Digital Simulation Engineer Johnson & Johnson MedTech | Orthopaedics in Leeds

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.

Johnson & Johnson MedTech Orthopaedics are looking for a Modelling & Simulation Engineer based in our Leeds office.

About Orthopaedics: Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we're developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.

What you will be Doing:

• Support verification testing and run high-fidelity simulations to inform design and regulatory documentation.
• Assist with test-to-model correlation and model validation activities to ensure simulation accuracy.
• Help develop and follow integrated simulation and physical test workflows.
• Contribute to electromechanical subsystem modelling, embedded sensor data analysis, and predictive-maintenance investigations as required.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software colleagues to identify modelling opportunities and communicate technical findings.
• This role will contribute to physics-based simulation, test method development, model verification, and validation activities across implants and electromechanical devices to support research, development, and verification testing.
• Participate in laboratory work and hands-on testing and evaluation when required.

Essential and desirable qualifications:

• Minimum of a BSc in Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or related discipline.
• 2 years postgraduate experience with electromechanical devices is desirable.
• Strong programming ability in C/C++, Matlab, or Python.
• Experience (or coursework) in data acquisition, signal processing, statistical analysis, and basic AI/ML methods.
• Familiarity with ANSYS (Mechanical/Electronics), ABAQUS, and/or ALTAIR preferred.
• Hands-on laboratory experience and CAD proficiency are preferred.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, ability to prioritise tasks, and work effectively within a team.

What we offer:

• A supportive collaborative environment with mentoring and structured development to grow your technical expertise.
• Practical exposure to regulated medical-device development and the opportunity to contribute to regulatory submissions.
• Cross-disciplinary experience at the intersection of mechanics, electronics, and data.

Required Skills: Analytical Reasoning, New Product Development

Preferred Skills: Big Data Management, Digital Fluency, Engineering Execution Focus, Innovation, Process Optimization, Process Oriented, Product Design, Product Development, Product Improvements, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Report Writing, Research and Development, Researching, SAP Product Lifecycle Management, Statistics, Technologically Savvy.

Employment Type: Full-Time