Mechanical Design Engineer Medical Surgical Systems at Becton Dickinson and Company Sandy Utah

Mechanical Design Engineer Medical Surgical Systems at Becton Dickinson and Company Sandy Utah

Description
Mechanical Design Engineer, Medical Surgical Systems-MEC1001Z

BD, a leading global medical technology company that makes and sells medical devices, instrumented systems and reagents, is dedicated to improving people?s health throughout the world. BD is focused on improving drug therapy, enhancing the quality and speed of diagnosing infectious diseases, and advancing research and discovery of new drugs and vaccines. The Company?s capabilities are instrumental in combating many of the world?s most pressing diseases. Founded in 1897 and headquartered in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, BD employs more than 25,000 people in approximately 50 countries throughout the world. The Company serves healthcare institutions, life science researchers, clinical laboratories, industry and the general public.

BD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

About us

Description

The Advanced Product Development group within BD Medical Surgical Systems designs and develops needles, syringes and intravenous catheters for medication delivery, pre-filled injection devices, surgical blades and scalpels, regional anesthesia delivery devices, and critical care monitoring devices. These innovative products serve customers such as hospitals and clinics, physicians? office practices, public health agencies, and healthcare workers around the globe.

BD cultivates leadership and rewards innovation and impact.

As a Mechanical Design Engineer in the R&D group, you will lead and contribute to prioritized product development projects. The Mechanical Design Engineer will:

• Provide Project Leadership
• Effectively direct (and potentially lead) the work of other engineers and laboratory technicians to achieve objectives as necessary
• Identify, break down and solve complex problems, and provide technical direction to others
• Independently plan and execute to achieve design and development objectives
• Participate as a member of a cross-functional team or lead a cross-functional team to deliver to business-critical product development commitments
• Impact Project Execution
• Using expert technical skills, conceive, plan and lead development activities from concept through successful commercialization
• Leverage understanding of first engineering principles, advanced engineering methods, data and judgment to influence the course of product development activities
• Develops deep customer understanding and identifies unmet needs and potential new product concepts
• Ensure compliance with BD quality policies, procedures and practices as well as with all local, state, federal and BD safety regulations, policies and procedures
• Contribute to the Development of a Best in Class Organization Based on our Core Values
• Treat Each Other With Respect
• Do What Is Right
• Always Seek To Improve
• Accept Personal Responsibility

Qualifications

Required Education and Skills:

Education

• MS degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering with at least 4 years of relevant experience, and/or PhD degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering with at least 2 years of relevant experience. Experience in product development life cycle essential.

Skills

• Demonstrated basic and advanced engineering skills (including CAD with preferably 3-D experience)
• Tolerance analysis
• Innovative and Brainstorming with strong technical judgment
• Medical device experience a plus but not necessary
• Packaging experience a plus
• Understanding of disciplined product development processes and quality requirements, regulatory a plus
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and influencing skills; Results driven and action oriented

Location

• This position is located in Sandy, UT (suburb of Salt Lake City, UT and home of the 2002 Winter Olympics)
• Activities in the Sandy area: skiing, hiking, rock climbing, fishing, mountain biking, snowmobiling, golfing, and running amidst spectacular scenery.

• Come see why Sandy, UT is the place to be: www.sandy.utah.gov/

Relocation assistance available.

This position offers the following benefits:

• Opportunity to be a part of a team driven to identify, develop and deliver innovative solutions that have a direct impact on patient care
• The opportunity to lead product development activities through all phases of product development from concept through launch
• Challenging role and associated responsibilities
• Tremendous advancement opportunities
• Opportunity to participate in global volunteer efforts
• World class Health, Wellness, and Retirement Benefits, including both 401K & Pension Plan

Apply on-line now to begin an exciting career with BD! www.bd.com/careers/ and use the following requisition number: MEC1001Z

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