Global Engineering & Automation Leader
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 jnj.com.
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Job Function:
Supply Chain Engineering
Job Sub Function:
Automation Engineering
Job Category:
People Leader
All Job Posting Locations:
California (Any City), Florida (Any City), Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, United States of America, New Jersey (Any City), Texas (Any City), Zug, Switzerland
Job Description:
Job Description
Johnson & Johnson is recruiting for a Global Engineering & Automation Leader . This role can be located at a Johnson & Johnson site within the United States (NJ, PA, CA, FL, TX, or Guaynabo, Puerto Rico), or internationally in Zug, Switzerland, or São Paulo, Brazil.
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/ (https://www.jnj.com/).
ABOUT MEDTECH
Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.
Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech
Job Summary
The Global Engineering & Automation Leader leads the centralized Deliver engineering function across J&J MedTech, partnering closely with regional and site engineering teams to drive automation, equipment strategy, and operational technology integration across the global distribution network.
This role is responsible for defining and executing engineering strategies for large-scale distribution center (DC) projects, including greenfield and brownfield builds, automation deployments, and equipment lifecycle upgrades. The Director ensures alignment with enterprise technology architecture and compliance standards while providing governance and technical leadership across global initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Global Engineering Strategy & Execution
Lead development and execution of global Deliver engineering strategies for DC automation and equipment systems
Drive end-to-end engineering programs from concept through implementation, go-live, and operational stabilization
Partner with regional engineering teams to deliver standardized, scalable solutions across the network
Distribution Center Automation & Projects
Oversee engineering workstreams for greenfield and brownfield DC projects
Lead design, specification, and deployment of automation and material handling equipment
Ensure successful implementation and operational handoff for major capital projects
Warehouse Control Systems (WCS) & Technology
Define operational requirements and support deployment of Warehouse Control Systems (WCS) for automated environments
Enable integration of automation systems with enterprise platforms
Support knowledge transfer and long-term system sustainability at site level
Operational Technology & Systems Integration
Partner with J&J Technology (JJT, ISRM) to ensure seamless integration into enterprise systems
Align engineering solutions with cybersecurity, network infrastructure, and compliance requirements (e.g., SOX, validated systems)
Ensure adherence to system validation standards (CSV, SDLC)
Vendor & Partner Management
Lead relationships with key automation and equipment vendors
Serve as escalation point for critical operational or system issues
Drive vendor performance and delivery excellence across projects
Governance & Cross-Functional Leadership
Provide leadership across cross-functional project teams and steering committees (SteerCo)
Establish governance frameworks for engineering programs and capital projects
Align engineering initiatives with global Deliver strategy and priorities
Capability Building & Talent Development
Develop engineering capabilities across global, regional, and site teams
Coach and mentor technical talent in automation, controls, and WCS expertise
Build standards, training materials, and a center of excellence (COE) for Deliver engineering
Operational & Organizational Support
Support audits (Cyber, IT, Quality, SOX) and ensure compliance readiness
Contribute to budget planning for engineering programs and capital projects
Participate in talent acquisition and workforce planning initiatives
Qualifications
Experience
10+ years of experience in engineering, automation, or distribution systems
Proven track record in:
Warehouse automation and material handling systems
Large-scale capital project execution (DC builds, upgrades)
Equipment specification, validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), and lifecycle management
Experience working within regulated environments (GMP, medical device, pharma) preferred
Education
Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related technical field) required
Master’s degree in engineering or related discipline preferred
Skills & Competencies
Deep expertise in distribution center automation, robotics, and material handling systems
Strong knowledge of control systems (PLC, HMI, SCADA, WCS)
Experience with Computer System Validation (CSV) and SDLC processes
Strong vendor management and capital project leadership capabilities
Ability to lead cross-functional, global teams in a matrix environment
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Excellent communication and executive presentation skills
Preferred:
Six Sigma certification
Experience with high-throughput automated distribution or manufacturing environments
Location & Travel
Location: NA or EMEA (Tier 1 Deliver sites or regional HQ)
Travel: ~10–25% (domestic and international)
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.
Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs.
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Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Integration, Developing Others, Inclusive Leadership, Industry Analysis, Innovation, Interpersonal Influence, Leadership, Lean Supply Chain Management, Machine Learning (ML), Management Systems Implementation, Operations Management, Process Improvements, Prototyping, Quality Assurance (QA), Robotic Automation, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Application, Stakeholder Engagement