Director, R&d Hardware Engineering

Johnson & Johnson MedTech

Danvers, Massachusetts, United States
Base: $160,000.00 to 276,000.00; bonus/equity: ann...
Not specified (assumed to be hybrid based on company culture).
Hardware systems engineering
Medical device product development
Cross-functional team leadership
Johnson & Johnson MedTech is seeking a Director of Hardware Engineering in Danvers, Massachusetts, to lead the development of next-generation medical devices, particularly focusing on innovative solutions for cardiovascular care. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in hardware systems engineering and a strong background in medical device development, emphasizing leadership and cross-functional collaboration

Job Summary

  • The Director, Hardware Engineering will lead the strategy, development, and execution of hardware platforms that power Abiomed’s next-generation medical devices, including the Automated Impella Controller (AIC) and other mission-critical hardware products.
  • Johnson & Johnson provides an inclusive work environment respecting diversity and offers competitive compensation including base pay, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits.
  • This role requires strong technical depth and leadership skills to drive cross-functional collaboration from concept through commercialization while ensuring compliance with medical device standards.

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Johnson & Johnson MedTech is seeking a Director of Hardware Engineering in Danvers, Massachusetts, to lead the development of next-generation medical devices, particularly focusing on innovative solutions for cardiovascular care. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in hardware systems engineering and a strong background in medical device development, emphasizing leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

Salary

Base: $160,000.00 to 276,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Annual performance bonus discretionary; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plans, paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • hardware systems engineering
  • medical device product development
  • cross-functional team leadership
  • hardware architecture and electronics
  • regulatory compliance IEC 60601
  • risk management ISO 14971
  • design control FDA standards

Nice-to-have

  • life-sustaining device experience
  • human factors engineering knowledge
  • digital health and connectivity integration
  • cybersecurity features in hardware
  • executive stakeholder influence

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Biomedical, or Computer Engineering
  • 12+ years hardware/system engineering experience
  • 5+ years leadership experience
  • Proven Class II/III medical device development
  • Expertise in FDA design control and ISO 13485
  • Experience with IEC 60601 compliance

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