Reliability and Automation Lead

Reliability And Automation Lead

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.

The Reliability and Automation Lead is accountable for achieving high asset reliability, availability, safety, and lifecycle performance at optimal cost across the site. This role provides strategic and operational leadership for controls and automation systems, reliability engineering, machine design support, and maintenance strategy, including oversight of the tool room and critical spares. The position leads a multidisciplinary team of Controls & Automation Engineers, Reliability Engineers, Vision & Controls Technicians, Machine Designers, and Hourly Technical Associates.

By partnering closely with Operations, Product Lines, Preventive Maintenance (PM), Engineering, Quality, EHS, IT/OT, and Finance, the leader ensures reliability‑centered maintenance strategies are deployed, repetitive breakdowns are eliminated, and continuous improvement initiatives deliver measurable gains in OEE, MTTR, MTBF, cost, and safety performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safety, Behavior & Compliance
• Asset Reliability & Maintenance Strategy
• Controls & Automation Strategy & Governance
• Troubleshooting & Operational Support
• Projects, Capital Integration & Digitalization
• Team Leadership & Capability Development
• Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence
• Quality, Documentation & Audit Readiness
• Collaboration & Communication

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree required in Engineering, Science, Automation, Industrial Management, or related field
• Master's degree preferred
• 5+ years in a highly automated manufacturing environment
• 3+ years of technical people leadership preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Advanced troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
• Expertise in automation, controls, machine design, reliability engineering, and maintenance systems
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision‑making skills
• Knowledge of safety standards, quality systems, and continuous improvement methods
• Project management and financial acumen

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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Work Location:

USA TX
- El Paso
- Northwestern Dr.