R&D Technician II

Posted:
4/15/2026, 4:35:42 AM

Location(s):
Irvine, California, United States ⋅ California, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Finance & Banking

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

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world.  We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual.  At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function:

R&D Operations

Job Sub Function:

Laboratory Operations

Job Category:

Business Enablement/Support

All Job Posting Locations:

Irvine, California, United States of America

Job Description:

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

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions 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/.

We are searching for the best talent for R&D Technician II

JOB SUMMARY

Supports activities related to engineering and prototyping services for Advanced R&D.

This position will have responsibilities across Cardiovascular and Specialty Solution (CSS) Companies (Johnson and Johnson Family of Companies) including a span of multiple product platforms such as ENT, Electrophysiology, Neurology, Vision, and Surgical and Non-Surgical Aesthetics.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Under (e.g., limited supervision, general direction, etc.) and in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws/regulations and Corporate Johnson & Johnson, procedures and guidelines, this position:

·       Builds new devices based on engineering designs and/or verbal instructions

·       Supports basic engineering activities to effect high quality processes and design guidelines for dissemination throughout the division.

·       Checks basic layouts and drawings for clarity, completeness, conformity to standards, procedures, specifications, and accuracy of calculations and dimensions

·       Requisitions equipment and materials; performs vendor and equipment analysis for engineers to determine feasibility

·       Supports designed experiments and capability studies, collects documents, and files records on process specifications

·       Collects design documentation and puts together training packets on new processes, materials, and equipment

·       Adheres to all company safety policies and procedures and other safety precautions within the work area.

·       Provides support to Engineers in matters related to the discipline

·       Follows standardized procedures to perform his/her tasks, when applicable

·       Maintains his/her work area clean and organized

·       Initiates, adjusts and operates basic laboratory and manufacturing equipment

·       Has completed the environmental and safety training, appropriate for his/her discipline

·       Performs basic operational diagnostics tests, solves problems and disconnects components, subassemblies and manufacturing systems, processes and equipment with the purpose of isolating the failures, determine a solution and perform the necessary operations, documenting all the changes.

·       Ensures that the tools and testing equipment are properly calibrated and repaired, according to the standardized operations procedures

·       Provides design support for research and development

·       Provides support for engineering change orders

·       Responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level.

·       Responsible for ensuring subordinates follow all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices and that all resources needed to do so are available and in good condition.

·       Responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all Federal, State, local and Company regulations, policies, and procedures.

·       For those who supervise or manage a staff, responsible for ensuring that subordinates follow all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices and that all resources needed to do so are available and in good condition, if applicable

·       Performs other duties assigned as needed.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

·       2 to 4 years of experience, preferably related to the position

·       High School, technical career, or equivalent

·       Experience in the Medical Device industry or medical field

·       Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing principles and practices, and procedures

·       Knowledge of specific business practices and software and software applications

·       Able to enter data on spread sheet and database applications

·       Ability to communicate effectively with Engineers and other Technicians

·       Ability to work cooperatively with coworkers

·       Ability to work with patent attorneys to secure IP

·       Ability to perform duties in accordance with policies and procedures and to comply with civil rights requirements.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES and AFFILIATIONS

·       Ability to use computer programs including e-mail

·       Ability to use measuring and testing equipment associated with the specific discipline

·       Ability to communicate in English, orally and in writing

·       Ability to perform “active involvement” in the solution of problems and problem resolution

·       Capacity to solve problems by providing good judgment

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. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation,  external applicants please contact us via  https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers.  Internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

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Required Skills:

 

 

Preferred Skills:

Analytical Reasoning, Communication, Curious Mindset, Data Management and Informatics, Detail-Oriented, Disinfecting, Ethical and Participant Safety Considerations, Execution Focus, Inventory Control, Laboratory Operations, Laboratory Safety, Molecular Diagnostics, Process Oriented, Quality Control Testing, Research and Development, Sterilization, Teamwork, Use of Laboratory Equipment

 

 

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$45,100.00 - $73,370.00

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Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).



This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.



Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:

Vacation –120 hours per calendar year

Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year

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 period10 days

Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year

Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year

For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits