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BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description

Job Summary:

This position will lead sustaining engineering projects, driving process improvements, design changes, and various project management tasks of medical products and capital devices. This position will learn and utilize relevant engineering tools to deliver high quality, cost-effective solutions. Candidates will be able to independently and collaboratively work with stakeholders to handle sustenance engineering projects including but not limited to product design changes, labelling and packaging changes, stewardship requests and obsolescence projects.

The successful R&D Engineer will have excellent oral and written communication skills and demonstrated hands-on technical aptitude.

Job Responsibilities: (Primary Duties, Roles, and/or Authorities)

• Sustaining:

Own the end-to-end execution of sustenance projects, including Obsolescence, Product Stewardship requests and Sustaining Change Requests. Extract, collect, analyze, and summarize data files and report to stakeholders.

• Design:

Designs, develops and implements products and processes of a medical device, translating intangible design inputs into tangible engineering specifications and drawings. Select appropriate materials, processes and vendors to achieve the design, and challenge these designs against design specifications, clinical use scenarios and international standards. Plans, coordinates and builds test parts for engineering evaluation, pre-clinical studies and clinical studies. Makes and presents engineering decisions.  Participates and leads cross-functional teams through design and development stages.

• Process Development:

Develop new or existing processes by understanding key process inputs and outputs, using statistical methods such as DOE as appropriate. Develops process equipment and tooling, including specification development, vendor selection and negotiation.

• Documentation:

prepare work instructions and standard operating procedures (SOP), write technical documents and reports. Prepare raw material specifications and drawings. Prepares verification and validation protocols and reports.

• Test Method Development:

Develop or modify test methods and clinically relevant simulated use test methods in conjunction with R&D technicians; prepare and assist in the validation of test methods.

• Testing:

Perform lab bench testing, conduct engineering and competitor evaluations, development unit testing. Plan, develop, coordinate and execute verification and validation activities for existing products and processes.

• Training:

Train technicians in design and process development as well as new/modified test methods. Conduct process development training with operations and quality assurance in conjunction with R&D technicians.

• Supervisory/mentoring/coaching:

Mentor/coach R&D technicians through activities like process development, R&D materials/inventory control etc. May supervise or manage technicians, engineering interns or associate engineers.

• Fiscal:

Participation in our creation and control of a project budget (expense and/or capital expenditure). Create and critique engineering cost analysis.

• Other Responsibilities may include, however are not limited to:

Support Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory & R&D to ensure systems are compliant with all internal and external guidelines.

Support/lead design and process root cause analysis and support non-conforming product and complaint investigations.

Minimum Requirements:

• B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or other related engineering discipline.

• 4 to 7 years of industrial experience in R&D or process development.

• Experience in process validation (IQ, OQ and PQ), writing protocols and reports to support verification and validation activities for product commercialization; ability to execute validation.

• Experience creating and executing project plans.

• Experience and willingness to lead cross functional teams, across multiple time zones (Domestic and International).

• Experience in project management tools and methodologies

• Basic tooling, design and drafting knowledge.

• Proficient in statistical software with ability to analyze data, interpret results, and write reports.

• Training in Six Sigma or Design for Six Sigma.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in relevant engineering discipline plus 1-3 years medical device or equivalent industry experience

• Experience in R&D or process development in medical device or other regulated FDA/QSR and ISO environment

• Knowledge of cGMP and GLP.

This job description is intended as a summary of the primary responsibilities of and qualifications for this position. The job description is not intended as inclusive of all duties an individual in this position might be asked to perform or of all qualifications that may be required either now or in the future.

Physical Demands: (if applicable)

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use sight, and use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools, controls, and office equipment. The employee frequently is required to verbally communicate with other associates. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel or crouch. 

Work Environment: (if applicable)

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be in an open cubicle environment.  Candidate must be able to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment. BD is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that values and actively seeks diversity in the workforce. On occasion the employee may work in a preclinical setting like an animal lab, cadaver lab or attend clinical case observations.

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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Primary Work Location

USA AZ - Tempe Headquarters

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