As a result of the combination of the BD Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business with Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT), by applying to this role, you will be applying for a position with Waters. Waters is a global leader in life sciences, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, Waters’ innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across biology, chemistry, and physics. Waters collaborates with analytical laboratories around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, assure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combatting growing antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, Waters’ passionate team of approximately 16,000 colleagues partner with customers to turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.

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:

• Provides technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems.  Solutions are imaginative, thorough, practical, and consistent with objectives.  Exercises latitude in determining technical objectives of the assignment methods and in selecting techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining resolution based on risk based assessment (including dFMEA analysis and input into product Hazard Analysis).

• Contributes to the completion and support of specific programs and projects, including product conceptualization and develops work plans to reduce concept to design.  Failure to obtain results or erroneous decisions would result in serious program delays.

• Contributes to management of product requirements and high-level design system and subsystem specifications under the direction of a supervising System Integrator.  This includes conceiving, writing, tracing, characterizing and verifying specification performance.

• Assumes a technical contributor role and works closely with other functional groups, especially assay development and engineering.  May provide guidance and work direction to lower project level developers.

• Independently evaluates problems of moderate complexity and applies analytical/scientific principles to fulfill project and business objectives.  Designs and performs development activity independently within defined parameters with minimal supervision.

• Development and test of detailed subsystem workflow step and exception logic to guide software in development of instrument functions as well as to inform Theory of Operation for product/solution.

• Ability to perform various analyses of automated systems including timing studies, control systems, and critical parameter identification and management.

• Collects, records, analyzes, interprets, reports, and, presents results to cross functional colleagues and leaders.

• Ability to automate data processing of structured/unstructured data using programming languages like Python.   

• Responsible for employing DFSS (Design for Six Sigma) and Technology Development best practices to manage technical risk and impart product robustness and reliability.

• Contributes to system verification and validation activities including protocol writing, execution and reporting which will be used in regulatory submission.

• Contributes to the transition from R&D to manufacturing/service and supports system troubleshooting activities for products in the field.

• Liaison between R&D and Quality/Reliability/Service functions to inform/support functions based on quality procedures including risk analysis, verification, validation for specific subsystems

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

· B.S. or M.S in Engineering or Sciences

· Experience in the development of Lab or Industrial Automation equipment and instrumentation preferred.

· Minimum of two years relevant experience or a combination of education and experience.

· Experience within vitro diagnostic support/development preferred

We prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. R

For certain roles, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required.

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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Primary Work Location

USA MD - Sparks - 7 Loveton Circle

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Salary Range Information

$75,800.00 - $121,300.00 USD Annual