
Principal Engineer, Process Improvement
Johnson & Johnson
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: West Chester • Florida • Massachusetts • United States
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Salary
💰 $117,000 - $201,250 per year
Job Level
Tech Stack
About the role
- Lead and deliver multiple process improvement projects (Lean Six Sigma, DMAIC, Kaizen) that reduce cycle time, rework, and handoffs across product families and global sites.
- Map, analyze, redesign, and standardize end-to-end workflows for critical processes with attention to detail needed to enable effective execution.
- Establish pragmatic KPIs and dashboards, measure ROI for initiatives, and present results to functional leaders to secure sustained adoption.
- Integrate risk-based thinking into process design to ensure compliance with 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, ISO 14971 and other applicable regional regulations.
- Use root-cause analysis, statistical analysis, and experiments to validate solutions; partner with data/BI resources to operationalize metrics.
- Develop and deliver training, SOPs, and change management tactics for global rollouts; support local process adoption across sites and suppliers.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
- 8+ years experience in a regulated industry environment.
- 5+ years experience in medical device product development, quality systems, manufacturing, or process improvement.
- Demonstrated experience leading multiple projects in a matrixed organization and influencing stakeholders at the director level.
- Deep knowledge of medical device regulations (21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, ISO 14971).
- Familiarity with Lean/Six Sigma methods; Green Belt or better preferred.
- Strong data analysis and visualization skills (Excel, Power BI/Tableau); familiarity with PLM/QMS systems.
- 10% Domestic and/or international travel required.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
Lean Six SigmaDMAICKaizenroot-cause analysisstatistical analysisdata analysisdata visualizationKPI developmentprocess improvementchange management
Soft Skills
leadershipinfluencing stakeholdersattention to detailcommunicationtraining developmentproject managementcollaborationproblem-solvingadaptabilityorganizational skills
Certifications
Green BeltLean Six Sigma certification