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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\nThe Sr. Staff R&D Engineer will be a key contributor within BD Medication Delivery Solutions, Injection Systems team. The individual in this position will possess extensive technical expertise and a broad understanding of related disciplines, developing innovative solutions to complex technical challenges through the regular application of ingenuity and creativity. He/she will provide technical and project leadership for cross-functional product development initiatives, coordinating activities across R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Manufacturing, and external partners to ensure successful execution from concept through commercialization. The individual will play a leading role in the development, integration, analysis, testing, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of medical devices used for the preparation and delivery of parenteral and enteral medications. Experience with elastomeric materials and components, including their design, characterization, manufacturing processes, performance evaluation, and integration into medication delivery systems, is highly desirable.\nJob Responsibilities Include:\nWorks under consultative direction toward predetermined long-range goals and objectives. Assignments are often self-initiated. Determines and pursues courses of action necessary to achieve desired technical, project, and business outcomes.\nProvides technical and project leadership for complex product development and lifecycle management initiatives, developing project strategies, aligning cross-functional teams, managing technical risks, and driving execution to meet program objectives.\nServes as an organizational spokesperson on advanced projects and programs. Acts as an advisor to management, customers, and cross-functional stakeholders on complex technical, product development, and research-related matters.\nApplies advanced engineering principles, theories, and concepts across multiple disciplines. Contributes to the development of new technologies, methodologies, and design approaches. Solves unusually complex technical problems with highly innovative and effective solutions.\nDevelops advanced technological concepts and guides their maturation into successful commercial products. Decisions and recommendations have significant impact on product quality, regulatory compliance, business objectives, and organizational success.\nLeads and guides the successful completion of major development programs, coordinating activities across R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, and external partners.\nInteracts with senior internal and external personnel on technical, project, and strategic matters, frequently requiring coordination across organizations, suppliers, development partners, and customers.\nProvides technical leadership for material, design, and process changes through the design control process, supported by well-documented scientific rationale, engineering analyses, and risk assessments.\nDemonstrates accountability for the successful and timely completion of project deliverables, technical workstreams, and key business objectives.\nDevelops technical solutions to complex problems using sound engineering principles and utilizes experimental, computational, analytical, and statistical methods to support decision-making.\nProvides technical expertise in elastomeric materials and components, including material selection, formulation considerations, manufacturing processes, characterization, performance testing, component design, supplier collaboration, and integration into drug delivery systems.\nDesigns, develops, and utilizes in vivo and in vitro models to evaluate product performance, design improvements, and clinical-use conditions.\nApplies innovative, risk-based approaches to product development challenges while demonstrating sound technical judgment and original thinking.\nDevelops robust test methods, designs test fixtures, and executes measurement system analyses to ensure data reliability and product understanding.\nEnsures compliance with BD quality policies, procedures, and practices through the application and promotion of sound quality, risk management, and engineering principles.\nPlans, executes, and analyzes Design of Experiments (DOE) to optimize designs, characterize product performance, and support development decisions.\nAuthors, reviews, and leads technical activities including bench studies, tolerance analyses, design verification, design validation, supplier engagement, material specifications, component specifications, and technical reports.\nPerforms advanced data analysis using statistical methods, regression analyses, modeling techniques, and transfer function development to support product design and characterization.\nCollects, records, interprets, analyzes, and presents technical data and conclusions to peers, project teams, business leadership, customers, and regulatory stakeholders.\nProvides advanced engineering expertise and product evaluation support to identify, assess, and mature new product opportunities, supporting business case development, technology strategy, and portfolio growth initiatives.\nMentors and develops engineers and technical team members by providing technical guidance, coaching, and leadership, helping to build organizational capability and engineering excellence.\nRequired Skills/Experience:\nBachelors/Masters/PhD in Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering discipline. \nB.S.: 12+ years of progressive product development experience in a regulated industry.\nM.S.: 10+ years of progressive product development experience in a regulated industry.\nPh.D.: 7+ years of experience of progressive product development experience in a regulated industry.\nStrong technical judgment and extensive technical leadership skills. \nDemonstrated capability of leading R&D product development projects. \nExperience in guiding team/individuals to develop technical solutions to complex problems. \nSound knowledge of engineering first principles. \nR&D functional planning, requirement generation and technical (DFSS/Design/Cross functional) reviews for all product development phases. \nStrong project management, prioritizing and multi-tasking skills to work within tight deadlines. \n Knowledge of solid modeling (SolidWorks or equivalent). \nAbility to effectively and clearly communicate concepts, ideas and knowledge to other individuals and teams. \nExperience in directing associates and leading small cross-functional groups is required. \nProficient in Microsoft Project. \nDisciplined phase-gate product development processes & project planning. \nProficiency with fixture design including basic machining considerations and developing test methods. \nUnderstanding of Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA). \nProduct development considerations for tightly controlled, high-volume manufacturing process. \nStrong creative, analytical and problem solving skills. \nGood written & verbal communication skills. \nPreferred Skills/Experience:\n· Knowledge of Six Sigma (DMAIC) practices, and Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) methodologies.\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.\nAt BD, we are committed to supporting our associates’ well-being, development, and success through a performance-based culture. For this position, BD offers a competitive compensation package along with the following benefits specific to this role:\nAnnual Bonus\nHealth and Well-being Benefits\nMedical coverage\nHealth Savings Accounts\nFlexible Spending Accounts\nDental coverage\nVision coverage\nHospital Care Insurance\nCritical Illness Insurance\nAccidental Injury Insurance\nLife and AD&D insurance\nShort-term disability coverage\nLong-term disability insurance\nLong-term care with life insurance\nOther Well-being Resources\nAnxiety management program\nWellness incentives\nSleep improvement program\nDiabetes management program\nVirtual physical therapy\nEmotional/mental health support programs\nWeight management programs\nGastrointestinal health program\nSubstance use management program\nMusculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery benefit\nRetirement and Financial Well-being\nBD 401(k) Plan\nBD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan\n529 College Savings Plan\nFinancial counseling\nBaxter Credit Union (BCU)\nDaily Pay\nCollege financial aid and application guidance\nLife Balance Programs\nPaid time off (PTO), including all required State leaves\nEducational assistance/tuition reimbursement\nMetLife Legal Plan\nGroup auto and home insurance\nPet insurance\nCommuter benefits\nDiscounts on products and services\nAcademic Achievement Scholarship\nService Recognition Awards\nEmployer matching donation\nWorkplace accommodations\nOther Life Balance Programs\nAdoption assistance\nBackup day care and eldercare\nSupport for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers\nCaregiving assistance for elderly and special needs individuals\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)\nPaid Parental Leave\nSupport for fertility, birthing, postpartum, and age-related hormonal changes\nLeave Programs\nBereavement leaves\nMilitary leave\nPersonal leave\nFamily and Medical Leave (FML)\nJury and Witness Duty Leave\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. 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.\nRequired Skills\nOptional Skills\n.\nPrimary Work Location\nUSA NJ - Franklin LakesAdditional Locations\nWork Shift\nNA (United States of America)\n\nAt BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs. 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