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Packaging Engineer, R&D

In-Office, Covington, GA

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Job ID
R-544340
Category
Engineering
Location
Covington, Georgia

Build an engineering career where innovation, ownership and impact move healthcare forward

At BD, Engineering and R&D professionals design, develop and improve the technologies that shape how healthcare is delivered worldwide. You'll apply scientific thinking, technical expertise and creative problem-solving to turn complex challenges into solutions that matter.

Whether you specialize in mechanical, electrical, process, systems, software or research engineering, BD offers the scale, resources and freedom to innovate – with clear expectations, accountability for outcomes and opportunities to grow your career alongside industry-leading technology.

And as one of the world's largest medical technology companies, you'll shape solutions that reach across global healthcare systems and improve lives at scale.

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 MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description

The Package Engineer will support and/or lead packaging project(s) involving commercial products to support business requirements.  Manage and/or execute all packaging activities for materials, process, design/re-design, equipment and/or validation while exploring cost savings, standardization and efficiency opportunities.

Job Summary

  • Actively participate on project teams to lead all packaging activities.

  • Conceptualization of initial design options, execution of design, select, and modifications of packaging.

  • Direct and lead selection of appropriate packaging equipment to meet packaging design and material requirements.

  • Convert customer/Regulatory/Marketing need(s) into new product concept solutions.

  • Develops prototypes of concepts and subcomponent mechanisms.

  • Work with Sustainability and system optimization.

  • Identify, develop and qualify optimal packaging materials and process systems.Own COGS for packaging system components.

  • Designs and develops tooling and fixturing required to support commercial products.

  • Lead vendors and customers to identify appropriate materials and components to meet packaging requirements.

  • Analyzes concepts to ensure that the specifications (Package Performance Specifications) meet the customer, Marketing, and/or Regulatory requirements.

  • Ability with design details to ensure manufacturability; accurate dimensioning and tolerances stack-up analysis. 

  • Provide direction to modifications as the need arises.

  • Design for the end user with DFM principles.

  • Write testing protocols.

  • Lead appropriate documentation of activities in accordance with existing policies and procedures (Divisions, Corporate, and Regulatory compliance).

Required Qualifications

Education

  • BS in Packaging Engineering or related technical field of study required

Experience

  • 1-3 years of experience or related technical experience

  • Drawing experience and proficiency preferred (Artios/Auto CAD, SolidWorks, etc.)

  • Proven track record crafting and leading innovative packaging systems mechanisms

  • Experience with TOPS/CAPE and various statistical software packages

  • Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Microsoft Project for high level of written and communication skills

Desired Qualifications

  • Medical device and/or pharmaceutical experience

  • Consumer Packaged Goods experience a plus

  • Project management

  • Manufacturing site exposure

  • Experience with ISO 11607

  • Prototype generation experience

  • Spanish Language skills

Additional Requirement

  • May be working on other projects that may indirectly impact packaging

Travel

  • 25% of the time

Why Join Us?

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.

To learn more about BD visithttps://bd.com/careers.

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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Primary Work Location

USA GA - Covington BMD

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Success Profile

What sets successful Engineering and R&D professionals apart? You're likely to thrive if you are:

  • Analytical
  • Collaborative
  • Curious
  • Detail-oriented
  • Inventive
  • Problem-solver

Ready for your next challenge?

This is an environment for engineers who want to think boldly and execute with precision. You'll have the opportunity to influence design decisions, contribute across the full product lifecycle and see how your work moves from concept to real-world impact – backed by the scale of a global MedTech leader.

Hear from one of our BD Innovators about how BD uses cutting-edge AI and machine learning to power decisions that improve patient outcomes and expand access to care. This is where your work drives real-time impact across the globe.

Hear from Our Associates

  • "BD is a big, global company so don't be afraid to connect with and reach out to others. There is so much to learn here, and the company does an amazing job of helping people develop and grow. I'd also offer to become like a sponge and soak up as much knowledge as you can and put your Career Blueprint to work for you. I really love my job and am so grateful to work at BD."

  • "I think we have something like more than 30 different countries represented by those working within the Research Centre Ireland, which is impressive and one of my favourite things about BD. I work with electrical, mechanical engineers, scientists and so many others – it's wonderful to see and hear so many different perspectives during the day."

  • "I continue to be amazed at how we keep innovating in the Med Tech space. We constantly evaluate how to bring even more solutions to healthcare professionals, how to increase the efficiency of our technologies, all while keeping the patient impact in mind. Not only have I found meaningful work at BD, but a place where I feel I can thrive."

  • "During my interview, I learned how much of an impact our infusion solutions have across the world and I was impressed because whether it's analgesics, cancer treatments, anesthesia or other treatments, the likelihood of someone within your own family using our product is high. Contributing to the creation of products that have the ability to make such a big impact in healthcare is a great feeling. I love my role at BD."

Benefits

  • Competitive Compensation

  • Retirement Plans

  • Healthcare Coverage

  • Paid Time Off

  • Parental Leave

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Professional Development

  • Rewards & Recognition

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