At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and optimise manufacturing processes for innovative medical devices.
- Company: Join Johnson & Johnson, a leader in healthcare innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive culture, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Be part of a dynamic team driving continuous improvement in healthcare.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on health solutions while advancing your engineering career.
- Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and experience in process validation required.
The predicted salary is between 51278 - 62674 £ per year.
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.
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.
Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.
Position Overview
The Senior Process Engineer owns and optimizes assigned manufacturing value streams to ensure safe, compliant, and cost‑effective production of medical devices. In this role you will provide strategic technical leadership, direct complex process development and validation programs, lead multi-functional continuous improvement initiatives, and influence long‑term process and equipment strategy. You will mentor junior engineers, represent Engineering in governance and regulatory forums, and drive initiatives that improve quality, supply continuity, and cost performance.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Engineering (or equivalent).
- Demonstrated ability in manufacturing/process engineering.
- Demonstrated experience leading validation activities including IQ, OQ and PQ for equipment, processes and systems.
- Proven track record managing Audit Actions, NCRs and CAPAs within a Quality Management System.
- Strong experience in structured problem solving and root cause analysis.
- Excellent technical content skills (specifications, validation protocols, change control).
- Experience leading multi-functional teams and influencing collaborators at multiple levels.
Key Competencies
- Strategic and analytical problem solver with data‑driven decision‑making skills.
- Structured problem solver with a focus on root cause and sustainable corrective actions.
- Strong multi-functional collaborator and influencer (Operations, Quality, R&D, Suppliers); able to represent Operations in governance and regulatory settings.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical content and collaborator updates.
- Project organisation, prioritisation and execution with the ability to drive complex actions to timely closure.
- Continuous improvement attitude with measurable focus on cost, quality and supply stability.
- Commitment to Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) practices and regulatory compliance.
Required Skills: Continuous Improvement, Process Validation, Quality Validation
Preferred Skills: Analytical Reasoning, Computerized Equipment Skills, Emerging Technologies, Gemba Kaizen, Issue Escalation, Lean Supply Chain Management, Problem Solving, Process Control, Process Engineering, Process Oriented, Product Improvements, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Application, Situational Awareness, Supply Planning, Technical Research, Technologically Savvy, Validation Testing
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Senior Process Engineering - Orthopaedics in Blackpool employer: Johnson & Johnson
At Johnson & Johnson, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, fostering a culture of inclusivity and respect for diversity. Our Leeds location offers employees the opportunity to work at the forefront of healthcare innovation, with access to comprehensive training and development programmes that support personal and professional growth. Join us to be part of a team that is dedicated to making a profound impact on health for humanity while enjoying a collaborative and supportive work environment.
