Job Description Summary

The Package Engineer will Compete, Innovate and Deliver to lead packaging projects for medical device products in New Product Development through commercialization. The engineer will manage and/or execute all packaging activities for materials, process, design/re-design, equipment and/or validation while exploring cost savings, standardization and efficiency opportunities.

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. 

Summary of Position

The Package Engineer will Compete, Innovate and Deliver to lead packaging projects for medical device products in New Product Development through commercialization.The engineer will manage and/or execute all packaging activities for materials, process, design/re-design, equipment and/or validation while exploring cost savings, standardization and efficiency opportunities.

• Lead new packaging development projects in New Product Development (NPD) teams.

• Collaborate with Product Development, Industrial Design, Marketing, Operations, Sourcing and other internal organizations to develop new packaging to meet consumer and retailer needs.

• Work with internal process and operations and external OEMs to launch with scale up planned for consumer preferred packaging system.

• Translate consumer use requirements into packaging concepts with rapid prototype generations for iterative qualitative testing.

• Actively participates with project teams to drive prototype concepts for qualitative and quantitative research.

• Collaborate with outside suppliers to develop and qualify new packaging components from concept through project stage gate up to launch.

• Develop and own COGS for packaging system components.

• Create and maintain technical documentation such as packaging specifications and test reports.

• Analyzes concepts to ensure that the specifications (Package Performance Specifications) meet the consumer, Marketing, and/or Regulatory requirements.

• Develop custom test methods as needed.

• Stay informed about industry trends, sustainability, innovation developments, etc.

• Travel to suppliers and manufacturing sites for design trials as needed.

• Write testing protocols. Lead appropriate documentation of activities in accordance with existing policies and procedures (Divisions, Corporate, and Regulatory compliance)

• Other duties as assigned by Management.          

Qualifications

Education

• BS in Packaging Engineering or related technical field of study required

Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience or based upon experience

• Consumer Packaged Goods and/or Medical Device experience required

• Experience and passion with med device and/or consumer facing packaging lead concept ideas through NPD to the market

• Drawing experience and proficiency preferred (TOPS, Artios/Auto CAD, Solidworks, etc.)

• Project management preferred

• Manufacturing site exposure a plus

• Experience Design for Six Sigma (DFSS)/Design for Manufacturing (DFM) a plus

• Prototype generation experience a plus

• People management experience a plus

Knowledge and Skills

•  Proven ability to design and lead innovative packaging systems mechanisms.

•  Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, Microsoft Project

• High level of written and communication skills

• Power BI knowledge is a plus

• Spanish Language skills a plus

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Travel

• 25% of the time

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 GA - Covington BMD

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