Graduate Engineer Accelerated Rotational (GEAR) Program- US- Johnson and Johnson MedTech

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 https://www.jnj.com/. For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) has been a part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Rooted in Our Credo, the values of DEI fuel our pursuit to create a healthier, more equitable world. Our diverse workforce and culture of belonging accelerate innovation to solve the world’s most pressing healthcare challenges. We know that the success of our business – and our ability to deliver meaningful solutions – depends on how well we understand and meet the diverse needs of the communities we serve. Which is why we foster a culture of inclusion and belonging where all perspectives, abilities and experiences are valued, and our people can reach their potential. At Johnson & Johnson, we all belong.Are you looking to get a jump start on your engineering career at Ethicon? The Graduate Engineer Accelerated Rotational (GEAR) program looks to develop early in career talent to gain hands-on experience and build an encouraging network! This role will support our Global Technical Operations (GTO) team within the Ethicon franchises. If you are looking to further your engineering skills and make a positive difference in peoples' lives, we want you to join our team!GEAR is a two-year entry level rotational program to develop a pipeline of technical leaders for Ethicon. It offers unique, technically focused experiences across the three Ethicon franchises: Endomechanical-Energy, Wound Closure & Healing, and Biosurgery. This key role provides an opportunity to bring significant improvements to Ethicon products and processes, while also providing the opportunity for significant professional growth within the technical track. You will have the opportunity to support and learn about several product families and make our mission of innovating patient care a reality.In GTO, our team is on the forefront of technology in the medical device industry. Our engineering staff collaborates with R&D teams, multiple Manufacturing sites, and Suppliers to develop/maintain robust component designs and manufacturing processes to ensure our patients get the products they need when they need them.Program Components:The opportunity to build technical depth via various, technical curriculums. Curriculum(s) may include, but may not be limited to:Assembly & AutomationComponent DevelopmentChemical ProcessingFiber ProcessingWire ProcessingThe opportunity to spend a guaranteed minimum of 8 months (maximum 16 months) working in an Ethicon Manufacturing SiteCombine on-the-job experience with technical, leadership & personal development trainingRotational assignments across multiple NA/US sites that deliver real and impactful business resultsExposure to multiple Ethicon products and manufacturing processes (Endomechanical-Energy, Wound Closure & Healing, Biosurgery)Global networking and virtual collaboration with fellow associates around the worldBuilding technical skills in many areas, including process development, manufacturing operations, quality and regulatory compliance, project management, and product/process improvement methodologies (six sigma, lean, design excellence)You will be responsible for:Conducting assignments within an assigned technical curriculum based on business needs, project criticality, and/or prior experience. Example assignments include, but are not limited to:Process Design, Development, and/or implementation at selected site(s)Manufacturing Operations SupportManufacturing Operations ImprovementsSite improvement initiatives (i.e. Construction and installation support for new manufacturing technology)Lifecycle management support for existing, base business products with cross-functional partnersDemonstrating leadership imperativesTaking ownership of project outcomesLearning and applying skillsSupporting transition processes between assignmentsProviding feedback and recommendations on program effectiveness