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Engineer II - Research and Development

In-Office, Salt Lake City, UT

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Job ID
R-544024
Category
Engineering
Location
Salt Lake City, Utah

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

Summary: 

The R&D Sustaining Engineering team is seeking a talented and passionate individual to help us be the guardian of product performance, quality, and compliance throughout our products lifecycle. This position will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams -R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Marketing, MA and Manufacturing- to troubleshoot issues, implement design changes, and support continuous improvement initiatives. Our R&D Engineers are responsible for developing and implementing new product designs, product improvements, and critical component changes for disposable and durable medical devices. 

Responsibilities: 

  • Participates in the documentation of sustainability and product development risk activities and design controls 

  • Applies engineering principles to solve basic engineering problems 

  • Authors a requirements document for a subsystem or simple component or a section of a requirements document for a larger system 

  • Reports to manager on progress on tasks that were assigned to them; completes management updates as requested by manager 

  • Correctly selects and applies analytical methods to interpret small, well characterized data sets; Able to extract key information and its relative importance from data sets; Able to define conclusions from the data set and present the conclusions logically and in an understandable way for technical individuals 

  • Actively participates in team meetings, makes recommendations, accepts commitments, and delivers commitments 

  • Interacts with product managers and more experienced engineers to understand the business aspects of product development 

  • Is a Participant and contributes on project teams where technical issues and product development challenges had driven unique solutions 

Minimum Requirements: 

  • Bachelor's Degree in S.T.E.M or related field 

  • 2 to 5+ years of professional experience in product engineering 

  • Basic understanding of applicable standards and regulations (e.g., FDA 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, IEC 60601), including design controls, risk management, and documentation. 

  • Experience developing protocols, test methods, statistical analysis, and test report generation 

  • Experience gained in a classroom and/or internship or Co-op setting 

Preferred Skills/Experience: 

  • Master’s degree in S.T.E.M 

  • Experience designing, analyzing, and troubleshooting systems that combine mechanical components, electronics, sensors, and software 

  • Experience in medical devices or another highly regulated manufacturing environment. 

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 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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