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Job Function R&D Product Development
Job Sub Function R&D Electrical/Mechatronic Engineering
Job Category Scientific/Technology
Job Posting Locations Santa Clara, California, United States of America
Job Description Robotics & Digital Solutions, part of the Johnson & Johnson family of companies, is recruiting for a
Senior Compliance Engineer
located in Santa Clara, CA. At Johnson & Johnson Robotics and Digital Solutions, we’re changing the trajectory of health for humanity, using robotics to enhance healthcare providers’ abilities and improve patients' diagnoses, treatments, and recovery times. Johnson & Johnson Robotics and Digital Solutions was established in 2020 with the integration of Auris Health, Verb Surgical, C‑SATS, and Ethicon. It comprises three key med‑tech platforms: Flexible Robotics (MONARCH®), Surgical Robotics (OTTAVA™), and Digital Solutions. Join our collaborative, rapidly growing teams in the San Francisco Bay Area. You’ll collaborate on breakthrough medical technologies that unite multiple subject areas to build a connected digital ecosystem that advances medical professionals’ skills and improves patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Lead
EMC and electrical safety compliance programs
for medical products, ensuring conformity to:
IEC 60601‑1
(General safety and essential performance)
IEC 60601‑1‑2
(EMC requirements)
Relevant
collateral (IEC 60601‑1‑x)
and
particular (IEC 60601‑2‑x, IEC 80601‑2‑x)
standards
Regional adaptations (EN/UL/CE/CSA 60601 series)
Partner with R&D, Systems, and Quality teams to define
design‑for‑compliance strategies
early in the product lifecycle.
Develop and maintain
EMC and safety test plans , including pre‑compliance and final certification testing.
Conduct or oversee
pre‑compliance evaluations , troubleshoot failures, and recommend
EMC mitigation
and
safety design improvements .
Serve as the primary technical contact for
Notified Bodies, NRTLs, and accredited test laboratories
(TÃV, UL, Intertek, BSI, etc.).
Manage
certification schedules , quotes, and deliverables for assigned products.
Review and approve
schematics, PCB layouts, enclosure designs, and grounding/shielding strategies
for compliance.
Ensure complete and accurate
technical documentation
(test reports, risk analyses, Declarations of Conformity, etc.) is maintained in compliance with ISO 13485 and ISO 14971 processes.
Stay current with
global regulatory changes
(EU MDR, FDA, China NMPA, etc.) impacting EMC and safety compliance and communicate updates to internal stakeholders.
Support
regulatory submissions
and audits by providing technical input and documentation evidence.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related discipline.
5+ years of experience
in EMC and electrical safety compliance engineering, preferably within the
medical device or high‑reliability electronics industry .
Proven expertise in the
IEC 60601
family of standards and relevant EMC standards (CISPR 11 / EN 55011, IEC 61000 series).
Hands‑on experience with
EMC test equipment
and familiarity with immunity and emissions testing methods.
Experience interfacing with
regulatory bodies and external test labs
for product certifications.
Proven expertise in diagnosing and resolving EMC and Safety issues by performing root cause analysis, and hands‑on‑testing.
Experience offering full lifecycle support for EMC and Safety from product concept to certification and production.
Working knowledge of
risk management (ISO 14971) ,
quality systems (ISO 13485) , and
design control processes .
Demonstrated success in managing
global product compliance programs
across multiple regulatory regions.
Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into clear engineering guidance.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree
(or higher) in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related discipline.
Certification such as
iNARTE EMC Engineer ,
Certified Product Safety Engineer , or equivalent.
Familiarity with
wireless coexistence standards (IEC 60601‑1‑2:2014/2020)
and
cybersecurity implications
for connected medical devices.
Working knowledge of
FDA 510(k)
and
EU MDR Technical File
processes.
Core Competencies
Strategic technical planning for regulatory compliance
Cross‑functional collaboration and communication
Data‑driven problem‑solving and root cause analysis
Continuous improvement mindset
Strong organizational and project management skills
Independent execution of EMC and compliance activities
Pay Range The anticipated pay range for this role is $115,000.00 to $197,800.00 USD Annual.
Benefit Overview The Company maintains highly competitive, performance‑based compensation programs. Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation’s performance over a calendar/performance year. Bonuses are awarded at the Company’s discretion on an individual basis.
Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following company‑sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance.
Employees may be 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.
Time Off Benefits
Vacation – up to 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time – up to 40 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – up to 13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time – up to 40 hours per calendar year
For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to:
This job posting is anticipated to close on 11/24/25. The Company may however extend this time‑period, in which case the posting will remain available to accept additional applications.
Equal Opportunity Statement 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 . internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.
Required Skills Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance, EMC Analysis, IEC 60601, ISO 14971 Risk Management, ISO Standard.
Preferred Skills
Accelerating
Coaching
Critical Thinking
Design Mindset
Feasibility Studies
Process Improvements
Product Design
Product Knowledge
Program Management
Prototyping
Research and Development
Robotic Automation
SAP Product Lifecycle Management
Smart Systems
Technical Research
Technical Writing
Technologically Savvy
Pay Transparency Notice The anticipated base pay range for this position is $115,000.00 to $197,800.00.
