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Senior Research & Development Engineer
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The R&D team is seeking an exceptionally talented and passionate individual to identify and implement innovative solutions to address current and future health care needs in the Vascular Access markets. Within BD Medication Delivery Solutions (MDS) Research & Development, this associate will be part of the Salt Lake City R&D team. Our R&D Engineers are responsible for developing and implementing new product designs, product improvements, and critical component changes for disposable and durable medical devices.
The preferred candidate will have strong technical design skills, excellent written and oral skills, and leadership abilities. This candidate should possess the capability to interpret and ensure compliance with local, state, federal and BD safety regulations, quality policies, best practices, and procedures through appropriate communication. This position assists the R&D Engineering Teams in designing, developing, and implementing new products, processes, test methods and equipment.
Job Responsibilities
Lead cross-functional design control activities
Consultant/Department expert with technical expertise and business knowledge
Maintain organizational credibility and knowledge
Guide and direct others within the Department while being results oriented and a project Leader
Initiate new or revised documentation and track through appropriate approval cycles and implementation
Participate and/or lead cross-functional teams
Provide technical support on components, material methods, systems, and equipment
Develop physical and functional test requirements to assure specifications and regulations are met
Write and approve protocols, reports, and data
Oversee testing outlined in protocols and test methods
Coordinate/develop validation studies on equipment and processes
Execute design controls and analyze design inputs
Conduct complaint investigations
Understand and follow company procedures and regulatory requirements
Prepare and submit approval requests for project funding; participate in project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and tracking
Plan and coordinate engineering test builds
Analyze problems in design, process, and test development and recommend solutions
Prepare and present oral and written project updates and technical discussions
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and team members
The duties and responsibilities are representative of the work performed and are not all-inclusive
Essential Knowledge And Qualification Skills
Ability to make and present engineering decisions
Ability to systematically manage multiple projects from initiation through closing; projects may include BD or supplier resources
Specialized engineering skills such as:
Engineering cost analysis
Basic tooling design and drafting knowledge
Analyze and optimize existing processes and create new processes
Create, analyze, and optimize manufacturing and quality systems
Basic product design and prototyping
Train, create and critique training; strong interpersonal skills
Apply comparative statistics
Software application skills
Problem solving ability
Ability to create, review and coordinate test protocols and reports
Ability to generate engineering proposals
Oral and written presentation skills
Ability to lead cross functional teams
Demonstrated ability to create and execute project plans
Ability to manage budget
Desired Knowledge And Qualification Skills
Strong interpersonal and influencing skills
Excellent technical judgment
Effective communication skills
Material science and bioengineering principles
Accountability for successful completion of designated tasks
Team-oriented; understanding of disciplined product development processes and quality requirements
Statistical tools, computer analysis and engineering fundamentals to support sound engineering judgment; Solidworks, Minitab, and FEA experience preferred
DOE and statistical methods
Knowledge of regulatory and quality requirements (21CFR820.30)
Understanding of failure modes for plastics, elastomers, and metals under static and time-variable loading
Experience with clinical studies, human physiology, and simulated product use studies
Experience with contact and non-contact metrology
Knowledge of high-volume manufacturing and assembly processes, especially plastic injection molding, metal stamping and automated assembly techniques
Experience with manufacturing process validation including strategy development, First Article Inspection, and Factory Acceptance Testing
Required Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in STEM (preferably mechanical or biomedical) with 4-6 years of engineering experience in medical devices or an equivalent regulated industry
Or a master’s degree in STEM with 2 years of engineering experience in medical devices or an equivalent regulated industry
4-6 years of experience designing, developing, producing and validating devices and mechanical systems
Travel: 10%
Schedule: 4 days onsite (Mon-Thurs), 1 day remote (Friday)
Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in STEM
Physical Demands This position is in an office and laboratory environment; occasional lifts up to 25 pounds; may require standing for extended periods. Bending, stooping, and reaching are frequently required.
Why Join Us? Bron 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 supports growth and accountability. We aim to help you learn, grow, and become your best self, while making a positive impact on health worldwide.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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.
For more information about BD, visit the BD Careers site.
