Automation Engineer II

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:

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:

Cornelia, Georgia, United States of America

Job Description:

We are searching for the best Automation Engineer II in Cornelia, GA!

About MedTech

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, Johnson & Johnson MedTech is developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, and more personalized treatments.

Job Summary

Johnson & Johnson MedTech is seeking an Automation Engineer II to join the Ethicon Georgia Campus Technical Operations team in Cornelia, GA.

This role is primarily focused on manufacturing equipment performance, automation systems, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Automation Engineer II will lead or support the design, installation, validation, and optimization of manufacturing equipment, while providing technical expertise to troubleshoot and resolve automation-related issues. This position plays a critical role in ensuring safe, reliable, compliant, and efficient manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal cross-functional teams and external vendors to design new manufacturing equipment or modify existing equipment in alignment with regulatory, industry, and company standards
• Lead or support equipment-related projects from concept through implementation, including technical execution and project coordination
• Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and automation systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and vision systems, to resolve issues and improve performance
• Support the introduction of new equipment, including installation, commissioning, and validation activities (FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ, PQ)
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment safety, quality, reliability, and efficiency
• Support and/or lead quality and safety investigations related to equipment, ensuring timely closure of corrective actions
• Prepare and deliver technical reports, project updates, and documentation
• Coordinate training for operators and maintenance personnel on equipment operation and maintenance
• Analyze equipment performance and maintenance trends to support asset lifecycle and capital investment decisions
• Develop and present Capital Appropriation Requests (CARs) to support project scope and funding
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, local, and Johnson & Johnson regulations, policies, and procedures
• Uphold Johnson & Johnson environmental, health, safety, and Credo-based standards

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field is required

Required Experience & Skills

• 0–2 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, or relevant internship/co-op experience
• Hands-on experience with industrial automation systems such as PLCs (e.g., Allen Bradley or Siemens), robotics, or related control systems
• Experience working with industrial control systems, including PLCs/DCS, servomotors, vision systems, instrumentation, SCADA, or MES systems
• Ability to support equipment design, installation, qualification, troubleshooting, and optimization in a manufacturing environment
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or other regulated manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and GxP processes
• Experience with equipment validation (FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ, PQ)
• Programming or coding experience
• Project management experience or PMP certification
• Experience developing engineering documentation and drawings
• Lean and/or Six Sigma certification is preferred
• Experience in manufacturing environments such as medical devices, pharmaceuticals, automotive, industrial automation, or textile manufacturing is a plus

Work Environment & Travel

• This position is primarily onsite in Cornelia, GA
• Occasional onsite support may be required in Athens, GA
• Relocation is not available for this position
• Up to approximately 10% domestic and occasional international travel may be required to support suppliers and partner sites

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 may contact Johnson & Johnson Careers, and internal employees may contact AskGS to be directed to their accommodation resource.

 

 

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