Automation & Robotics Engineer, Cell Therapy

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

Job Function:*

R&D Product Development

Job Sub Function:*

Robotics

Job Category:*

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:*

Spring House, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description:*

About Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine*

Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science‑based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow. Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine.

We are searching for the best talent for an Automation & Robotics Engineer, Cell Therapy in Spring House, PA.

Purpose:*

We are on a mission to transform autologous CAR‑T cell‑therapy manufacturing with pioneering automation. As an Automation/Robotics Engineer, you will support the design, integration, and testing of automated modular systems and mobile robots, contribute to documentation, assist in troubleshooting, help coordinate process flows, and participate in verification and sterility‑assurance activities. This role applies foundational engineering and computer‑science principles to help maintain reliable, scalable automated production lines under direct to moderate supervision.

You will be responsible for:*

Design & Deploy

• Assist with the design, configuration, and deployment of automated systems and robotic modules used in CAR‑T manufacturing workflows (e.g. isolation, expansion, formulation, cryopreservation) under GMP.• Support the development of system architectures, user requirements, and technical documentation (URS, DHF, traceability matrices) through data gathering, drafting, and revision.• Contribute to assembling and testing functional prototypes to evaluate feasibility and performance under guidance.• Participate in FAT/SAT and qualification activities by performing defined test steps, capturing data, and documenting deviations.

• Support equipment owners by collecting performance data, documenting observations, and escalating issues appropriately.• Conduct initial troubleshooting following standard procedures and assist in basic root‑cause analysis across mechanical, software, vision, and control‑system components.• Recommend small‑scale adjustments or procedural improvements based on test results and operator feedback.• Assist vendors and senior engineers with evaluating technologies or upgrades by preparing data summaries or test inputs.

• Contribute to operational support by monitoring equipment performance, performing routine maintenance tasks, and updating logs.• Help prepare and revise user documentation (SOPs, O&M manuals, reports) and ensure consistency with GMP expectations.• Assist with audit readiness, documentation reviews, and compliance activities.

• Support optimization of production flows by updating test data, documenting cycle times, and assisting with control‑system evaluations.• Participate in technology‑roadmap activities by completing assigned work packages such as component testing or documentation updates.• Collaborate with QA, IT, OT, facilities, and other functions to support the alignment of automation efforts across teams.• Assist in risk assessments and mitigation planning by compiling data and maintaining worksheets.