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Job Description SummaryWe value our talented employees, and whenever possible strive to help one of our associates grow professionally before recruiting new talent to our open positions. If you think the open position you see is right for you, we encourage you to apply!Our people make all the difference in our success.BD is a global medical technology company that is focused on improving drug therapies, enhancing the quality and speed of diagnosing infectious diseases and advancing research and discovery of new drugs and vaccines. BD has state-of-the-art facilities around the globe that provide an environment which enables our highly talented workforce to be the best at their professions. We hire associates who have a passion and commitment to "together, advancing the world of health". We are always seeking great people to join our company on its journey to greatness.About MDSAt Medication Delivery Solutions, we are committed to enhancing patient and clinical outcomes by transforming parenteral medication preparation and administration. To accomplish this, we are relentlessly focused on: Eliminating complications Reducing cost Improving safety for our patients and providers Enabling access to better care around the worldOur customers—healthcare workers from hospitals to non-acute sites such as doctor’s offices, outpatient surgery centers, clinics and rehabilitation centers, as well as public health agencies—use more than 15 billion units of MDS products every year.Job DescriptionThe BD Medical – Medication Delivery Solutions (MDS) V&V team is seeking a highly talented and passionate individual to help the team identify innovative solutions to address current and future health care needs in the medication delivery markets. The incumbent will join the Verification & Validation Test Engineering team as a Senior Engineer, providing technical leadership and support to a cross-functional team. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting product verification activities and will lead test method development activities, measurement system development & analyses, test fixture design and equipment hardware/software validation of measurement system equipment. He/she will ensure that translated product requirements are testable and measurable. The ideal candidate will also participate in executing technical and cross-functional project work which may include all phases of product development, including design and development planning, requirements definition, product development, root cause analysis, test method development, and design verification/validation.Responsibilities:Specific responsibilities will include the following as well as other duties as assigned:
Define, plan and lead activities, including, test method & measurement system development and validation, fixture design and testing optimization in support of Design Verification.
Participate in the planning and execution of technical project work. This will involve the application of engineering first principles and advanced engineering methods to gain deep understanding of the underlying technical issues, and to propose and implement robust solutions.
Collaborate with Design & Development, Systems Engineering and V&V Engineering teams to ensure that product requirements are testable and measurable.
Create and document novel test methodologies and provide feedback and recommendations for product/design changes.
Resolve technical problems. Identify or create solutions for technical problems using systematic problem-solving and statistical methodologies.
Use DFSS tools throughout the measurement system development process to improve method selection decisions and reduce method development iteration cycle times.
Conduct and encourage frequent formal and informal communication with the team to ensure full engagement and efficient operation.
Actively build on personal skills, expertise, and competencies. Ensure that technical lessons are reviewed, learned, and disseminated.
Ensure compliance with BD quality policies, procedures, and practices.
Ensure compliance with all local, state, federal, and BD safety regulations, policies, and procedures.
Skills
Strong technical judgment and extensive technical leadership skills.
Demonstrated capability of leading R&D projects.
Experience in guiding team/individuals to develop technical solutions to complex problems.
Sound knowledge of engineering first principles.
Strong project management, prioritizing and multi-tasking skills to work within tight deadlines. Proficient in Microsoft Project.
Proficient in solid modeling (Pro/E, SolidWorks or equivalent).
Ability to effectively and clearly communicate concepts, ideas and knowledge to other individuals and teams.
Experience in directing associates and leading small cross-functional groups is required.
Proficiency with fixture design including basic machining considerations and developing test methods.
Strong knowledge of Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA).
Knowledge of Six Sigma (DMAIC) practices, and Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) methodologies.
Strong creative, analytical and problem solving skills required.
Good written & verbal communication skills.
Experience
B.S.: 5+ years of experience in technical area
M.S.: 3+ years of experience in technical area
Ph.D.: 0-2+ years of experience in technical area
Primary Work LocationUSA NJ - Franklin LakesAdditional LocationsWork ShiftBecton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of 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, or any other protected status.
