Job ID R-508938 Date posted January 30, 2025

Be part of something bigger at BD. Here, you’ll join a driven, agile engineering team working in a startup-like environment that has the backing and resources of a Fortune 500 company. In engineering, you could be involved in everything from operations, production and construction to information technology and maintenance environments, all while analyzing and developing solutions to further our engineering capabilities. You’ll use your talent and track record of solving complex problems to achieve one singular goal: advancing the world of health™. At BD, you can make a true difference of one.

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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. 

BD Medical is among the world's leading suppliers of medical devices and a leading innovator in injection- and infusion-based drug delivery. We are passionate about providing innovative solutions to reduce the spread of infection, improve diabetes treatment and advance drug delivery. With our technical capabilities, the Medication Management Solutions (MMS) team are able to manage multiple systems and our operational capabilities enable us to have medications available when and where needed, reducing inefficiency and waste for nursing and pharmacy teams.

As the AssociateDirector, R&D – you will manage activities across a complex Infusion Platform(s) within our MMS R&D Global organization. As a key strategic and technical leader, you will lead a number of teams that drive business growth, primarily through sustaining products, while collaborating with peer leaders across the organization. Work will include managing on-market product activity that drive sustainable growth within the MMS Infusion business.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Technical leader for multiple complex medical device platforms and important sub-projects with responsibilities for large elements of the product development effort in the post market environment.

  • Lead technical team through the execution of high quality CAPAs and represent R&D in audits.

  • Continuously Improve engineering organization by growing key skills within the team through hiring or training

  • Lead technical team through proactive analysis of legacy specifications and tool conditioning to enable production scale up

  • Provide technical leadership, to direct and in-direct reports, with the ability to deep dive into technical issues.

  • Implement best-in-class R&D tools, processes & standards within the development platform.

  • Lead in the development of project plans and timelines for product delivery. Create Product Development goals which are linked with business priorities and traced to individual engineering responsibilities.

  • Drive and lead innovative problem resolution at an accelerated pace.

  • Work in a development environment which supports both organic and inorganic development opportunities

  • Lead and work with Functional Leaders to assign engineering disciplines to achieve pre and post market portfolio goals. Work with other leaders to mentor, develop and performance manage talent assigned to post market activities.

Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor of Science in an engineering field (Mechanical, Systems, Physics, Electrical, Biomedical, Software) required. Master's degree or PhD preferred.

  • At least 10 years of growing responsibility in R & D technical engineering roles or a PhD in a relevant engineering discipline with 3-5 years of industry experience, with extensive, successful experience in product development and a clear understanding of quality management systems.

  • Regulated industry experience (FDA, Automotive, Industrial, etc.)

  • Familiarity with Mechatronics Analysis & Design.

  • Experience leading a team of multi-disciplinary engineers in both pre and post market development activities

  • Project management experience for complex systems.

  • Experience in a proven design process (e.g. DFSS) over multiple programs.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Ability to lead complex programs which are developed in partnership with a matrixed organization and external technical suppliers.

  • Outstanding written and oral communication skills required. Experience leading global teams is a strong plus.

  • Ability to mentor and develop talent for current and future needs and will positively align talent decisions to strategic plans.

  • Demonstrated analytical, decision making, prioritization and problem-solving skills.

  • Strong business acuity and customer centricity.

  • Willingness to travel up to 10-20% (domestic and international).

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/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of 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, or any other protected status. 

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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.

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$166,500.00 - $274,800.00 USD Annual
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Advancing the world of health™

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world and is advancing the world of health™ by improving medical discovery, diagnostics and the delivery of care. BD helps customers enhance outcomes, lower costs, increase efficiencies, improve safety and expand access to health care.

As a new employee what I like most about BD are the many learning and professional developmental opportunities for growth offered. It is good to know that there are so many resources to choose from.


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Staff Engineer

Since joining BD, I really have liked the people I work with on a daily basis and the collaboration towards common goals.


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Senior Program Manager

BD is full of passionate, loyal, and driven people that have a common goal of advancing healthcare without sacrificing quality or service.


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