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Job ID R-519590 Date posted 06/09/2025

Job Description Summary

The Field Service Engineer 1 for BD Pyxis Dispensing Devices is accountable for independently providing efficient and effective field service support to all BD dispensing customers within a given territory in a timely manner, including, but not limited to service and repair, preventative maintenance, calibration,
installations, and limited cross-functional support for Sales and Implementation teams

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. 

Job Title: Field Service Engineer 1
The BD family is seeking responsible and committed people to join our team of professional Field Service  Engineers for the support of the BD Medication Management solutions (MMS) automated dispensing  segment. The BD Pyxis brand combines shown technology with actionable intelligence to prevent  medication errors, help free up clinician time to focus on patient care, increase the predictability of  medication availability and reduce inefficiencies in the medication use process. At almost every point in  the medication use process, safety and efficiency can be increased with the comprehensive capabilities  of the Pyxis medication management system. Learn more at: 
https://www.bd.com/en-us/offerings/capabilities/medication-and-supply-management/medicationand-supply-management-technologies


The Field Service Engineer is a remote field-based position with daily travel to our customer locations  within the assigned territory. Ideal candidates will reside within a 30-mile radius of where the position is  based. Company vehicle provided. 5% overnight travel possible and a valid driver’s license is required.

Accountabilities:

  • They will provide remote and on-site technical support for BD Pyxis automated dispensing systems located within hospitals and other healthcare facilities within the region and in accordance with our customer support agreements

  • Respond to, evaluate, and prioritize work orders; diagnose, service, and resolve issues regarding proprietary hardware and software system components, retain ownership of the work order, increase issues to the team lead and manager; log, track, and document all work order activity, and be capable of fully supporting all products within the region

  • Implement a preventive maintenance program, provide limited multi-functional support for our Sales and Implementation teams, and other support activities as applicable to the role

  • Demonstrate a sufficient use of competency and a superior ability to solve hardware and software problems

  • Provide efficient field services to all BD customers in a timely manner, including but not limited to installations, in-servicing, repair, preventive maintenance, calibration, and sales support

  • Provide accurate and timely documentation that details field activity, expenses, time distribution and other information as required

  • Continue training and self-development to learn the products and applications of the company for success in the role, advance skills, and attend management approved seminars and training sessions to advance to the next level in 3-5 years

  • Possess and maintain a superior knowledge of corporate and service department procedures and policies, including customer complaint handling and Medical Device Reporting

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma and 3-5 years of a combination of Hardware/Software/IT experience

  • 24x7 on-call experience in a customer-facing/field service environment, required

  • Computer electronics, Windows OS, network experience, required

  • Medical device or electromechanical device service/repair experience, required

  • Customer Support Certification, required

  • Prior experience working as a hospital pharmacy technician or in a hospital Bio-Med environment, a plus

  • Must be able to work within defined processes and methodologies with minimal degree of supervision

  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and meet BD's auto safety standards.

Physical Requirements

  • Lifting requirements - Ability to lift 70 lb. objects from the floor to chest level. 

  • Hand Powered Tools - Ability to operate powered drills, powered screw drivers, and other powered tools. 

  • Manual Tool Manipulation - Ability to turn manual sockets, crescent wrenches, and screw drivers repeatedly over the course of an 8-to-10-hour day. 

  • Ability to sit, kneel, squat, bend, and stand repeatedly in an 8–10-hour period to assemble and repair instrument suites. 

  • Ability to push and pull heavy objects (on casters).

  • Ability to perform fine motor tasks while reaching over the course of an 8–10-hour day. 

  • Ability to drive distances of up to 6 hours, and in adverse weather conditions. 

    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 reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.  

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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At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates—their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You.

Salary or hourly rate ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates’ progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. The salary or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and any step rate pay system of the actual work location, as applicable to the role or position. Salary or hourly pay ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles.

Salary Range Information

$23.80 - $36.80 USD Hourly
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