Becton, Dickinson and Company

Product Development Engineer II

Becton, Dickinson and Company$85K — $110K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS degree in Engineering with at least 2 years of relevant experience.
  • Thorough understanding of the product development process and engineering principles.
  • Proven track record of new product development from concept to commercialization.
  • Ability to lead product design and process development with minimal supervision.
  • Strong problem-solving skills for moderately complex technical issues.
  • Decision-making skills to evaluate options for technical challenges.
  • Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop new and improved medical devices using concurrent engineering.
  • Ensure product designs align with marketing and management objectives.
  • Create project plans and coordinate prototype development and lab testing.
  • Formulate and approve product specifications, materials, and processes.
  • Collaborate with various engineering teams for product production launch.
  • Conduct market research on new materials and design improvements.
  • Engage with clinicians to validate user needs and refine design.
  • Review and analyze product costs to implement cost improvements.
  • Manage design control activities including risk assessment and verification processes.
  • Handle special projects as assigned.

Benefits

  • On-site collaboration fostering creativity and innovation.
  • Minimum of 4 days/week on-site presence to maintain operational excellence.
  • Recognitions of work-life balance with emphasis on flexibility.
  • Contingent employment based on COVID-19 vaccination proof.
Full Job Description

Job Description

Scope and Impact of Position:

Direct project responsibility for design, development of new and improved products. Performance against schedule affects commitments made in the division business plan. Recommends product specifications, drawings, documents and changes as they pertain to any new products or product modifications.

Essential Duties and Position Responsibilities:
  • On a project management assignment basis, uses the concurrent engineering process to design and develop new and improved medical devices.
  • Reviews design objectives with marketing and management and assures product design meets objective.
  • Responsible for supporting the creation of project plans and schedules developed with project teams. Coordinates the development of prototypes and lab testing samples and fixtures.
  • Formulates and approves product specifications, materials, assemblies and processes.
  • Works concurrently with Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality Engineering groups in starting up production of new and improved products.
  • Researches outside market for information on new materials and processes related to the design and the improvement of the Davol product lines.
  • Collaborate with clinicians to determine and validate user needs as well as refine product design.
  • Responsible for reviewing and analyzing costs in order to identify, plan and implement cost improvements. Conducts design review meetings in accordance with procedures.
  • Responsible for communications to supervisor and all levels of management. Performs and/or supervise development testing.
  • Responsible for design control activities, including user needs assessment, product performance specifications, hazards analysis, DFMEA, design verification and validation.
  • Special projects as assigned.


Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills Required:
  • BS degree in Engineering with a minimum of 2 years relevant experience.
  • Complete knowledge of the product development process, engineering principles, concepts, and application.
  • Demonstrated and continuous track record of contributing to the development of new products with exposure to all elements from concept to commercialization.
  • Utilizes technical knowledge to lead the Development and design of products and processes, performs tests, generates technical documents and analyzes problems with limited supervision on projects consisting of moderate technical risk.
  • Provides technical solutions to a wide range of problems of a moderate to high complexity.
  • Makes decisions that require choosing between options to solve moderate to complex technical problems.
  • Ability to travel approximately up to 25%.


KEY RELATIONSHIPS

Internal Relationships:
  • Product Development
  • Marketing
  • Quality Assurance
  • Regulatory Affairs
  • Manufacturing
  • Clinical Affairs
  • AME Engineers
  • Packaging Engineering
  • Sales Force
  • Coop Engineers
  • Technicians
  • Design Engineering
  • Document Control


External Relationships:
  • Machine, Tool and manufacturing
  • Raw material suppliers, custom engineering and mfg. Firms
  • OEM Suppliers of product and product components
  • All external engineering development consultants
  • Clinicians, Medical and research professionals
  • Corporate Legal


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.

Primary Work Location
USA RI - Warwick

Additional Locations

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About Becton, Dickinson and Company

BD is a global technology company that provides diagnostics and technologies for frontliners. Through their solutions and services, they assist scientists in detecting diseases and advanced researchers' on developing diagnoses and therapeutics. BD was established in 1897 by Farleigh Dickinson and Maxwell Becton in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

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Join the innovative world of Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD), a global medical technology company that is actively seeking driven, dedicated professionals to join our team. At BD, we are committed to advancing the world of health by improving medical discovery, diagnostics, and the delivery of care. This commitment provides the foundation for a workplace where you can engage in meaningful work and where job opportunities abound.

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Our team at BD is composed of more than 65,000 associates across the globe. These dedicated professionals work at the intersection of technology and healthcare, where they drive innovation and ensure that we stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry. By joining BD, you will work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry.

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BD is proud to offer competitive benefits that support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. From comprehensive health insurance to employee wellness programs and flexible working arrangements, we prioritize the well-being of our team members. Our inclusive culture encourages networking, continuous learning, and the sharing of ideas in a diverse and welcoming environment.

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