STAFF MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER-4917140918
Description
Vistakon is currently recruiting for a Staff level Mechanical Design Engineer for their Jacksonville, Florida facility.
VISTAKON®, a division of Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, is a worldwide company with operations in the United States, Japan, Latin America, Asia-Pacific and Europe/Middle East/Africa regions. Research, innovation and new-product development are the focus of our organization. Since we introduced soft disposable contact lenses in 1988, no other manufacturer has matched the aggressive expansion of our wide-ranging ACUVUE® family of products. Our associates around the world are committed to expanding the ACUVUE® brand, and fortifying our position as the worldwide leader in the contact lens industry.
The Staff Mechanical Design Engineer performs a variety of engineering assignments utilizing a wide range of engineering principles. Works at an advanced technical expertise level involving planning, development and design of components, equipment, and processes. Reviews progress and evaluates results of multiple projects across various disciplines, but primarily in mechanical engineering. Coordinates teams of engineers and/or technicians as necessary to achieve project completion. Facilitates and conducts engineering assignments involving projects of major magnitude and scope. Takes a leading position in activities involved with outside engineering vendors from beginning of design process through feasibility and start-up processes. Acts as advocate for continuous improvement of technology and processes. Adheres to environmental policy and procedures and supports department environmental objectives.
Plans, conducts and directs research, development or engineering assignments. Manages multiple projects across various disciplines, but primarily in mechanical engineering. Project management at outside vendors (overseas travel necessary). Performs concept analysis and justification of capital and expense projects for future project development of a medium complexity. Prepares equipment, process, safety and materials specifications and conducts technical analysis of vendor proposals. Develops and implements product, equipment and/or process enhancements that will improve product quality and yield, process sustainability and efficiency, and safety. Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications
A BS in Mechanical Engineering or relevant discipline required along with a minimum of 6 experience in product and/or machine design. Thorough knowledge and complete understanding and application of principles, concepts and practices of Mechanical Design, preferably in the field of medical devices, are required. Product development experience is required. Expertise in SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software is required. Experience working / contributing in a cross-functional, multi-disciplinary team is required. Experience designing injection molded optical components / systems is preferred. Experience with automation is preferred. Experience designing products with Ergonomics and Form Factors in mind are preferred. Experience designing hand held devices is preferred. Excellent written and oral communication skills are required. Excellent organizational skills are required.
Travel of up to 10% Domestic and International is required.
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Primary Location:North America-United States-Florida-Jacksonville
Organization: Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc. (6094)
Job Function: R&D Engineering (R&D)
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