Senior Digital Engineer, Orthopedics

Johnson & Johnson Innovation

Johnson & Johnson Innovation

Suzhou, Jiangsu, China

Posted on Apr 20, 2026

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:

Supply Chain Manufacturing

Job Sub Function:

Manufacturing Process Improvement

Job Category:

People Leader

All Job Posting Locations:

Suzhou, Jiangsu, China

Job Description:

  • Digital Transformation Strategy
    • Develop a strategy roadmap for digital transformation aligned with business objectives.
    • Identify opportunities to digitalize current processes and improve operational efficiency.
    • Drive the implementation and continuous improvement of Lean Digital initiatives within production processes.
  • Process Simplification & Lean Integration
    • Partner with operation teams to analyze workflows and eliminate waste through Lean methodologies.
    • Design and deploy digital solutions that streamline operations to enhance production efficiency and data transparency.
  • Technology Implementation & Support
    • Assist with the deployment, configuration, and optimization of enterprise systems like SAP S/4HANA and MES, ensuring seamless integration with production workflows.
    • Provide training and support to ensure successful adoption and sustained usage of digital systems.
  • Data & Analytics
    • Collect, organize, and analyze production data to provide real-time, accurate decision support for management and foster continuous improvement.
    • Enable real-time data visibility and actionable insights for operation teams.
  • Change Management & Capability Building
    • Champion a digital mindset and promote a culture shift towards digital working methods across the team and fostering a culture of innovation.
    • Build digital capabilities within the team through coaching, workshops, and hands-on support.

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

Agile Manufacturing, Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Control (CMC), Coaching, Controls Compliance, Data Gathering and Analysis, Detail-Oriented, Developing Others, Document Management, Financial Competence, Goal Attainment, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, Operational Excellence, Plant Operations, Process Control, Quality Management Systems (QMS), Quality Standards, Quality Systems Documentation, Time Management