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Job Function R&D Product Development
Job Sub Function R&D Electrical/Mechatronic Engineering
Job Category Scientific/Technology
Job Posting Locations Santa Clara, California, United States of America
Job Description Robotics & Digital Solutions, part of the Johnson & Johnson family of companies, is recruiting for a
Senior Compliance Engineer
located in Santa Clara, CA. At Johnson & Johnson Robotics and Digital Solutions, we’re changing the trajectory of health for humanity, using robotics to enhance healthcare providers’ abilities and improve patients' diagnoses, treatments, and recovery times. Johnson & Johnson Robotics and Digital Solutions was established in 2020 with the integration of Auris Health, Verb Surgical, C‑SATS, and Ethicon. It comprises three key med‑tech platforms: Flexible Robotics (MONARCH®), Surgical Robotics (OTTAVA™), and Digital Solutions. Join our collaborative, rapidly growing teams in the San Francisco Bay Area. You’ll collaborate on breakthrough medical technologies that unite multiple subject areas to build a connected digital ecosystem that advances medical professionals’ skills and improves patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Lead
EMC and electrical safety compliance programs
for medical products, ensuring conformity to:
IEC 60601‑1
(General safety and essential performance)
IEC 60601‑1‑2
(EMC requirements)
Relevant
collateral (IEC 60601‑1‑x)
and
particular (IEC 60601‑2‑x, IEC 80601‑2‑x)
standards
Regional adaptations (EN/UL/CE/CSA 60601 series)
Partner with R&D, Systems, and Quality teams to define
design‑for‑compliance strategies
early in the product lifecycle.
Develop and maintain
EMC and safety test plans , including pre‑compliance and final certification testing.
Conduct or oversee
pre‑compliance evaluations , troubleshoot failures, and recommend
EMC mitigation
and
safety design improvements .
Serve as the primary technical contact for
Notified Bodies, NRTLs, and accredited test laboratories
(TÃV, UL, Intertek, BSI, etc.).
Manage
certification schedules , quotes, and deliverables for assigned products.
Review and approve
schematics, PCB layouts, enclosure designs, and grounding/shielding strategies
for compliance.
Ensure complete and accurate
technical documentation
(test reports, risk analyses, Declarations of Conformity, etc.) is maintained in compliance with ISO 13485 and ISO 14971 processes.
Stay current with
global regulatory changes
(EU MDR, FDA, China NMPA, etc.) impacting EMC and safety compliance and communicate updates to internal stakeholders.
Support
regulatory submissions
and audits by providing technical input and documentation evidence.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related discipline.
5+ years of experience
in EMC and electrical safety compliance engineering, preferably within the
medical device or high‑reliability electronics industry .
Proven expertise in the
IEC 60601
family of standards and relevant EMC standards (CISPR 11 / EN 55011, IEC 61000 series).
Hands‑on experience with
EMC test equipment
and familiarity with immunity and emissions testing methods.
Experience interfacing with
regulatory bodies and external test labs
for product certifications.
Proven expertise in diagnosing and resolving EMC and Safety issues by performing root cause analysis, and hands‑on‑testing.
Experience offering full lifecycle support for EMC and Safety from product concept to certification and production.
Working knowledge of
risk management (ISO 14971) ,
quality systems (ISO 13485) , and
design control processes .
Demonstrated success in managing
global product compliance programs
across multiple regulatory regions.
Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into clear engineering guidance.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree
(or higher) in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related discipline.
Certification such as
iNARTE EMC Engineer ,
Certified Product Safety Engineer , or equivalent.
Familiarity with
wireless coexistence standards (IEC 60601‑1‑2:2014/2020)
and
cybersecurity implications
for connected medical devices.
Working knowledge of
FDA 510(k)
and
EU MDR Technical File
processes.
Core Competencies
Strategic technical planning for regulatory compliance
Cross‑functional collaboration and communication
Data‑driven problem‑solving and root cause analysis
Continuous improvement mindset
Strong organizational and project management skills
Independent execution of EMC and compliance activities
Pay Range The anticipated pay range for this role is $115,000.00 to $197,800.00 USD Annual.
Benefit Overview The Company maintains highly competitive, performance‑based compensation programs. Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation’s performance over a calendar/performance year. Bonuses are awarded at the Company’s discretion on an individual basis.
Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following company‑sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance.
Employees may be 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.
Time Off Benefits
Vacation – up to 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time – up to 40 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – up to 13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time – up to 40 hours per calendar year
For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to:
This job posting is anticipated to close on 11/24/25. The Company may however extend this time‑period, in which case the posting will remain available to accept additional applications.
Equal Opportunity Statement 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 . internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.
Required Skills Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance, EMC Analysis, IEC 60601, ISO 14971 Risk Management, ISO Standard.
Preferred Skills
Accelerating
Coaching
Critical Thinking
Design Mindset
Feasibility Studies
Process Improvements
Product Design
Product Knowledge
Program Management
Prototyping
Research and Development
Robotic Automation
SAP Product Lifecycle Management
Smart Systems
Technical Research
Technical Writing
Technologically Savvy
Pay Transparency Notice The anticipated base pay range for this position is $115,000.00 to $197,800.00.
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