We are the people who give possibilities purpose
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.
Functions and Responsibilities
Strategy & Technical Direction
- Define and own global equipment, automation, and process strategies aligned with business and technology roadmaps.
- Establish and approve URS frameworks, design philosophies, and standard architectures.
- Drive platforming, standardization, and harmonization of equipment and processes across sites and BUs.
- Lead evaluation and adoption of new technologies, materials, PLC/automation platforms, and digital manufacturing solutions.
Enterprise Capital & Program Leadership
- Serve as technical authority for large, complex, or multi‑site capital programs.
- Provide executive‑level costing, risk, and feasibility assessments for major investments.
- Influence network and site strategy, ensuring long‑term sustainability and scalability.
- Own technical decision‑making for non‑standard or high‑risk solutions.
Supplier & Governance Ownership
- Act as global interface to strategic suppliers, shaping sourcing and technology strategy.
- Set expectations for vendor performance, technical capability, lifecycle support, and IP protection.
- Approve technical content of vendor contracts and tooling strategies.
- Lead governance for supplier technical issues and escalations.
Validation, Risk & Design Governance
- Define qualification and validation strategies (FAT/SAT/IQ/OQ/PQ/PVAL) for critical systems.
- Chair or approve technical design reviews, FMEAs, and risk mitigation plans.
- Ensure global consistency in quality, safety, reliability, and compliance.
- Set expectations for documentation rigor and traceability.
Organizational Leadership
- Serve as a trusted advisor to Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Business leadership.
- Mentor and develop Senior and Staff‑in‑progress engineers, strengthening EDI capability.
- Lead cross‑BU forums in assembly, automation, equipment modernization, and innovation.
- Represent GIE EDI in audits, governance boards, and enterprise initiatives.
Post‑Ramp Performance & Continuous Improvement
- Own post‑ramp performance governance for critical equipment platforms.
- Drive systemic improvements in OEE, reliability, yield, cost, and lifecycle management.
- Translate lessons learned into next‑generation standards and designs.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
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Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Manufacturing, or equivalent). Equivalent combinations of advanced hands‑on technical expertise, demonstrated leadership, and years of service may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.
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Minimum of 10 years of progressive engineering experience, with demonstrated leadership in equipment design, automation, and process integration within high‑volume manufacturing environments. Strong preference for experience supporting automated manufacturing and packaging systems; experience in medical devices, in‑vitro diagnostics, or pharmaceutical manufacturing is highly valued.
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Proven track record of leading the introduction of new equipment and technologies into manufacturing, including sustained post‑ramp performance support. Demonstrated end‑to‑end understanding of capital programs spanning concept development, scoping, budgeting, URS development, supplier quoting, capital proposals, vendor management, installation, qualification, validation, and production ramp‑up.
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Extensive experience driving process improvement, modernization, and automation initiatives, delivering measurable improvements in OEE, quality, cost, scalability, and reliability through equipment and process design excellence.
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Strong working knowledge of labeling, printing, and barcode specifications, including regulatory considerations and integration into automated manufacturing and packaging systems; experience performing packaging and labeling cost analyses to support business case development and standardization initiatives.
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Operates with general direction and significant autonomy, independently defining technical approaches, resolving complex problems, and driving solutions aligned with GIE EDI strategies and standards.
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Deep technical expertise in complex manufacturing equipment and tooling systems, including mechanical design, automation, PLC programming, and controls integration. Ability to evaluate, influence, and approve equipment architectures and design approaches.
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Advanced proficiency in CAD tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks or equivalent), with the ability to review, guide, and approve vendor and internal designs for compliance, manufacturability, and standardization.
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Strong technical project leadership skills, including planning, organization, execution, and oversight of capital budgets related to equipment, tooling, molds, and verification activities.
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Demonstrated mastery of structured problem‑solving and data‑driven decision making, including root cause analysis, statistical analysis, SPC, and risk‑based methodologies.
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Extensive experience applying risk analysis techniques, including FMEA, to proactively identify, mitigate, and govern technical and operational risks across equipment lifecycles.
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Comprehensive understanding of GMP, ISO standards, FDA‑regulated quality systems, and Lean Manufacturing principles, with the ability to ensure consistent application across sites and suppliers.
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Proven ability to lead end‑to‑end engineering programs, including new product introductions, equipment launches, and process transitions at BD manufacturing sites and external suppliers.
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Recognized capability to identify chronic performance or quality issues, lead cross‑functional root cause investigations, and implement sustainable corrective and preventive actions.
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Strong governance mindset with demonstrated accountability for the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of standards, procedures, and operational documentation.
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Ability to develop and maintain complex qualification and validation schedules, balancing multiple conflicting priorities across projects, sites, and stakeholders.
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Effective leader of cross‑functional and inter‑departmental teams, ensuring timely execution of strategic initiatives and special projects.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all organizational levels. Fully bilingual proficiency required.
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Experienced in training and coaching supervisors, engineers, and operators, supporting deployment of new equipment, methods, and standard work.
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Proficient with engineering and business tools, including CAD software, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project; working knowledge of Minitab or equivalent statistical tools strongly preferred.
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Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally (up to ~25%), supporting global EDI initiatives, site launches, supplier engagements, and governance activities
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 healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
To learn more about BD visithttps://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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