Senior Design Engineer, R&D Operations Orthopaedics – JnJ MedTech, Zuchwil Switzerland

Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of medical technology and making a real impact in healthcare? We’re looking for a talented Senior Design Engineer to support the design, development, and refinement of cutting-edge implants and medical devices. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow as an individual contributor within a world-renowned organization committed to innovation and excellence.

In this role, you’ll collaborate with top engineers and clinicians to develop products that transform patient care, manage projects from concept to launch, and leverage your expertise in CAD modeling, design control, and manufacturing technologies. Your work will directly influence the future of medical technology, helping bring groundbreaking solutions to life.

Objectives Of the Position

· This role involves supporting the drafting, design, development, and documentation of implants, instruments, and other medical devices, working collaboratively with Product Development Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, Prototype Shop personnel, and Marketing from initial concept through design freeze.

· The candidate will be responsible for managing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of deliverables such as specifications, models, detailed drawings, and prototype developments.

· An essential aspect of this role is to translate feedback from internal and external customers to enhance product design and durability, with a focus on working independently on core projects to deliver innovative and compliant solutions.

· Under general direction and in accordance with all applicable regulations, procedures, and company policies, the candidate will organize and promote multiple development and redesign projects supporting on-time product launches.

· Responsibilities include developing product requirements and concepts in collaboration with cross-functional teams, assisting with clinician interactions for design verification and evaluation, and ensuring project milestones are met.

· The role requires advanced knowledge and expertise in CAD modeling, design control, GD&T, tolerance analysis, Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA), and familiarity with manufacturing technologies relevant to implant and instrument production.

· Additionally, the candidate will oversee design change requests, compile patent disclosures, and facilitate the application of new technologies, materials, and cost-effective manufacturing practices.

Qualifications

· Completed vocational training as a design engineer with a Federal Vocational certificate (EFZ). Further professional education with a degree from a higher technical college (e.g., master craftsman, technician, technical diploma) or a university of applied sciences (or higher education).

· Seven years’ experience in CAD design of medical devices or similar multi-component systems.

· Proficient in German (both written and spoken) with strong communication skills, along with basic knowledge of English. Interview will be conducted in German.

· Deep knowledge of 3D CAD software CREO (experience with freeform modeling would be beneficial), GD&T, PLM systems (Windchill, Agile), and manufacturing processes are essential.

· Proficiency in MS-Office 365 programs.

What you will need to succeed

The ideal candidate should demonstrate exceptional problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently, lead technical projects, and communicate complex concepts effectively to diverse audiences, including healthcare professionals and team members. A strong commitment to ethics, compliance, and safety, along with the capability to mentor junior designers, will ensure success in this high-responsibility role.

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.

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