Sr Process Engineer
Onsite, El Paso, TX
- Job ID
- R-555358
- Category
- Engineering
- Location
- El Paso, Texas
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
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Manufacturing Excellence & Continuous Improvement
Serve as the site's Subject Matter Expert (SME) for assigned manufacturing processes.
Provide coaching, mentoring, and technical guidance to Process Engineers, Engineering Technicians, and Operations personnel.
Lead activities to track, analyze, and monitor Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) across all manufacturing lines.
Identify improvement opportunities through OEE analysis and lead implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
Drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity, quality, throughput, and cost efficiency.
Support sustaining engineering and process improvement projects within manufacturing operations.
Utilize data analytics and statistical methods to identify process trends and recommend improvements.
Actively participate in BD Excellence initiatives and continuous improvement programs.
Review and approve engineering documentation, validation protocols, and technical assessments
Process Engineering & Operational Support
Serve as the Manufacturing Engineering representative and liaison for new product introductions, process transfers, equipment implementation, and manufacturing projects.
Ensure manufacturing processes within the "four walls" of the El Paso facility are properly designed, developed, implemented, optimized, and documented.
Lead efforts to improve the flow of materials, processes, information, and personnel throughout manufacturing operations.
Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, standard operating procedures, and engineering specifications.
Provide technical support to Production, Quality, Materials, Maintenance, and Operations teams.
Validation & Regulatory Compliance
Lead and execute validation activities in compliance with FDA regulations, Quality System requirements, and company procedures.
Develop, execute, and approve validation protocols and reports including: Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), Performance Qualification (PQ), Computer System Validation (CSV),
Ensure manufacturing processes, equipment, and systems remain in a validated state.
Support internal and external audits and regulatory inspections.
Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis
Serve as the technical lead for manufacturing floor problem-solving activities.
Facilitate cross-functional teams to investigate and resolve process, equipment, quality, and productivity issues.
Utilize structured problem-solving methodologies including DMAIC, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Fishbone Diagrams, and 5-Why techniques.
Support customer complaint investigations and corrective action implementation.
Capacity Planning & Capital Projects
Evaluate manufacturing capacity requirements based on production forecasts provided by Materials, Supply Chain, and Finance teams.
Develop and execute projects to increase manufacturing capacity and operational efficiency.
Prepare capital expenditure requests, spending budgets, and financial justifications.
Create and submit capital authorization packages, including CB2 requests, for equipment and process improvements.
Manage equipment acquisition, installation, qualification, and startup activities.
Equipment Reliability & Maintenance Support
Partner with Maintenance to develop and improve preventive maintenance programs.
Lead equipment performance improvement initiatives to enhance reliability and uptime.
Support spare parts management activities to ensure critical equipment availability.
Participate in equipment troubleshooting and failure analysis.
Safety, Compliance & Environmental Responsibilities
Promote a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Ensure manufacturing processes comply with EHS standards and regulatory requirements.
Identify and implement opportunities to improve workplace safety and ergonomics.
Ensure proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements are established and followed for all process steps.
Participate in risk assessments and hazard mitigation activities.
Minimum Requirement:
Bachelors degree in Engineering, required.
3 years medical device manufacturing, preferred.
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 TX - El Paso - Northwestern Dr.Additional Locations
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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
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"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."
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"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."
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"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."
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"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
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Competitive Compensation
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Retirement Plans
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Healthcare Coverage
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Paid Time Off
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Parental Leave
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Employee Assistance Program
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Rewards & Recognition
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