BD Excellence Staff Engineer

Onsite, El Paso, TX

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Job ID: R-551601
Category: Engineering
Location: El Paso, Texas

Build an engineering career where innovation, ownership and impact move healthcare forward

At BD, Engineering and R&D professionals design, develop and improve the technologies that shape how healthcare is delivered worldwide. You'll apply scientific thinking, technical expertise and creative problem-solving to turn complex challenges into solutions that matter.

Whether you specialize in mechanical, electrical, process, systems, software or research engineering, BD offers the scale, resources and freedom to innovate – with clear expectations, accountability for outcomes and opportunities to grow your career alongside industry-leading technology.

And as one of the world's largest medical technology companies, you'll shape solutions that reach across global healthcare systems and improve lives at scale.

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

The BD Excellence Staff Engineer is responsible for leading continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing, quality, engineering, supply chain, and support functions. This role drives the deployment and sustainability of the BD Excellence Management System by utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, problem-solving methodologies, and operational excellence tools to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee engagement.
This position serves as a change agent, coach, and facilitator, partnering with site leadership and cross-functional teams to identify improvement opportunities, eliminate waste, standardize processes, and drive a culture of continuous improvement aligned with BD's strategic objectives.

BD Excellence Deployment

Lead and support implementation of BD Excellence strategies, standards, and best practices across the site.
Facilitate BDEX maturity assessments and support action plans to close identified gaps.
Promote a continuous improvement culture throughout all levels of the organization.
Support the integration of BDEX principles into daily management systems.

Continuous Improvement Leadership

Lead Kaizen events, Rapid Improvement Workshops, Value Stream Mapping activities, and Lean projects.
Identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, efficiency, and operational performance.
Facilitate cross-functional teams in root cause analysis and sustainable corrective actions.
Drive waste elimination efforts focused on safety, quality, inventory, motion, transportation, waiting, overproduction, and defects.

Operational Performance

Analyze operational data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
Develop performance dashboards and visual management systems.
Support achievement of site goals related to safety, quality, service, cost, and inventory.
Monitor project performance and ensure realization of targeted benefits.

Coaching and Training

Train associates, supervisors, managers, and site leaders on Lean Manufacturing, problem-solving methodologies, and BD Excellence principles.
Coach teams on the use of:
- Lean tools
- Standard Work
- Visual Management
- Root Cause Analysis
- 5S
- A3 Problem Solving
- Value Stream Mapping
- Daily Management Systems
- Continuous Improvement methodologies

Project Management

Lead site-level strategic improvement projects from inception to completion.
Develop project plans, timelines, risk assessments, and stakeholder communication plans.
Track and report project progress to site leadership.
Ensure sustainability plans are established and maintained following project implementation.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing, operational excellence, continuous improvement, engineering, quality, or related functions.
Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
Experience leading cross-functional projects and improvement initiatives.
Advanced analytical and data interpretation skills.
Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI, Excel, and data analysis tools.

Preferred Qualifications

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt Certification.
Medical device, pharmaceutical, or regulated manufacturing industry experience.
Experience with FDA-regulated environments.
Knowledge of BD Excellence (BDEX) systems and methodologies.
Proven success leading plant-wide transformation projects.
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

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 visithttps://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 TX - El Paso - Northwestern Dr.

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Success Profile

What sets successful Engineering and R&D professionals apart? You're likely to thrive if you are:

Analytical
Collaborative
Curious
Detail-oriented
Inventive
Problem-solver

Ready for your next challenge?

This is an environment for engineers who want to think boldly and execute with precision. You'll have the opportunity to influence design decisions, contribute across the full product lifecycle and see how your work moves from concept to real-world impact – backed by the scale of a global MedTech leader.

Hear from one of our BD Innovators about how BD uses cutting-edge AI and machine learning to power decisions that improve patient outcomes and expand access to care. This is where your work drives real-time impact across the globe.

Hear from Our Associates

"BD is a big, global company so don't be afraid to connect with and reach out to others. There is so much to learn here, and the company does an amazing job of helping people develop and grow. I'd also offer to become like a sponge and soak up as much knowledge as you can and put your Career Blueprint to work for you. I really love my job and am so grateful to work at BD."

Elaheh Alizadeh

Director, R&D – San Diego, CA, United States
"I think we have something like more than 30 different countries represented by those working within the Research Centre Ireland, which is impressive and one of my favourite things about BD. I work with electrical, mechanical engineers, scientists and so many others – it's wonderful to see and hear so many different perspectives during the day."

Balaguru Palanivel

Staff Software Test Engineer – Limerick, Ireland
"I continue to be amazed at how we keep innovating in the Med Tech space. We constantly evaluate how to bring even more solutions to healthcare professionals, how to increase the efficiency of our technologies, all while keeping the patient impact in mind. Not only have I found meaningful work at BD, but a place where I feel I can thrive."

Rob Swanda

Staff Engineer – San Diego, CA, United States
"During my interview, I learned how much of an impact our infusion solutions have across the world and I was impressed because whether it's analgesics, cancer treatments, anesthesia or other treatments, the likelihood of someone within your own family using our product is high. Contributing to the creation of products that have the ability to make such a big impact in healthcare is a great feeling. I love my role at BD."

Simon Bello

Senior Director, R&D – San Diego, CA, United States