Senior Electrical Engineer - R&D Robotics

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, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world.  We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual.  At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit. Job Function: R&D Product Development Job Sub Function: R&D Electrical/Mechatronic Engineering Job Category: Scientific/Technology All Job Posting Locations: Santa Clara, California, United States of America Job Description: Strategic Robotics R&D Team | Robotics & Digital Solutions (RAD) Location: Santa Clara, CA About Us The Robotics and Digital Solutions (RAD) group, part of the Johnson & Johnson family of companies, is shaping the future of robotic intervention through technologies that are targeted, minimally invasive, and personalized. By combining a deep understanding of patient and physician needs with leading-edge engineering, we are developing the next generation of soft-tissue robotic care.

We are a multidisciplinary team of electrical, mechatronics, mechanical, controls, software, and clinical engineers united by a passion for improving patient outcomes. Our collaborative, fast-paced environment brings together emerging talent and industry experts, empowering individuals to take ownership while working closely across clinical, capital hardware, and instrument teams. We value innovation, diversity of thought, and a hands-on approach to solving complex challenges.

As a Senior Electrical R&D Engineer, you will play a key role in designing and developing one of the world's most advanced medical robotic platforms. You will contribute to the architecture and implementation of critical electrical systems, including power electronics, motor control, sensing, high-speed communications, redundancy, and networked systems. This position offers significant technical ownership, opportunities for growth, and the ability to influence next-generation robotic technologies from concept through commercialization.

Own the full lifecycle development of printed circuit assemblies (PCAs), including architecture, schematic design, PCB layout, prototyping, verification, documentation, technical reviews, and product release. Partner with cross-functional teams to develop robust electrical solutions for sensing, motion, optical, and thermal subsystems while contributing to system architecture, design reviews, risk assessments, and failure mode analyses. Plan and execute component and subsystem-level verification activities, including fixture-based testing, EMI/ESD evaluation, thermal analysis, troubleshooting, and design validation. Drive innovation through hands-on prototyping, experimentation, and problem solving while balancing independent execution with effective collaboration.

Required Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience: Bachelor's degree with 4+ years, or Master's degree with 2+ years, in Electrical Engineering or a related field. Experience designing electronic hardware using Altium Designer (or similar CAD tools), with knowledge of power integrity, signal integrity, EMC, and fault-tolerant design principles. Familiarity with microcontrollers, BLDC motor control systems, and common communication protocols such as SPI and I2C. Strong laboratory skills, including PCB bring-up, rework, debugging, and the use of instruments such