R&D Engineering Intern - Salt Lake City, UT

Job Description Summary
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing The World of Health is our Purpose, and it is 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.

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you will be supported to learn, grow, and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.

Excited to grow your career?
We are looking for a candidate for a year-round R&D internship opportunity. We value our hard-working 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 is right for you, we encourage you to apply! Our people make all the difference in our success.

This position assists the R&D Engineering department in designing, developing, and implementing new products, processes, test methods and equipment.

Job Description

We are the makers of possible

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.

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you'll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.

Excited to grow your career?

We are looking for a candidate for a year-round R&D internship opportunity. We value our hard-working 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 is right for you, we encourage you to apply! Our people make all the difference in our success.

This position assists the R&D Engineering department in designing, developing, and implementing new products, processes, test methods and equipment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Applies engineering principles to assist with assignments, provides technical support on components, materials, methods, systems, and equipment, and analyzes design inputs to ensure project success.
• Initiates new or revised documentation, tracks through approval cycles and implementation, writes and reviews protocols, reports, and data to maintain comprehensive project records.
• Conducts testing outlined in protocols and test methods, completes validation studies on equipment and processes, and develops physical and functional test requirements to ensure specifications and regulations are met.
• Maintains professional working relationships with internal and external customers and support staff while actively participating in multi-functional teams to drive project success.
• Prepares and presents oral and written project updates and technical discussions to keep stakeholders informed and facilitate effective decision-making throughout the engineering process.

*The duties and responsibilities are intended to be representative of the work performed by the incumbent(s) in this position and are not all-inclusive. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility will not preclude it from the position.

Required Qualifications:

• Working toward a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical, Mechanical, Mathematics, Physics or Manufacturing program from an accredited university.
• Must be at minimum be a sophomore or junior in college
• Currently within commutable distance to Salt Lake City

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Encompasses both written documentation skills and oral presentation abilities, enabling clear communication of complex engineering concepts. This includes the ability to create detailed technical documents and effectively present findings to various stakeholders.
• Combines a strong understanding of engineering principles with the demonstrated ability to apply these concepts in practical situations. This includes reading technical drawings and implementing engineering knowledge to solve real-world problems.
• Involves the ability to perform testing according to written protocols, collect and analyze data systematically, and apply basic descriptive statistics to derive meaningful conclusions from experimental results.
• Features the capacity to identify issues, analyze problems methodically, and develop practical recommendations to reach effective solutions, often requiring independent work and critical thinking.
• Includes proficiency with relevant software applications used in engineering contexts, supporting documentation, analysis, modeling, and other technical tasks essential to engineering work.

Physical Demands:

• This position is in an office and laboratory environment and requires the incumbent to sit, stand and perform general office functions. The incumbent may also be required to lift up to twenty-five pounds occasionally. The incumbent may be required to stand for extended periods. Bending, stooping, and reaching are also frequently required.

Work Environment:

• This position is for a part-time, year-round, internship opportunity. This position requires part-time availability, while working towards a degree in a related field of study.
• This position can work up to 40 hours per week during the summer (but not required) and a target of 20 hours per week during the school semesters.

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?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It's also a place where we help each other be great, we do what's right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.

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 health. At BD, you'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

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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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