Manufacturing Process Engineer

We are the people who give possibilities purpose. 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.

Reports to the Technical Leader. The role is responsible for lineside support projects and process improvement activities to attain departmental and plant goals, specifically supporting a production line. The position uses data‑driven decisions to drive improvements and demonstrate effectiveness in capacity expansion, quality/waste reduction, and cost improvement.

• Design and implement machine improvements.
• Assist Project Engineers with design feedback and installation assistance for capital projects.
• Proficient in mechanical design and troubleshooting.
• Teach maintenance principles and techniques.
• Guide staff in troubleshooting and upkeep of cam‑driven equipment that integrates pneumatic, servo and PLC‑driven equipment/sensors.
• Support plant manufacturing effort with proven ability to identify problems and pursue plans toward resolution in a fast‑paced environment.
• Have knowledge of common engineering industry practices, equipment repair and vendor relationship cultivation.
• Coordinate activities between equipment vendors, Division R & D, and plant functional departments.
• Manage multiple projects of varying scope, ensuring safety, quality, delivery and cost objectives are met.
• Prepare and submit capital appropriation requests and control expenditures for small‑scale improvements.
• Collaborate with EHS staff to maintain a safe work environment.
• Facilitate and coordinate strategic preventive maintenance activities that align with data‑driven troubleshooting.
• Recommend vendors for commercial items and materials needed for projects, focusing on cost savings and reliability.
• Determine suitability of in‑house fabrication or contract work, secure quotations, select contractors and direct their efforts to satisfactory completion.
• Recommend and implement capital equipment or process modifications, including installation, debugging and training of production personnel.
• Maintain all associated documentation, including validations, Operations Procedures, Preventive Maintenance schedules, Engineering Change Notifications and Bill of Materials.
• Develop a firm understanding of all equipment, including setup, adjustment and assessment of possible improvements.
• Achieve budgeted cost reductions and efficiency gains.
• Ensure spending remains within approved limits on departmental programs.
• Guide, mentor and develop technical staff to ensure continuous improvement.
• Modify, redesign and create technical drawings of tooling and fixtures.
• Utilize Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Have expertise in Solid Works and AutoCAD; other CAD experience is acceptable but preference is for Solid Works and AutoCAD.
• Present, convey content and garner understanding publicly to a nontechnical audience (e.g., project report outs, technical trainings, safety stand‑downs).

• Perform other duties as required.
• Spend more than 70% of your time on the floor supporting troubleshooting, maintenance and improvement projects.
• Direct the efforts of support personnel in the modification, adjustment, removal and installation of equipment.
• May provide functional supervision of other engineers toward achieving assignments.

• Preferred:
  Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering.
• Length of experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

• All levels of experience will be considered; compensation will align with experience.

• $5,000 Sign‑On Bonus with an additional $5,000 Sign‑On Bonus 6 months after start date.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture and understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome those with imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture where you can learn, grow and thrive.