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Sr. Program Manager R&D

BD, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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Job Summary 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.

As Sr. Program Manager of Released Product Management, 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 core 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.

Key Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership for multiple complex medical device platforms in the post‑market environment

Lead hardware engineering staffing and resource allocation

Drive execution of high‑quality Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs)

Develop engineering talent through strategic hiring and training initiatives

Manage technical analysis for End‑of‑Life (EOL) product replacements

Lead proactive analysis of legacy specifications to enable production scale‑up

Implement best‑in‑class R&D tools, processes and standards

Develop comprehensive project plans and timelines aligned with business priorities

Drive innovative problem resolution at an accelerated pace

Collaborate with functional leaders to assign engineering resources for pre‑and post‑market portfolio goals

Mentor, develop, and manage performance of engineering talent

Required Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in an engineering field (Mechanical, Systems, Physics, Electrical, Biomedical, Software)

10+ years of progressive responsibility in R&D technical engineering roles or PhD in a relevant engineering subject area with 3‑5 years of industry experience

Experience leading multi‑disciplinary engineering teams

Project management experience with complex systems

Strong analytical, decision‑making, and problem‑solving skills

Outstanding written and oral communication skills

Ability to lead complex programs in partnership with matrix organizations and external suppliers

Business acuity and customer‑centric approach

Willingness to travel 10‑20% (domestic and international)

Experience with regulated industries (FDA, Automotive, Industrial, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in an engineering discipline

Familiarity with Mechatronics Analysis & Design

Experience with proven design processes (e.g., DFSS) across multiple programs

Experience leading global teams

Experience in both pre‑market and post‑market development activities

Experience in regulated industries (FDA, Automotive, Industrial, etc.)

Benefits & Perks At BD, we prioritize on‑site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem‑solving, 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 while recognizing the importance of flexibility and work‑life balance. Remote and field‑based positions will have different workplace arrangements 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 required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers

EEO Statement 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, affection, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally‑protected characteristics.

Salary Range Information $155,900.00 - $257,300.00 USD Annual

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