R&D Engineer, Product Development

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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.

At BD, we are advancing the world of health by developing innovative medical technologies that improve patient outcomes and enhance the delivery of care globally.

We are seeking a motivated and curious R&D Engineer to join our Product Development team on a 12-month fixed-term contract
. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in medical device development, working alongside experienced engineers and cross‑functional teams to bring innovative solutions from concept to commercialization.

Whether you are an early‑career engineer looking to build your technical expertise or an experienced professional seeking exposure to the medical device industry, this role provides invaluable experience within a global healthcare organization.

• Be part of a team developing products that improve and save lives.
• Gain exposure to the complete product development lifecycle.
• Work closely with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, and Operations teams.
• Build expertise in a highly regulated medical device environment.
• Develop skills in design verification, testing, engineering analysis, and product commercialization.
• Enhance your career profile through experience with a global healthcare leader.

This is a 12-month fixed-term position. While permanency is not guaranteed, the role offers valuable industry exposure, professional development, and opportunities to build your network within a global organization.

As part of the Product Development team, you will:

• Support new product development projects and engineering initiatives from concept through commercialization.
• Translate customer, clinical, and product performance requirements into practical engineering solutions.
• Design, plan, and execute experiments to evaluate product performance and design concepts.
• Analyze technical data and communicate findings through technical reports and presentations.
• Support the development and maintenance of product specifications, manufacturing specifications, and engineering change documentation.
• Contribute to design verification activities, risk assessments, and product validation efforts.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to understand and support molding, assembly, packaging, sterilization, and other production processes.
• Apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design-to-Cost principles to optimize product performance and commercial viability.
• Maintain project documentation and contribute to Design History Files (DHF) in accordance with quality and regulatory requirements.
• Support intellectual property development by documenting technical findings, innovative concepts, and potential patent opportunities.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing and business teams as required.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 13485, FDA Quality System Regulations, and internal product development processes.
• Contribute to a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible workplace.
• Support continuous improvement and innovation initiatives across the organization.
• Travel occasionally as required by project needs.

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical…