Becton, Dickinson and Company

Sr Staff Systems Engineer

Becton, Dickinson and Company • $120K — $145K *
Durham, NC 27713In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM field.
  • 8+ years of systems engineering experience, focusing on electromechanical and robotics products.
  • Expertise across the entire product development lifecycle for complex systems.
  • Proficient in requirements management tools such as DOORS or Jama Connect.
  • Skilled in risk management methodologies and tools.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Effective communicator with leadership skills for cross-team collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Lead systems engineering for vial and central solutions products from concept to post-market support.
  • Define and document system requirements, architecture, and design to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Conduct system-level analysis, including risk assessments and failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA).
  • Develop and execute verification and validation plans to ensure thorough system testing.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for seamless product development and integration.
  • Mentor junior engineers to promote a culture of innovation and excellence.
  • Troubleshoot complex system-level issues using root cause analysis techniques.
  • Enhance systems engineering processes and tools for continuous improvement.

Benefits

  • Emphasis on on-site collaboration for creativity and effective problem-solving.
  • Minimum of 4 days in-office presence to maintain team culture.
  • Flexibility in work-life balance recognized and accommodated.
  • Opportunities for technical leadership and mentorship in a dynamic environment.
Full Job Description
Job Summary:
The Sr Staff Systems Engineer will play a pivotal role in the design, development, and maintenance of pharmacy automation products in Vial and Central Solutions portfolio within the Pharmacy Automation Business. This individual will lead technical initiatives, ensure system integrity and performance, and drive continuous improvement within a regulated environment.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Lead the systems engineering activities within the vial and central solutions portfolio products throughout their lifecycle, from concept to post-market support.
  • Define and document system requirements, architecture, and design specifications, ensuring compliance with general US based regulatory standards.
  • Perform complex system-level analysis, including risk assessments, failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), and hazard analysis.
  • Develop and execute comprehensive verification and validation plans and protocols, ensuring robust system testing.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with software, hardware, and other cross-functional teams to ensure seamless product development and integration.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex system-level issues, applying root cause analysis techniques.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of systems engineering processes and tools.
  • Represent the systems engineering function in technical reviews, design discussions, and regulatory audits.


Requires Skills/Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related STEM.
  • 8+ years of progressive experience in systems engineering, with a significant portion in the electromechanical and robotics products
  • Demonstrated expertise in all phases of the product development lifecycle for complex systems.
  • Proficiency in requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS, Jama Connect).
  • Experience with risk management methodologies and tools.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities, with the capacity to influence and collaborate effectively across teams.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a highly collaborative team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.


Preferred Skills/Experience:
  • Master's degree preferred.


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.

Primary Work Location
USA NC - Durham - Roche Drive

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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
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