Control Systems Engineer​/Robotics

Job Description Summary

We require the skills for a Controls Engineer who is knowledgeable of Controls software and/or PLC design. This person will contribute into both new product development programs as well as assist in sustaining projects.

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 Med Tech 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.

In recent years, Medication Management Solutions (MMS) has built on this history through a significant expansion into the high-growth pharmacy automation space and is now one of the global leaders in pharmacy automation. The Pharmacy Automation platform positions BD to offer our pharmacy customers a more comprehensive set of smart, connected care technologies as they expand care to new settings, centralize their pharmacy operations and lead the charge in addressing some of the biggest challenges facing the industry - health care worker burnout and the global clinician shortage.

BD’s Pharmacy Automation portfolio covers a wide range of hardware and software technologies from storage and dispensing robots, vision solutions, pouch packagers, vial filling systems, blister card production systems, central fill solutions and enterprise pharmacy management software.

Responsible for designing, developing, and testing all aspects of automation and robotic motion control systems. This well-rounded engineer will apply their knowledge of software, electrical, and mechanical engineering to design and improve products including robotics, servo systems, communications networks, and supervisory control systems.

• Kinematic analysis and development of complimentary control algorithms associated with robotic systems.
• Develops control algorithms and is responsible for design and implementation of the control system for early prototype and proof of concept robotics.
• Writes and documents the code needed to drive the motion control system of our products.
• Interacts and drives architectural and design changes in the mechanical and electrical design of the system to improve system performance related to the control systems.
• Selects and interfaces with vendors as necessary.
• Works with Legal department in evaluating intellectual property as it relates to current and new concepts
• Complies with regulatory requirements and company design procedures.
• Some travel required (~2-3 trips/year)

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science. (MSEng preferred)
• Ten+ years of experience in the robotics and automation field, including electro-mechanical design and software development.
• Experience programming and configuring PLC controllers
• Experience with DC motor control
• Experience with programming and troubleshooting PLC (Programmable Logics Controller) systems.
• Solid working knowledge of regulatory requirements for software and hardware development, including knowledge of standards such as IEC 60601, ISO 13485, ISO 14971.

• Object oriented software development (C#, C++)
• Experience with .NET Framework and Standard edition
• Working knowledge of UML state machine theory and practical application
• Robotic control theory, including servo systems and PID controllers
• Cross platform software development experience
• Familiarity with CAN bus networking

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. When properly requested and when feasible (without undue hardship to the company), reasonable accommodations will be made to enable…