Becton, Dickinson and Company

Senior Supplier Development Engineer

Becton, Dickinson and Company • $105K — $168K *
Irvine, CA 92620In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required; Biomedical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
  • 4+ years of relevant engineering experience with a Bachelor's Degree, or 3+ years with a Master's.
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite and MS Project; CAD experience preferred.
  • Strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Basic understanding of statistical techniques and engineering principles.

Responsibilities

  • Lead manufacturing process optimization using engineering methods like Six Sigma and Lean.
  • Drive complex experiments to validate manufacturing processes and analyze results.
  • Collaborate with suppliers on process development and validation.
  • Initiate and manage part qualification plans and reporting.
  • Train and guide lower-level employees on complex procedures.
  • Oversee manufacturing support tasks and coordinate technician efforts.
  • Lead project planning to meet customer expectations and resolve compliance issues.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities.
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment.
  • Chance to work on cutting-edge technology in the medical device field.
  • Opportunity to influence engineering practices and supplier relationships.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Lead in the identification and ensure implementation of opportunities to optimize/improve manufacturing processes including using engineering methods (e.g., SIX Sigma and LEAN methods) employing technical design skills to re-design/design of and ensure equipment, tools, fixtures, etc. are up to standards
  • Drive the development and manage the execution of complex experiments and tests (including writing and executing protocols) on a simple product line to qualify and validate manufacturing processes; analyze results, make recommendations, and develop reports
  • Collaborate with first & second-tier suppliers on process development and process validation including IQ/OQ/PQ/TMVs.
  • Initiate and execute part qualification plan and reports.
  • Train, coach, and guide lower-level employees on more complex procedures
  • Oversee manufacturing support tasks; give instruction to engineers/ technicians on conducting tests; train engineers/ technicians and provide feedback; and coordinate engineer/ technician work
  • Lead and establish complex project plans to ensure deliverables are completed to customer's expectations, using project management tools (e.g., Project Plan, Risk Analysis, etc.)
  • Analyze and resolve complex Manufacturing and Compliance issues (e.g., CAPA, non-conformances, audit observations)
  • Lead supplier related notification of changes (NOCs) including end of life (EOL) components and sub-assemblies to maintain fluid supply chain of finished products.
  • Responsible for inspection method fixture development and implementation at contract manufacturer's receiving inspection & sub-tier suppliers' outgoing inspection.
  • Develop training and documentation materials (e.g., work instructions) for production to enable the seamless knowledge transfer of project and manufacturing processes
  • Collaborate with internal cross-functional teams, including Regulatory, Quality, Supply Chain, and R&D.
  • Able to identify appropriate equipment, develop inspection methods, and fixtures to inspect or test Critical-to-Quality features. Perform appropriate Gauge Studies and statistical analysis to verify acceptability.
  • Ability to read, interpret and modify 2D drawings & 3D CAD to ensure manufacturability and serve as a conduit between supplier and design teams.
  • Demonstrate structured problem-solving approach for technical and logistical issues.
  • Other incidental duties


Requirements

Education & Experience
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required; Biomedical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
  • Minimum of 4 years of relevant engineering experience with a Bachelor's Degree, or 3 years of relevant engineering experience with a Master's Degree.


Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
  • Proven expertise in usage of MS Office Suite, including MS Project; CAD experience preferred (if applicable).
  • Strong documentation, communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal relationship skills, including consultative and relationship management skills.
  • Basic understanding of statistical techniques.
  • Previous experience working with lab and/or industrial equipment required (if applicable).
  • Substantial understanding and knowledge of engineering principles, theories, and concepts.
  • Strong problem-solving, organizational, analytical, and critical-thinking skills.
  • Substantial understanding of processes and equipment used in assigned work.
  • Experience with Design of Experiments (DOE) and manufacturing process improvement preferred.
  • Experience supporting manufacturing line setup, optimization, and troubleshooting preferred.
  • Experience working directly with suppliers and external partners.
  • Good leadership skills and ability to influence change.
  • Knowledge of applicable FDA regulations for the medical device industry.
  • Strict attention to detail.
  • Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels, suppliers, and external stakeholders.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to resolve conflicts and drive solutions through collaboration and effective communication.
  • Must be able to work in a team environment, including inter-departmental teams, and serve as a key contact representing the organization on contracts, projects, and supplier initiatives.
  • Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others, as well as protecting the environment and preventing pollution under their span of influence and control.


Primary Work Location
USA CA - Irvine Laguna Canyon

Salary Range Information
$105,500.00 - $168,800.00 USD Annual

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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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Size
75,000 employees
Market Cap
$72 billion
Industry
Healthcare
Net Income
$1.6 billion
Founded
1897
5 Year Trend
+9.3%
Revenue
$18.2 billion
NASDAQ
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