Sobre esta vaga de Reliability Test Engineer - Robotics na Johnson & Johnson
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Job Function:
R&D Product DevelopmentJob Sub Function:
R&D Mechanical EngineeringJob Category:
Scientific/TechnologyAll Job Posting Locations:
Santa Clara, California, United States of AmericaJob Description:
The Robotics and Digital solutions (RAD) group, part of the Johnson & Johnson family of companies, is recruiting for a Hardware Reliability Test Engineer for the Robotics and Digital R&D Team. This position is located in Santa Clara, CA.
What We Do:
At Johnson & Johnson MedTech, we are building the future of robotic surgery and healthcare through innovation and technical excellence. Our goal is to develop advanced robotic platforms that are precise, reliable, and accessible. Our team focuses on creating solutions that empower surgeons and improve patient outcomes worldwide.
Who We Are:
Within RAD R&D we are a team of clinical, electrical, firmware, mechanical, mechatronics, robotic controls, systems and software engineers who are passionate about improving patient care. The team includes a wide range of experience levels from junior engineers to industry experts. We follow an iterative, collaborative approach to product development, working across clinical, instrument, accessories, and system teams. We prioritize autonomy, develop a culture of learning, and value diversity of thought and background. Our environment is inclusive, supportive, and driven by a shared commitment to innovation and excellence in healthcare.
Core Job Responsibilities:
Translate product reliability requirements and specifications into detailed test protocols and pass/fail criteria.
Develop and implement mechanical, thermal, electrical, and environmental loads/stresses (e.g., vibration, shock, thermal cycling, humidity, electrical stress) required by the protocols.
Plan and execute Reliability Demonstration Testing, Characterization Testing, and Ongoing Reliability Testing to validate product robustness across development and production lifecycle.
Design, build, and validate custom test fixtures and test rigs to enable repeatable, controlled testing.
Develop and maintain test automation and scripting for test setup, execution, data logging, and analysis (e.g., Python, LabVIEW, or equivalent).
Run hands-on testing, monitor test runs, and ensure data integrity and traceability.
Analyze test data, produce summary reports, and present findings to engineering and program teams.
Document and report issues discovered during testing; create reproducible problem descriptions, supporting data and test artifacts.
Triage issues to the appropriate project teams or Failure Analysis (FA) groups and support root-cause investigations as required.
Maintain and calibrate test equipment and laboratory documentation; ensure test safety and compliance with internal standards and external regulations.
Collaborate cross-functionally with design, manufacturing, quality, and FA to close reliability issues and feed lessons learned back into the product development cycle.
Required Knowledge/Skills, Education, And Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related technical field (or equivalent experience).
2+ years of hands-on experience in reliability or test engineering roles (design and execution of reliability tests, fixture design, or test automation).
Practical experience with environmental/mechanical test equipment such as vibration tables, shock rigs, thermal chambers, and electrical stress equipment.
Experience designing and building test fixtures and custom test rigs.
Proficiency in scripting or programming for test automation and data capture (examples: Python, LabVIEW, or similar).
Strong data analysis skills; experience with statistical analysis and data visualization (Excel, Python, MATLAB, Minitab, etc.).
Clear technical writing skills for protocols, test plans, and test reports.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail; ability to prioritize multiple test projects.
Preferred Knowledge/Skills, Education, And Experience:
Master’s degree in relevant engineering field
Experience with reliability methods such as HALT/HASS, accelerated life testing (ALT).
Familiarity with design for reliability concepts (FMEA, reliability prediction methods).
Experience working in regulated industries (medical devices, aerospace, automotive) or with cross-functional FA teams.
Experience with test equipment control and data acquisition hardware (DAQs, PXI, NI hardware)
Working Conditions:
Laboratory/shop environment with regular hands-on work on test fixtures and equipment.
May require moderate lifting and use of power tools when building fixtures.
Occasional travel to supplier sites, test labs, or failure analysis facilities may be required.
The anticipated base pay range for this position is $106,000.00 to $170,200.00
The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs. Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation’s performance over a calendar/performance year. Bonuses are awarded at the Company’s discretion on an individual basis.
Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance.
Employees may be eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.
Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
Vacation – up to 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – up to 13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits
Johnson & Johnson is an 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, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers . internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.
Required Skills:
Data Analysis, Fixtures Design, Mechanical Testing, Test Automation
Preferred Skills:
Accelerated Life Testing, Analytical Reasoning, Auto-CAD Design, Design Thinking, FEMA, Highly Accelerated Life Test (HALT), Mechanical Engineering, Problem Solving, Process Oriented, Product Reliability, Quality Control Testing, Reliability Engineering, Reliability Predictions, Reliability Testing, Research and Development
The anticipated base pay range for this position is :
$106,000.00 - $170,200.00Additional Description for Pay Transparency:
