Senior Engineer, Supplier Quality
In-Office, Irvine, CA
- Job ID
- R-547391
- Category
- Engineering
- Location
- Irvine, California
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
Job Responsibilities:
Be a trusted partner by leading the selection, assessment, and qualification of suppliers for NPD projects including supplier audits to ensure that products received from external suppliers conform to pre-established requirements
Drive excellence by defining supplier qualification requirements for components, devices and custom materials for NPD projects to ensure the needs from R&D and Manufacturability are balanced
Lead the development, validation, and implementation of inspection and test methods to ensure product quality and compliance with regulatory and internal requirements.
Foster collaboration with BD plants to establish an optimized receiving inspection strategy while promoting inspection at source.
Lead the efforts to ensure optimization of complex Manufacturing processes using engineering methods (e.g., SIX Sigma and LEAN methods) for design for manufacturing and for continuous process improvement.
Build supplier capability and innovation through BD’s supplier excellence initiatives. Identify and implement improvements in products and processes at the suppliers.
Build strong supplier relationships through onsite visits, BD’s supplier relationship management programs, supplier forums and other interactions.
Train, coach, and guide lower-level employees on more complex procedures
Required Education & Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Scientific field with 4 years of experience in either Supplier Quality, Manufacturing, New Product Development/Improvement, or Quality engineering functions; OR a Master’s degree in Engineering or Scientific field with 3 years of experience in either Supplier Quality, Manufacturing, New Product Development/Improvement, or Quality engineering functions.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with supplier/vendor management and qualification activities with new suppliers, CMOs (Contract Manufacturing Organizations), or OEMs for new products.
Demonstrated experience driving component testing, test method validations, and testing equipment
Experience with CAPAs, NCRs, Change Notifications, and/or Auditing
Utilizing design tools such as SolidWorks (or other similar design tools)
Knowledge and understanding of FDA and international regulatory standards (i.e. ISO 13485 & ISO 14971) for medical devices is preferred.
Ability to work independently without close supervision.
In-depth understanding and experience with risk management for validation qualifications (e.g. equipment or process OQ/PQs).
Demonstrated ability to apply basic statistical quality engineering tools in a manufacturing environment such as Gage R&Rs, control charting, or statistical process controls
Certified Lead Auditor / ASQ Certified Biomedical Auditor
Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certified
Domestic and International Travel upwards of 25%
Additional Skills:
Strong documentation, communication and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills
Strong problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills
Good leadership skills and ability to influence change
Strict attention to detail
Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast paced environment
Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control
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 visit https://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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USA CA - Irvine Laguna CanyonAdditional Locations
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NA (United States of America)At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs. You can learn more on our career site under "Our Commitment to You."
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Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform it successfully. The salary or hourly rate offered is determined by the role's specific requirements, including any applicable step rate pay system at the work location. Salary or hourly pay ranges are influenced by labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location which may also affect the workplace arrangement of the role.
Salary Range Information
$105,500.00 - $168,800.00 USD AnnualSuccess 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."
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