Job Description Summary

Knowledgeable engineering resource to improve the competitiveness of the organization in a performance based team environment. Lead the full scope of project responsibilities to completion.

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. 

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

• Support facility’s Quality System and tactical plans.

• Design, develop, qualify, and validate manufacturing processes and tooling/equipment.

• Drive continuous improvement, improved safety and cost reductions.

• Participate in cross functional project teams and execute individual project tasks.

• Perform mechanical/electrical testing and gauge R&R studies.

• Statistically analyze data (eg: process capability, Design of Experiments).

• Trouble-shoot processes, equipment and quality systems and develop/implement corrective and preventive actions.

• Provide sound engineering judgment and decisions.

• Knowledgeable on materials for GFO product designs in areas of responsibility

• Qualify and validate new material and suppliers.

• Effectively train manufacturing employees on specifications and processes.

• Author CRs, protocols, technical reports and AFEs.

• Technical interface with manufacturing teams.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Associate Degree in Engineering, Scientific or Technical discipline, or

• Minimum of three (3) years of work experience in medical device manufacturing.

Knowledge and Skills:

Basic Qualifications:

• Ability to translate technical documents to manufacturing operators.

• Ability to be flexible and deal with changing priorities.

• Demonstrates strong communication skills across all levels of the organization, both internal and external.

• Take initiative in learning new technologies and materials.

• Customer focus, innovative, results oriented. 

• Ability to solve problems and conflicts, work well with others and demonstrate team work.

• Demonstrates a solid work ethic and positive demeanor/attitude.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a regulated environment.

Training Requirements:

On-the-job, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) required for position, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Physical Demands: (if applicable)

Occasionally requires light physical effort as in periods of prolonged standing, sitting at machines or work tables or bending, stooping or reaching and/or occasional lifting of light items (i.e., up to 30 lbs.).  Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Work Environment: (if applicable)

May require some exposure to chemicals used in manufacturing processes, requiring some precaution. Some minor inconvenience or discomfort occasionally present in the work situation (moderate noise, disagreeable odors, etc.).

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 wi