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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.\n\nJob Description\nManager, Hardware Test Engineering\nPharmacy Automation | North America Hardware Engineering Leadership | FY2027\nRole purpose:\nWe are seeking an innovative, collaborative leader to own our Engineering Lab spaces and Hardware Test team. This role leads and participates in new product development and sustaining activities for the existing Pharmacy Automation product fleet, ensuring that lab facilities, test systems, technician capacity, and team capabilities support current and future project needs. The manager combines hands-on technical expertise with capability planning, coaching, and continuous improvement to support complex robotic development initiatives. Success requires attention to detail, adaptability, clear communication, and effective collaboration across delivery teams.\nKey Responsibilities\n Test Oversight \nOwn the review process and oversight within Engineering for creating Product Qualification Plans (PQPs). \n\nOversee the execution of product and subsystem testing as specified in the PQPs. \n\nOversee test documentation and official reporting within the QMS. \n\nFunctional Management, Talent Development & People Leadership \nManage the day-to-day activities of the test technicians and engineers. \n\nMaintain a rolling six-month test capacity plan for the group. \n\nEnsure that the test team has the skills and training to perform their tasks with excellence. \n\nLead, coach, mentor, and develop Engineering Test Technicians and Engineers across experience levels. \n\nDrive performance management, career development planning, succession planning, and employee engagement activities. \n\nCreate competency development roadmaps aligned with current and future lab and testing needs. \n\nFoster a learning culture that encourages technical growth, collaboration, innovation, and knowledge sharing. \n\nTest and Laboratory Infrastructure \nMaintain test system inventory such that Pharmacy Automation can test new software and hardware changes against the expected configurations that will be seen in the service fleet. \n\nEnsure each device is functional and at the appropriate design of revision. \n\nEnsure that testing is performed in a safe manner. \n\nEnsure that all test equipment is maintained according to its normal maintenance schedule. \n\nOwn engineering lab design to ensure the devices and systems needed to verify and validate design changes on project roadmaps are available. \n\nCollaborate with delivery teams that rely on the labs to ensure equipment needed for testing is available. \n\nMaintain Pharmacy Automation test labs so they are safe and usable for all lab users. \n\nOrganizational Capability Planning \nAssess current and future lab and test-team capabilities needed to support the Pharmacy Automation product portfolio. \n\nIdentify technical skill gaps, process gaps, and organizational constraints that limit team effectiveness. \n\nDevelop and execute plans to close capability gaps through hiring, mentoring, training, knowledge sharing, and process improvement initiatives. \n\nBuild an engaged, scalable, and adaptable test organization capable of supporting future business growth. \n\nEducation and Experience\nFour-year degree in engineering, computer science, or an advanced mechanical discipline, or equivalent on-the-job experience. \nStrong IT networking skills. \nTen years of related industry, equipment, or reliability laboratory experience. \nStrong mechanical aptitude and the ability to use tools to perform mechanical work. \nFamiliarity with Microsoft Office products and a basic knowledge of personal computers and Microsoft operating systems (Windows XP, Win 10, Win 11 etc.). \nKnowledge, Skills and Abilities\nAbility to work in a team environment. \nAbility to read, utilize, and interpret mechanical drawings and technical manuals. \nAbility to use a pallet jack. \nDemonstrated problem solving and technical aptitude. \nAbility to debug, troubleshoot, and repair electro-mechanical assemblies. \nAbility to solder cables and printed circuit board assemblies for prototype generation. \nAbility to work within a 5S framework and contribute to its upkeep. \nKnowledge of computer configuration and system deployment. \nResults-oriented approach with strong attention to detail. \nMust be a highly responsible professional who can perform work independently with little supervision. \nMental/Physical Requirements\nRequires reading, mathematics, weighing and/or measuring, conducting research, analyzing and drawing conclusions, and developing and implementing plans, procedures, and solutions. \nRequires sitting, standing, and bending frequently. Stooping and kneeling occasionally. \nAbility to safely lift to 45 pounds unaided. \nAt 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.\nFor 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.\nWhy Join Us?\nTo 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.\nWe 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.\nTo learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.\nBecton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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