We are the people who give possibilities purpose

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

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

• Assist with engineering assignments related to manufacturing processes and equipment.

• Apply engineering principles to troubleshoot and improve production operations.

• Support documentation efforts, including initiating and revising technical documents and tracking approvals.

• Participate in cross-functional teams to implement process improvements.

• Provide technical support on components, materials, and manufacturing methods.

• Assist an engineering project leader by completing technical tasks such as design and solid modeling, coordinating purchasing or assembly of components, and implementing improvements using standard validation processes.

• Act as an engineering representative for Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) teams. Intern will help the TPM team identify, isolate, and solve reoccurring production problems.

• Analyze design inputs and prepare written and oral project updates.

• Collect and analyze data to identify trends and recommend solutions for process optimization.

• Comply with all local, state, federal, and BD safety regulations, policies and procedures.

• Comply with all local BD quality policies, procedures, and practices through consistent application of sound quality assurance principles.

• Maintain professional working relationships with internal teams and external partners.

Job Qualifications

• Junior or Senior pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related field).

• Ability to commute to Sumter, SC.

• Basic understanding of engineering principles and ability to apply them in a practical setting.

• Familiarity with CAD software (SolidWorks, Fusion360, AutoCad) and basic product design concepts.

• Strong technical writing and communication skills.

• Ability to perform testing using written instructions and comprehend basic descriptive statistics.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic software applications.

• Problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.

Desired Skills

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

• Experience with data collection and analysis.

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and continuous improvement methodologies.

• Oral and written presentation skills.

Work Environment:

• BD is a smoke-free campus.  Smoking and the use of electronic smoking devices, marijuana, or tobacco products are not allowed on BD property, grounds or in the parking areas.  We appreciate your cooperation in adhering to this policy

• False eyelashes, press-on fingernails, and Jewelry is not allowed on the production floor including dermals.  Any associate wearing dermals will be required to cover them while working on the production floor. 

• Shoes are required to be Steel Toe and non-slip for all associates while on the production floor for safety purposes.

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-