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at
BD
The R&D team is seeking an exceptionally talented and passionate individual to identify and implement innovative solutions to address current and future health care needs in the Vascular Access markets. Within BD Medication Delivery Solutions (MDS) Research & Development, this associate will be part of the Salt Lake City R&D team. Our R&D Engineers are responsible for developing and implementing new product designs, product improvements, and critical component changes for disposable and durable medical devices.
The preferred candidate will have strong technical design skills, excellent written and oral skills, and leadership abilities. This candidate should possess the capability to interpret and ensure compliance with local, state, federal and BD safety regulations, quality policies, best practices, and procedures through appropriate communication. This position assists the R&D Engineering Teams in designing, developing, and implementing new products, processes, test methods and equipment.
Job Responsibilities
Lead cross-functional design control activities
Consultant/Department expert with technical expertise and business knowledge
Maintain organizational credibility and knowledge
Guide and direct others within the Department while being results oriented and a project Leader
Initiate new or revised documentation and track through appropriate approval cycles and implementation
Participate and/or lead cross-functional teams
Provide technical support on components, material methods, systems, and equipment
Develop physical and functional test requirements to assure specifications and regulations are met
Write and approve protocols, reports, and data
Oversee testing outlined in protocols and test methods
Coordinate/develop validation studies on equipment and processes
Execute design controls and analyze design inputs
Conduct complaint investigations
Understand and follow company procedures and regulatory requirements
Prepare and submit approval requests for project funding; participate in project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and tracking
Plan and coordinate engineering test builds
Analyze problems in design, process, and test development and recommend solutions
Prepare and present oral and written project updates and technical discussions
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and team members
The duties and responsibilities are representative of the work performed and are not all-inclusive
Essential Knowledge And Qualification Skills
Ability to make and present engineering decisions
Ability to systematically manage multiple projects from initiation through closing; projects may include BD or supplier resources
Specialized engineering skills such as:
Engineering cost analysis
Basic tooling design and drafting knowledge
Analyze and optimize existing processes and create new processes
Create, analyze, and optimize manufacturing and quality systems
Basic product design and prototyping
Train, create and critique training; strong interpersonal skills
Apply comparative statistics
Software application skills
Problem solving ability
Ability to create, review and coordinate test protocols and reports
Ability to generate engineering proposals
Oral and written presentation skills
Ability to lead cross functional teams
Demonstrated ability to create and execute project plans
Ability to manage budget
Desired Knowledge And Qualification Skills
Strong interpersonal and influencing skills
Excellent technical judgment
Effective communication skills
Material science and bioengineering principles
Accountability for successful completion of designated tasks
Team-oriented; understanding of disciplined product development processes and quality requirements
Statistical tools, computer analysis and engineering fundamentals to support sound engineering judgment; Solidworks, Minitab, and FEA experience preferred
DOE and statistical methods
Knowledge of regulatory and quality requirements (21CFR820.30)
Understanding of failure modes for plastics, elastomers, and metals under static and time-variable loading
Experience with clinical studies, human physiology, and simulated product use studies
Experience with contact and non-contact metrology
Knowledge of high-volume manufacturing and assembly processes, especially plastic injection molding, metal stamping and automated assembly techniques
Experience with manufacturing process validation including strategy development, First Article Inspection, and Factory Acceptance Testing
Required Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in STEM (preferably mechanical or biomedical) with 4-6 years of engineering experience in medical devices or an equivalent regulated industry
Or a master’s degree in STEM with 2 years of engineering experience in medical devices or an equivalent regulated industry
4-6 years of experience designing, developing, producing and validating devices and mechanical systems
Travel: 10%
Schedule: 4 days onsite (Mon-Thurs), 1 day remote (Friday)
Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in STEM
Physical Demands This position is in an office and laboratory environment; occasional lifts up to 25 pounds; may require standing for extended periods. Bending, stooping, and reaching are frequently required.
Why Join Us? Bron 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 supports growth and accountability. We aim to help you learn, grow, and become your best self, while making a positive impact on health worldwide.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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.
For more information about BD, visit the BD Careers site.
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