Senior Manager, NPI Quality Engineering

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Job Function:

Quality

Job Sub Function:

Quality Assurance

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Groningen, Netherlands

Job Description:

Johnson & Johnson is looking for a Senior Manager, New Product Introduction Quality Engineer in Groningen.

SCOPE:

Leads the New Product Quality Engineering (NPQE) function within R&D, overseeing quality systems and compliance activities related to new product introductions. Responsible for ensuring adherence to design controls, CTQ flow-down, validation, and risk management requirements while driving cross-functional alignment and quality excellence. Manages and develops team performance, fosters cross-functional collaboration, and serves as a technical and strategic leader. Ensures compliance with global regulations including FDA, ISO 13485, and EU MDR.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

·         Lead and manage multiple New Product Introduction (NPI) projects across platforms.

·         Provide guidance and training on quality systems and development processes.

·         Develop and improve quality systems and validation programs.

·         Monitor quality program effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.

·         Manage and develop team members and ensure accountability.

·         Influence cross-functional stakeholders to drive improvements.

·         Serve as technical expert for NPQE and resolve complex issues.

·         Ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements.

·         Support environmental, health, and safety objectives.

·         Perform additional duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

·         Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Engineering, or related field.

·         8–10 years industry experience in R&D, Quality, or Regulatory.

·         Minimum 5 years managerial experience.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

·         Strong knowledge of FDA and international regulatory requirements.

·         Expertise in design controls, validation, and risk management.

·         Proven leadership and team management skills.

·         Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

·         Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

·         Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.

·  Demonstrates an understanding of AI concepts and frameworks, including awareness of responsible and ethical AI practices, and has experience generating effective prompts to boost efficiency and productivity

LOCATION & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Location: Groningen

Travel: May be required to support global initiatives

Required Skills:

New Product Development, Quality Control (QC), Quality Validation

Preferred Skills:

Business Alignment, Collaboration, Compliance Management, Fact-Based Decision Making, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), ISO 9001, Mentorship, Organizing, Quality Auditing, Quality Management Systems (QMS), Quality Standards, Regulatory Environment, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), Tactical Thinking, Technical Credibility

The anticipated base pay range for this position is:

€82 900,00 - €144 210,00

Benefits:

In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers.

*This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.