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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. 

The Senior Engineer , Sustaining executes specific and general assignments / projects that provide innovative, functional and cost-effective solutions to support product development and commercialization in a team based environment. The Senior Engineer is responsible for ensuring that products are designed for manufacturing and that robust processes are in place to scale up manufacturing for commercialization. In addition, the Senior Engineer will support existing BD products and product families through adherence to established quality, design control processes and good engineering practices.

Essential Duties and Position Responsibilities:

• Work on functional and cost-effective solutions to support product development and commercialization in a team-based environment.

• Ability to manage and support maintenance of existing products through Life cycle management including resolving technical issues, implementing design changes for product enhancements, and manage product updates and manufacturing process changes for achieving cost savings

• Ability to work with external suppliers and various internal BD sites in engaging and leading process transfers and vertical integration focused on being the technical liaison

• Ability to verify work product to minimize errors and ensure compliance to the BD Quality system.

• Apply knowledge of general engineering principles, materials, design for manufacturing, DFMEA, PFMEA and process reliability to achieve product design requirements. 

• Work with upstream R&D, Marketing, Quality and Manufacturing stakeholders to identify manufacturing, material and/or product improvement opportunities and provide innovative product, system and component solutions.

• Perform detailed design and process analysis and provide input or approval for detailed component and equipment specifications.

• Analysis of new manufacturing processes to identify opportunities to improve for implementation within the timelines laid out for the overall project.

• Coordinate commercialization of new products and/or processes with manufacturing sites.

• Assist in developing and monitoring project plan, budget, contingency plans and work estimation.

• Provide technical leadership to product development teams in cost savings, sustaining, or design transfer activities.

• Coordinate integration of complex sub-system product designs into manufacturing processes.

• Other responsibilities may be assigned and not all responsibilities listed may be assigned.

Required Competencies:

• Education: BS Engineering degree required( preferably Mechanical, Chemical or Biomechanical Engineering). and MS Engineering preferred

Skills

• 5+ years of product & process engineering and sustaining engineering experience required in medical device or pharmaceutical industry working in a team-based environment.

Additional required skills:

• Outstanding leadership capabilities with the innate talent to work in a cross-functional team environment.

• Knowledge of Design controls and change management

• Experience working with external and internal mfg. sites and day to day coordination with mfg. stakeholders(engineers and supervisors etc.)

• Project management and Leadership skills.

• Prior experience in leading and supporting sustaining projects preferred

• Ability to communicate effectively through multiple modes in order to address project needs.

• Effective team interpersonal skills.

• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong decision making and problem-solving skills and outstanding interpersonal relationship and people skills.

• Able to adapt to shifting priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.

• Able to take initiative and be self-managed.

• Practical, hands-on approach to problem solving.

• Ability to travel up to 30% domestically

Experience

• Experience with product and process development in the medical device and/or pharmaceutical industry required

• This role will also require outstanding technical project management capabilities with the innate talent to work in a cross-functional team environment as a subject matter expert

• Experience with statistical analysis techniques and technical writing (beyond templated IQ/OQ/PQ documents).

• Experience with design for manufacturing highly desired.

• Experience participating in process efficiency improvement technology transfer into base business, or cost reduction projects is highly desired.

• Process Excellence training or certification would be highly desired (ex. Six Sigma, Lean Green or Black Belt).

• Demonstrated capability in translating customer needs into design requirements.

• Experience in quality, statistical process control, and conflict analysis & resolution.

• Knowledge and understanding of ISO (International Organization for Standardization) and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).

Key Relationships

Internal Relationships:

Process Engineers                                        Facilities Engineers

Development / Design Engineers            Manufacturing Engineers

Quality Assurance Engineers                     Documentation Control           

Marketing Product Managers                     Technicians

Production Management                             Regulatory Associates

External Relationships:

Suppliers                                                           Tool / Mold Vendors           

Consultants                                                       Contractor

PRIMARY LOCATION: North America- United States-Illinois-Vernon Hills

JOB FUNCTION: Product Engineering

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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