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BD Job Description Summary The Manufacturing Textile Engineer will provide technical leadership and engineering support in textile-based manufacturing processes for medical devices. This role will contribute to sustaining engineering initiatives, continuous improvement, and new product introductions by leveraging expertise in textile materials, processing, and characterization. The engineer will interface cross-functionally to ensure processes meet quality, cost, and performance targets. Responsibilities
Plan, coordinate, and execute manufacturing engineering projects related to textile components. Partner with technicians and operators to improve textile manufacturing processes, including knitting, weaving, coating, and finishing. Document setup and troubleshooting procedures to support efficient textile equipment operation. Develop and validate manufacturing processes (IQ/OQ/PQ) for textile-based products. Lead DOE, process characterizations, and cost reduction initiatives for textile operations. Interface with product development, quality, procurement, and operations teams to align design and manufacturing goals. Provide technical input in design reviews focused on textile components and assemblies. Support new vendor qualification for textile materials and manage tooling/fixture development. Participate in root cause investigations for textile-related complaints and drive corrective/preventive actions. Ensure compliance with GMPs, ISO standards, and the site’s quality management system. Apply Lean and Six Sigma principles to optimize textile manufacturing workflows. Drive documentation improvements, equipment relocations, and preventative maintenance strategies. Contribute to operator training and validation documentation related to textile operations. Ensure accurate process documentation and labor standard maintenance for textile processes. Education and Experience
BS degree in Textile Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field required. Experience with textile or flexible composite manufacturing. Strong knowledge of textile materials, processing (e.g., knitting, weaving, heat setting), and testing. Demonstrated ability to lead projects and cross-functional teams in a regulated environment. Familiarity with process validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), GMPs, and risk management tools. Demonstrated proficiency with tooling and design, machinery, assembly fixtures, equipment and tooling procurement and design. Desirable Qualifications
Medical device experience. Work Arrangement and Benefits
BD emphasizes on-site collaboration to foster creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week is expected to maintain our culture of excellence, while also recognizing flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements indicated in the job posting. Employment may be contingent upon documentation of vaccination against COVID-19 where required by location, and BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy will apply where relevant. Why Join Us?
A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions, encourages you to bring your authentic self to work, and promotes learning and growth. We strive to help you reinvent the future of health and find satisfaction in contributing to a better world. For more information about BD, visit our Careers site. Salary Information
Salary Range:
$80,600.00 - $133,000.00 USD Annual Primary Work Location:
USA NJ - Delran
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Textile Engineer
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BD Job Description Summary The Manufacturing Textile Engineer will provide technical leadership and engineering support in textile-based manufacturing processes for medical devices. This role will contribute to sustaining engineering initiatives, continuous improvement, and new product introductions by leveraging expertise in textile materials, processing, and characterization. The engineer will interface cross-functionally to ensure processes meet quality, cost, and performance targets. Responsibilities
Plan, coordinate, and execute manufacturing engineering projects related to textile components. Partner with technicians and operators to improve textile manufacturing processes, including knitting, weaving, coating, and finishing. Document setup and troubleshooting procedures to support efficient textile equipment operation. Develop and validate manufacturing processes (IQ/OQ/PQ) for textile-based products. Lead DOE, process characterizations, and cost reduction initiatives for textile operations. Interface with product development, quality, procurement, and operations teams to align design and manufacturing goals. Provide technical input in design reviews focused on textile components and assemblies. Support new vendor qualification for textile materials and manage tooling/fixture development. Participate in root cause investigations for textile-related complaints and drive corrective/preventive actions. Ensure compliance with GMPs, ISO standards, and the site’s quality management system. Apply Lean and Six Sigma principles to optimize textile manufacturing workflows. Drive documentation improvements, equipment relocations, and preventative maintenance strategies. Contribute to operator training and validation documentation related to textile operations. Ensure accurate process documentation and labor standard maintenance for textile processes. Education and Experience
BS degree in Textile Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field required. Experience with textile or flexible composite manufacturing. Strong knowledge of textile materials, processing (e.g., knitting, weaving, heat setting), and testing. Demonstrated ability to lead projects and cross-functional teams in a regulated environment. Familiarity with process validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), GMPs, and risk management tools. Demonstrated proficiency with tooling and design, machinery, assembly fixtures, equipment and tooling procurement and design. Desirable Qualifications
Medical device experience. Work Arrangement and Benefits
BD emphasizes on-site collaboration to foster creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week is expected to maintain our culture of excellence, while also recognizing flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements indicated in the job posting. Employment may be contingent upon documentation of vaccination against COVID-19 where required by location, and BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy will apply where relevant. Why Join Us?
A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions, encourages you to bring your authentic self to work, and promotes learning and growth. We strive to help you reinvent the future of health and find satisfaction in contributing to a better world. For more information about BD, visit our Careers site. Salary Information
Salary Range:
$80,600.00 - $133,000.00 USD Annual Primary Work Location:
USA NJ - Delran
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