Global R&D Manager, Development Engineering NPD (1 of 4)

Ethicon Endo Surgery Inc., a member of Johnson & Johnson's Family of Companies, is recruiting for a Global R&D Manager, Development Engineering NPD located in Cincinnati, OH. The Ethicon business offers a broad range of products, platforms, and technologies – including sutures, harmonic & electrosurgical instruments, surgical staplers, clip appliers, trocars, and synthetic mesh devices – that are used in a wide variety of surgical procedures. We combine products and services of two outstanding legacy companies, both with long histories of medical innovation. Ethicon, Inc. based in Somerville, New Jersey, was founded more than 80 years ago as a pioneer in suture development and manufacturing, helping to transform the landscape of open surgery. Ethicon Endo-Surgery was established 30 years ago in Cincinnati, Ohio, developing innovative devices that have driven the groundbreaking shift from open to minimally invasive surgery that continues to lead the industry today. Our Development Team Leader is responsible for leading new product development efforts from concept to full scale manufacturing & product launch for assembly and component processing within the Endomechanical franchise. This role is uniquely designed as both a people leader and individual contributor that result in improved surgical technologies being launched in the market. This Development Leader will be leading activities on a new innovation that for the Endomechanical Franchise; the programs associated with this product must meet quality targets, cost reduction/ margin improvement goals and supply needs. This R&D leader will need to own manufacturing (assembly) unit operations and components processing technologies to meet user & technical requirements To be successful in this role, an individual must possess: in depth understanding of fundamental engineering principles and theories to resolve technical challenges; excellent engagement skills to serve as a key leader in project team; passion for health care and medical device technologies; the ability to translate business/customer needs into process engineering solutions and develop outstanding capabilities in DFX and component production. Lead R&D Development resources dedicated to our new innovation. Seamlessly collaborate with all R&D functions as well as multi-functional resources to bring full-scale production solutions to market. Serve as Development Engineering leader and provide functional management. Be the Voice of Development Engineering within the NPD team. Grow and develop people. Mentor and coach individuals to drive stronger business objectives. Nurture technical mastery, critical thinking and problem solving. Drive rigor and excellence in the DFX strategy for the project resulting in a flawless delivery. Qualifications Minimum Bachelor's degree in Engineering required 10+ years of proven experience in a dynamic R&D environment with emphasis on new product innovation, scale-up and production line validation. Experience in senior engineering positions preferred. Minimum of 3 years of people managerial responsibilities is required Must have proven track record of inspiring individuals and teams to lead scale-up of device components and assembly unit operations Excellent communication, teamwork and influencing skills. Must be proficient at boiling down complex issues to clear bullets in succinct updates Travel up to 20% may be required, domestically and internationally Are you interested in exploring the many small-company environments behind the big-company impact of the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies? Apply today! We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and 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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability Primary Location United States-Ohio-Cincinnati-4545 Creek Road Organization Ethicon Endo Surgery Inc (6041) Job Function Engineering Requisition ID 2105943753W