Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op

About the role

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.

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.

The Manufacturing Engineering Co-op provides technical and operational support to manufacturing processes, equipment, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role offers hands-on experience in a regulated manufacturing environment while contributing to projects that improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Supporting manufacturing engineering projects focused on process optimization, yield improvement, and waste reduction.
• Analyzing production, quality, and equipment performance data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Assisting with troubleshooting manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Participating in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supporting validation, qualification, and process characterization activities.
• Developing and updating work instructions, visual aids, and engineering documentation.
• Conducting time studies, capacity analyses, and workflow assessments.
• Collaborating with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams to implement sustainable process improvements.
• Presenting project findings, data analysis, and recommendations to engineering and operational leadership.

Requirements

• Completion of Undergraduate Freshman year at an accredited University is required.
• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related engineering fields.
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, which is reflective of all college coursework.
• Enrollment, although not necessarily taking classes, in an accredited college or university during the Co-op is required.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated interest in manufacturing, process improvement, and operational excellence.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools, including Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to organize assignments, document technical work, and communicate effectively.
• Permanently authorized to work in the U.S., must not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H-1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future. Students currently on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT usually require future sponsorship for long‑term employment and do not meet the requirements for this program unless eligible for an alternative long‑term status that does not require company sponsorship.

Skills

• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross‑functional teams.
• Demonstrated interest in manufacturing, process improvement, and operational excellence.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools (Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Word).
• Ability to organize assignments, document technical work, and communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Exposure to statistical analysis, process capability studies, and Six Sigma tools.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Basic knowledge or awareness of manufacturing within regulated industries, including Medical Device, Pharmaceutical, or Biotechnology environments.
• Demonstrated leadership experience through campus organizations, projects, or community service activities.
• Experience with data analysis tools such as Power BI, Minitab, Excel,