Sr Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer/Surgical Robotics-OTTAVA
Johnson & Johnson · Santa Clara, CA
CMCFull-time$109k–$154kCompany career page
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Role summary
Johnson & Johnson seeks a Senior Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer to lead manufacturing engineering for the OTTAVA surgeon input device, a precision electromechanical control subsystem for surgical robotics. The role spans new product introduction, assembly, calibration, testing, and industrialization of multi-axis controls and integrated electronics.
What they're looking for
- Deep expertise in precision electromechanical device design and manufacturing
- Hands-on experience with assembly, calibration, and testing of surgical-grade haptic mechanisms
- Knowledge of regulated medical-device manufacturing requirements and processes
- Proficiency in multi-degree-of-freedom mechanisms, motors, encoders, sensors, and cable or gear-driven systems
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills in fast-paced manufacturing environments
- Experience translating design intent into scalable production processes
What you'll be doing
- Lead new product introduction, assembly, calibration, testing, and validation for the OTTAVA surgeon input device
- Design and own assembly processes for precision mechanical subassemblies, links, joints, motors, encoders, and integrated electronics
- Develop assembly sequence logic controlling system error, friction, preload, and cumulative variation across device workspace
- Define and validate datum schemes, fixturing strategies, and manufacturing processes for reliable production at scale
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