Systems Engineer II
In-Office, San Diego, CA
- Job ID
- R-553383
- Category
- Engineering
- Location
- San Diego, California
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
Systems Engineer II
Excited to grow your career?
Join an R&D Product Development team at BD!
We are looking for a motivated Systems Engineer II to support the development of innovative medical technologies. This role is ideal for an engineer with a strong foundation in design verification who is interested in expanding their systems engineering expertise across the product development lifecycle.
The Systems Engineer II will work to ensure products meet customer, stakeholder, regulatory, and business needs. The individual will play a key role in planning and executing system-level verification activities while gaining experience in requirements management, risk management, system integration, and product development processes. This position offers a strong growth path toward a broader Systems Engineering leadership role.
Key Responsibilities
Support system-level verification planning, coordination, execution, and documentation activities for new product development and sustaining engineering projects.
Develop, review, and maintain verification protocols, test methods, reports, and traceability documentation.
Translate customer and stakeholder needs into testable system requirements and acceptance criteria.
Participate in system-level risk assessments, hazard analyses, and design reviews to ensure product requirements and risks are adequately verified and validated.
Support requirements development, management, and traceability throughout the product lifecycle.
Collaborate with Reliability, Statistics, Software, Electrical, Mechanical, Quality, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Clinical, and Marketing teams to resolve technical issues and support product development activities.
Contribute to system integration activities and help identify and resolve system-level issues.
Assist in identifying tasks, resources, and technical risks needed to achieve project milestones.
Apply Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) principles and quality engineering practices throughout product development.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in engineering processes, tools, and product development practices.
Required Skills/Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related technical discipline.
1-2+ years of relevant engineering experience, or an equivalent combination of advanced education and engineering experience.
Experience in product testing, design verification, systems engineering, quality engineering, or product development.
Understanding of requirements management and requirements traceability concepts.
Familiarity with risk management methodologies such as FMEA and hazard analysis.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple disciplines.
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to cross-functional teams.
Strong attention to detail.
Preferred Skills/Experience:
Experience in the medical device, healthcare technology, or other regulated industry.
Experience with design verification, validation, system integration testing, or reliability testing.
Experience with requirements management tools.
Familiarity with the product development lifecycle from concept through launch.
Knowledge of Design for Six Sigma (DFSS), statistical analysis, or reliability engineering.
Experience working in Agile or iterative development environments.
Growth Opportunity
This role is designed for an engineer who is passionate about verification and validation and interested in developing broader systems engineering capabilities. Successful candidates will gain experience in requirements engineering, risk management, systems integration, reliability engineering, and product development leadership, creating a pathway toward future Senior Systems Engineer opportunities.
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?
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 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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Primary Work Location
USA CA - San Diego Bldg A&BAdditional Locations
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At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs. You can learn more on our career site under "Our Commitment to You."
Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We regularly review these ranges and factors, such as location, contribute to the range displayed.
Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform it successfully. The salary or hourly rate offered is determined by the role's specific requirements, including any applicable step rate pay system at the work location. Salary or hourly pay ranges are influenced by labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location which may also affect the workplace arrangement of the role.
Salary Range Information
$83,500.00 - $133,500.00 USD AnnualSuccess 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
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"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."
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"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."
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"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."
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"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."
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