturable catheter shafts, steerable mechanisms, electromechanical subsystems, and miniaturized ultrasound transducer assemblies used in EP or Structural Heart procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for medical devices using SolidWorks (3D modeling and detailed drawings).

• Design, specify, and integrate mechatronic subsystems (actuators, sensors, motor/drivers, encoders, wiring/cable harnesses, connectors, small-form-factor electronics) for steerable or motorized mechanisms.

• Collaborate with electrical and firmware engineers on embedded interfaces, signal conditioning, grounding/shielding, and cable/connector routing to ensure system-level performance.

• Support design control activities: requirements decomposition, design verification and validation planning/execution, and Design History File documentation.

• Plan and execute engineering characterization: develop test fixtures, instrument systems, collect/analyze mechanical/electrical/acoustic data, and prepare technical characterization reports.

• Support verification testing and system integration: develop/execute verification plans and protocols, assist with test setup/troubleshooting, validate mechatronic and software–hardware interactions, and document results.

• Perform tolerance analysis, tolerance stack-ups, and tolerance optimization for manufacturability and assembly.

• Conduct engineering analyses: basic FEA, control/dynamic assessments, material selection, and fluid/mechanical performance evaluations.

• Develop prototypes, lead bench testing, iterate designs based on test results and usability feedback, and support automated test fixture development.

• Participate in risk management activities: identify hazards, support FMEAs, and implement mitigations addressing mechanical, electrical related risks.

• Support engineering change requests and provide technical input for supplier qualification and production ramp.

• Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, quality, regulatory, and clinical teams to support transfer-to-production and process validation.

• Support supplier technical evaluations and provide technical direction during supplier qualification and production ramp.

Required Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related engineering discipline.

• Experience:

  • With a BS and prior medical device experience: 2–4 years of industry product development experience.

  • With a BS and experience in another regulated industry (e.g., pharmaceutical, aerospace, automotive, defense): 4+ years of industry experience.

  • With an MS: may substitute for 1–2 years of experience.

• Familiarity with design controls, verification/validation processes, and risk management in regulated environments.

• Hands-on bench-testing experience and comfort with mechanical and electrical test equipment.

• Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks) and creation of detailed drawings with GD&T.

• Fundamental understanding of basic electronics, sensors, actuators, and control concepts relevant to mechatronic systems.

• Strong problem-solving, data analysis, and communication skills; proven ability to work in cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior hands-on experience with intracardiac/vascular EP catheters, ultrasound imaging catheters, or minimally invasive delivery systems.

• Familiarity with motor control, piezo or micro-actuators, encoders, and small-form-factor drive electronics.

• Experience with FEA

• Experience with lab software and data acquisition tools (LabVIEW, MATLAB, or Python) .

• Experience with automation — e.g., assembly automation, robotic/vision systems, PLCs, or automated test equipment and integration.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of sterilization effects on polymers and transducers (EtO, gamma, autoclave) and biocompatibility testing.

• Understanding of electrical safety, EMC/EMI considerations, and relevant standards.

• Experience with embedded systems.

• Experience with PLM systems (Windchill)

Core Competencies

• Catheter mechanics, micro-device assembly, and mechatronic integration mindset

• Systems thinking across mechanical, electrical, and software domains

• Cross-functional collaboration and supplier engagement

• Attention to detail with strong documentation discipline

• Data-driven decision making and root-cause analysis

• Project and time management; ability to meet milestones under moderate supervision

Working Conditions

• Office, lab, and cleanroom-adjacent environments with hands-on prototype work

• Work with bench test equipment, small tools, and electromechanical fixtures; adherence to safety and cleanroom protocols required

• Occasional travel to suppliers, contract manufacturers, or clinical sites may be required

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,  external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers. Internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

Required Skills:

 

 

Preferred Skills:

Analytical Reasoning, Auto-CAD Design, Coaching, Design Thinking, Execution Focus, Mechanical Engineering, Problem Solving, Product Reliability, Project Management Methodology (PMM), Quality Control (QC), Research and Development, SAP Product Lifecycle Management, Scientific Rigor, Technical Credibility, Technical Writing, Technologically Savvy, Validation Testing

 

 

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$76,000.00 - $121,900.00

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

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 period10 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