The R&D Associate Staff Engineer will demonstrate and cultivate:

• Accountability: strong and clear accountability for the successful and timely achievement of goals. 

• Ability to assess project / program needs, engage and mentor team members, formulate strategy, build support, and execute; proactively identify and mitigate risks.

• Maintains responsibility for BDG's (Business Development Goals)

• Proposes strategies to build functional capability 

• Represents BD's interests to external policy making stakeholders (E.G. Standards committees)

• Effective Communication: Hold and encourage frequent formal and informal communication within the team and the rest of the organization to ensure dissemination of important information.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate up to VP level

• Final recommendations to decision making committees

• Resolves conflicts within team by facilitating communication

• Organizational Influence: Strong interpersonal influence and persuasion skills; situational awareness; ability to persuade or be persuaded based on evidence with or without authority. 

• Inclusive work environment. Promote and leverage diversity to achieve best outcomes. 

• Decisiveness Despite Ambiguity: Developing agility and action orientated when facing change and uncertainty. 

• Autonomy and Empowerment: ability to lead and mentor others.

• Autonomously drives projects/deliverables.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering and 8+ years of experience in medical device or other regulated industry OR Advanced Degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering.

• Track record of technical problem solving and effective product development. 

• Design controls expertise for Medical or regulated industry experience.

• Proficient in statistical methods / tools

• Proficient in solid mechanics / mechanics of materials

• Familiarity with traditional and modern fabrication techniques

• Knowledge of regulatory standards applicable to design of medical devices, including FDA QSR 21 CFR 820, ISO 13845, ISO14971 and ISO 80369 and collateral standards.

Preferred Qualifications and Knowledge: 

• Graduate degree (MS or Phd) in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering or similar

• 10+ years of post-educational experience in Medical Device

• Sought as an SME (Subject Matter Expert) in one or more areas expertise

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.