Product Development Engineer II

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.
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.

Why Join Us?

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.

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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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Primary Work Location
USA RI - Warwick

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