Automation & Controls Engineer II

Ethicon, a member of Johnson & Johnsons Family of Companies, is dedicated to improving the health of people around the world. They focus on innovative medicine and MedTech, striving to deliver breakthroughs that prevent, treat, and cure complex diseases. Their commitment to healthcare innovation allows them to build a world where treatments are smarter, less invasive, and personalized.

Location: Cornelia, Georgia, United States

Function: Supply Chain Engineering

Key Responsibilities:

Design and Improvement of Manufacturing Equipment: Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to design new manufacturing equipment or modify existing equipment, adhering to regulatory, industry, and Johnson & Johnson standards.

Project Management: Manage or support projects to meet business objectives in quality, finance, safety, and performance goals.

Equipment Qualification: Coordinate and execute qualification processes for new or improved manufacturing equipment and automation systems.

Quality and Safety Investigations: Lead or support investigations related to equipment issues, ensuring timely closure of corrective actions.

Technology Evaluation: Evaluate new technologies to enhance process safety, quality, reliability, and efficiency.

Reporting and Training: Prepare technical reports, project updates, and coordinate training for personnel on equipment operation and maintenance.

Asset Management: Analyze maintenance trends to support investment strategies for manufacturing assets.

Capital Appropriation Requests: Organize and present Capital Appropriation Requests (CARs) outlining project scope and funding needs.

Compliance: Ensure adherence to all Federal, State, local, and company regulations, policies, and procedures, including Johnson & Johnsons environmental and safety guidelines.

Leadership: Uphold Johnson & Johnson Standards of Leadership, emphasizing Credo Values, customer focus, innovation, problem-solving, and organizational development.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent with 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment, or an Advanced Degree (M.S.) with relevant internship or co-op experience.

Preferred: Project management experience, PMP or similar credential, experience developing engineering documentation, familiarity with industrial control systems (PLC/DCS), servomotors, inspection and vision systems, instrumentation, SCADA networks, MES systems, programming/coding skills, experience in medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or regulated industries, Lean or Six Sigma certification.

Essential Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong problem-solving abilities, knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.

Additional Information:

This position is primarily located in Cornelia, GA, with some onsite support in Athens, GA.

Approximately 10% domestic travel may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr