Principal Systems Engineer, R&D - BD Advanced Patient Monitoring

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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.

This position is part of the Advanced Patient Monitoring (APM) business unit within BD's medical segment, aligning with BD's smart connected care approach. BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world and is advancing the world of health by improving medical discovery, diagnostics and the delivery of care. If you are invited to interview for this position, a recruiter will provide further details about this exciting transition.

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Join our innovative team at BD Advanced Patient Monitoring
, a leading Med Tech company dedicated to revolutionizing healthcare through cutting‑edge technology and advanced algorithms. We are committed to improving patient outcomes and enhancing the quality of life through our advanced hemodynamic monitoring solutions.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Systems Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in medical technology and a passion for developing innovative solutions that make a difference in healthcare. As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will play a critical role in the design, development, and implementation of complex medical systems and devices.

• Write and execute Design Verification Protocols while effectively organizing, capturing, and analyzing test results
• Plan, collect, and translate detailed information about user interactions with critical care medical devices and connectivity solutions through various methods (interviews, field observation, task analysis, simulation labs)
• Support system requirements development and management related to device connectivity, usability, user experience, and testing
• Provide technical support to Regional Marketing and Sales teams for pre‑sale efforts
• Support communication with hospital IT departments for initial deployment questions, setup, and testing strategy
• Work with sales, marketing, and quality/complaint handling teams for post‑market surveillance
• Drive technical root cause investigations, engaging appropriate R&D, quality, and vendor resources
• Identify/create new product features and collaborate with Software development team through clear communication, wireframes, and storyboards
• Navigate tasks through multi‑functional teams during product development

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering
• 5+ or more years of demonstrated ability in systems engineering (Med Tech industry preferred)
• Consistent track record of leading complex medical device development from concept to market
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and quality standards in the medical device industry (FDA, ISO 13485, ISO 60601)
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to convey technical information to non‑technical stakeholders
• Experience with requirement management tools (PTC, JAMA, or DOORS)
• Self‑motivated with ability to achieve results with minimal direction
• Availability for up to 25% domestic and international travel

• Prior clinical experience in critical care monitoring (hemodynamic monitoring, vital signs monitoring), interventional, vascular, or cardiac surgery
• Good understanding of design controls (IEC…