Senior R&D Engineer

Senior R&D Engineer

2 year contract initially, with intention to extend.

We are searching for the best talent for Senior R&D Engineer to be in Groningen.

Purpose: Driving activities related to the design and development of innovative intraocular lenses (IOLs) for the Research & Development team.

About Vision

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.

Are you passionate about improving and expanding on the possibilities of vision treatments? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how vision is improved? Our Vision team solves the toughest health challenges. Help combine cutting-edge insights, science, technology, and people to encourage eye care professionals and patients to proactively protect, correct and enhance healthy sight for life. Our products and services address these needs – from the pediatric to aging eye – in a patient’s lifetime.

Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech

You will be responsible for:

• Analyze product and process requirements (materials, quality, EHS) and perform risk and root cause analysis.
• Develop and improve product designs, processes, equipment, test methods, and procedures; define technical requirements.
• Plan and execute validation and verification studies, including test plans, protocols, data analysis, and issue resolution.
• Implement new or modified products and processes, author SOPs, protocols, risk assessments, and train employees.
• Maintain compliance with cGMP, ISO standards; update procedures, support audits, and resolve CAPAs/NCRs.
• Collaborate with Operations, QA, and Manufacturing Engineering to support implementation and design transfer.
• Manage technology transfer, validation planning, and project execution.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field with minimum 8 years of experience in a regulated industry.
• Master’s degree preferred with minimum 6 years of experience.
• Proven ability to manage technology transfer and oversee validation planning.
• Experience providing strategic input and leading multidisciplinary projects.
• Advanced expertise in compliance, regulatory integration, and process optimization.
• Experience in mentoring teams and influencing project direction.
• Proficient in applying statistical methodologies and analysis using Minitab.
• Proficiency in English, ideally also in Dutch.

Preferred specific knowledge and skills:

• Analysis of datasets using Python or MatLab
• Designing 3D models using SolidWorks
• Experience in rapid prototyping techniques using 3D printing
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Project
• Six Sigma Certified Green Belt / Black Belt
• Knowledge in high precision machining (lathing and milling)
• Knowledge in high precision injection molding

Preferred Skills:

Agile Decision Making, Coaching, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Critical Thinking, Emerging Technologies, Issue Escalation, Lean Supply Chain Management, Problem Solving, Process Control, Process Engineering, Product Costing, Product Improvements, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Application, Situational Awareness, Technical Research, Technologically Savvy, Validation Testing, Vendor Selection