Staff Clinical Engineer

Johnson & Johnson

. Contribute clinical and technical expertise to ideation, conceptualization, and early-stage evaluation of novel design concepts .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeBoston • Massachusetts • United StatesLead💰 $109,000 - $174,800 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in medical device development, particularly in surgical robotics and design validation, while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and ensure regulatory compliance.

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Surgical RoboticsDesign ValidationRegulatory ComplianceMedical Device R&DProject Management

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Hard Skills

Mechanical EngineeringBiomedical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringRobotics EngineeringProcess DevelopmentClinical Hazard AnalysisPrototype DevelopmentAnalytical ReasoningDecision-MakingClinical Workflow Analysis

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCommunicationCollaborationLeadershipFacilitation

Tools & Technologies

Computer-Assisted Orthopedic SurgerySurgical TechniquesValidation StudiesDigital Technology

Industry Keywords

Medical Device DevelopmentClinical InsightsVoice of the ClinicianVoice of CustomerInnovation Value

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute clinical and technical expertise to ideation, conceptualization, and early-stage evaluation of novel design concepts
Support feasibility assessments and prototype development aligned with clinical needs and regulatory pathways
Prepare and deliver prototype and product demonstrations for internal stakeholders, customers, and external partners
Collaborate with HEMA, marketing, R&D, and medical affairs to define patient journeys and product maps
Drive clinical and operational quantitative needs to increase innovation value
Lead clinical hazard analyses and procedure-specific risk maps
Evaluate emerging trends in computer-assisted orthopedic surgery, surgical robotics, navigated devices, and surgical techniques
Translate clinical insights into project goals and prototype development inputs
Identify critical tasks, potential use errors, and hazardous clinical situations
Collaborate with systems engineering to design test methods, models, metrics, protocols, and validation activities
Analyze clinical workflows, environments, and pain points to inform system concepts and architecture
Conduct observation studies and gather Voice of the Clinician insights
Support Voice of Customer sessions with surgeons through preparation, facilitation, demonstrations, and documentation
Collaborate with quality, systems, and human factors engineering on preclinical, formative, summative, and validation studies
Analyze complaints, field data, and adverse events from a clinical-use perspective
Support Commercial Education teams in developing and delivering product training
Provide on-site support during initial product commercialization and escalation of critical performance complaints
Communicate business-related issues or opportunities to the next management level

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Biomedical, Electrical, Robotics Engineering, or a related technical discipline
Master’s or PhD preferred, with a focus on medical device development or related fields
Experience with surgical robotics and principles of biomechanics
Expertise in design validation, process development, and regulatory compliance
Minimum of 7+ years in medical device R&D
Extensive firsthand experience supporting digital technology in the operating theater, early-stage technology incubation, innovative device design, and development
Proven track record contributing clinical and technical expertise to complex projects from concept evaluation through prototype development, initial validation, and initial clinical use
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage projects with minimal supervision
Strong problem-solving, analytical reasoning, and decision-making skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience presenting to executive leadership, regulatory bodies, and external partners
Ability to foster collaborative relationships across internal teams and external research institutions
Significant interaction with J&J customers, field sales leaders, and external development partners
Ability to work closely with surgeons and clinical staff on preclinical, formative, summative, and validation studies
Ability to collaborate with third-party development partners using clinical specifications, design inputs, and feedback

Benefits

Comp & perks

Pension plan
401(k) savings plan
Long-term incentive program
Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year (Colorado: 48 hours; Washington: 56 hours)
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – 13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time – up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member; 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year