Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Senior Manufacturing Engineer J&J Vision Uppsala

We are looking for a driven Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead process and equipment improvement initiatives across the manufacturing area, ensuring robust, compliant, and efficient operations that support product quality and business growth. As Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will act as technical owner for assigned manufacturing systems, driving continuous improvement and modernization as the Uppsala site replaces end-of-life equipment with new technologies. For the right person, this is a unique opportunity to contribute and grow with us on this exciting journey!

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as technical owner for assigned process areas, managing lifecycle activities such as upgrades and obsolescence mitigation.
• Lead complex process and equipment improvement projects from concept through implementation, including change control, validation, and documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance yield, reduce downtime, and improve OEE.
• Develop and track productivity KPIs, using data analytics and statistical methods to sustain and improve process performance.
• Lead root cause investigations using structured problem-solving methodologies (5 Whys, Fishbone, 5M, etc) in alignment with J&J Non-conformity and CAPA processes.
• Plan and implement equipment and process validation activities in accordance with GMP, ISO 13485, and FDA 21 CFR Part 820 requirements, including Computerized System Validation where applicable.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, and Supply Chain to support technology transfer and automation initiatives and to ensure Design for Manufacturability and Assembly (DFMA).
• Foster a culture of innovation, safety, and continuous improvement across the manufacturing organization.

Qualifications

Education:

• BSc or MSc in Material Science, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related engineering field.

Experience and Skills

• Minimum 5 years' experience in manufacturing or industrial engineering within a regulated industry (Medical Device or Pharmaceutical).
• Proven experience in equipment and process validation (URS, FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ, PQ, CSV).
• Experience in process optimization, cycle-time reduction, yield, and OEE improvements.
• Strong knowledge of automation systems, data analysis, and process troubleshooting.
• In-depth understanding of GMP, ISO 13485, and FDA 21 CFR Part 820 requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
• Analytical, structured, and proactive attitude with ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Fluency in English and Swedish.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

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