Job Description Summary

Job Description

We are the makers of possible 

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. 

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us. 

Summary
The Senior Packaging Engineer will develop new packaging concepts for both existing products and new product launches. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure that all project goals are met in terms of cost, quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Design and test packaging solutions for various medical devices.

• Develop new package designs based on material properties, device design, manufacturing processes, sterilization methods, and end user requirements.

• Conducts preliminary testing of new package designs using appropriate methodologies such as sealing, leak testing, and bioburden analysis.

• Provide technical support to operations, purchasing, and other engineering functions.

• Participate in team meetings, presentations, and process improvement initiatives.

• Support internal and external audits as needed.

• Work collaboratively with cross functional teams including Operations, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Purchasing, Marketing, and Sales.

• Travel may be required (<10%).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field plus five years relevant experience.

• Experience working with materials used in medical device packaging, is a requirement for this role.

• Strong knowledge of packaging materials, sterilization methods, and quality systems.

• Ability to lead and contribute to interdisciplinary teams.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Must have strong organizational and time management skills.

• Previous experience working in a GMP environment preferred.

Primary Work Location and Additional Considerations:

• We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor Visas' at this time.
• We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to provide Relocation assistance at this time.
• This is a Hybrid role that requires you to be at your assigned worksite 4 days out of the week and other days from home. Local policies may apply. BD may change your work arrangement based on business needs.
• We encourage Candidates near our BD Locations of: Warwick RI, Vernon Hills IL, or Franklin Lakes, NJ to apply for this Hybrid role.

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?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.  

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 r