Hardware Engineering Manager - Robotics R&D

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of robotic capital hardware for surgical environments.
• Manage and mentor a team of mechanical and electrical engineers, supporting growth and execution.
• Contribute hands-on to subsystem design, including actuators, structures, and sensors.
• Drive rapid prototyping and transition to commercial-ready designs.
• Provide technical guidance on feasibility, test strategies, and product direction.
• Collaborate across software, controls, systems, manufacturing, quality, and clinical teams.
• Participate in design reviews, cross-functional discussions, and clinical labs.
• Engage vendors and external partners to support development and commercialization.
• Support innovation through new concepts, technologies, and design improvements.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or equivalent fields with 6+ years of experience (robotics and/or medical device preferred).
• Proven technical leadership in product development (concept through launch).
• Experience leading or mentoring engineers.
• Strong fundamentals: Mechatronics, materials, FEA, GD&T.
• Experience developing and launching complex robotic/electromechanical systems.
• Familiarity with medical device regulations (IEC 60601, 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, ISO 14971 ), ASME standards and IEEE standards.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills.

Pay

The anticipated base pay range for this position is $134,000.00 to $231,150.00. 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.

Schedule

This position is full-time.