Job Description Summary

Primary focus of this position is to assist and lead R&D engineer medical device testing. This would include building units for engineering; performing testing, collecting and analyzing data, and performing other engineering laboratory duties.

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. 

Essential / Key Job Responsibilities:

• Testing: Set up test equipment for testing to protocols. Perform tests by following instructions, test methods, or procedures from engineering. Collect data and record test results. Analyze, organize, and present test data to the team as necessary in a reportable format. Assist in the execution of test protocols and procedures. Coordinate and manage testing of protocols.

• Documentation: Assist, prepare, develop, and implement documentation including work instructions, standard operating procedures, technical reports, change requests and formal test protocols and reports which comply with GMP and Quality requirements.

• Materials/Inventory Logistics: Generate purchase orders, coordinate orders and deliveries with vendors. Manage R&D stock including monitoring material and test inventory, shipping materials/receiving materials including to/from sterilization, ship testing and conditioning for R&D products, preparing commercial invoices and liaising with internal Customs specialists.

• Test Method Development: Review test methods during test method development and assist with test method validations.

• Product Builds: Assist, coordinate, track and build product part or prototypes builds for engineering evaluation, validation, and pre-clinical and clinical studies.

• Process Development: Assist in new process development for new or existing medical devices and processes, supporting tooling and equipment development.

• Supervisory/Mentoring/Coaching: Peer-peer coaching other technicians as needed. Oversee activities of junior technicians in conjunction with their Engineering supervisor.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience working in a laboratory or a controlled manufacturing environment; knowledge of good documentation practices.

• Ability to operate lab equipment with practical and technical knowledge of common lab instrumentation and equipment used for testing, such as tensile, pressure, electrical, or vision measurement systems.

• Critical thinking skills that can be applied to experimental design, interpreting data, critically analyzing processes, and exploring creative solutions. Exposure to statistical analysis is a plus.

• Attention to detail and good organizational skills.

• Proficient in computer skills (MS Windows, MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates degree (or higher) in a STEM field.

• Technical design (fixture, equipment, and testing) and/or rapid prototyping techniques.

Education and/or Experience:

• Minimum of a Highschool Diploma/GED.  Associates degree (or higher) in a STEM field preferred.

• Experience: Minimum 5-8 years of experience in R&D, manufacturing, or laboratory environment, or Associate's degree in a STEM field with 3-4 years' experience in R&D, manufacturing, or laboratory environment; preferably in medical device or another regulated environment (e.g., pharmaceuticals, aviation, automotive, defense, semiconductor).

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use sight, and use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools, controls, and office equipment. The employee frequently is required to verbally communicate with other associates. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel or crouch. 

Work Environment:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be in an open cubicle environment.  Candidate must be able to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment. BD is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that values and actively seeks diversity in the workforce. On occasion the employee may work in a preclinical setting like an animal lab, cadaver lab or attend clinical case observations.

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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Primary Work Location

USA AZ - Tempe Headquarters

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