Staff Engineer, Mechanical

Becton, Dickinson and Company; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

A global medical technology company in Plymouth is seeking a Staff Engineer to lead equipment specifications through validation. This role requires 12+ years of engineering experience, excellent project management skills, and a strong background in packaging and automated manufacturing. The successful candidate will ensure equipment design meets performance goals while supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Competitive compensation, including a salary range of £57,400.00 – £97,600.00 GBP annually, is offered.

Qualifications

• 12+ years engineering experience in high-volume manufacturing equipment.
• Experience implementing process improvements and launching new equipment.
• Excellent project management and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead equipment integration from specification through validation.
• Develop and manage capital projects and documentation.
• Design and optimize equipment for assembly and packaging.
• Support ramp-up and performance to meet OEE targets.

Skills

Project management

Technical problem-solving

Data analysis

Capital budgeting

GMP compliance

ISO standards knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

As the Staff Engineer, you will lead Assembly & Packaging Equipment Specifications through Validation for BD Life Sciences, ensuring equipment design and execution meet cost and performance goals. In this role you will provide expert engineering guidance and mentorship while managing the full lifecycle of both refurbished and new equipment, from specification and sourcing to build and validation across single stations to full assembly lines.

Responsibilities

• Lead equipment integration from specification through validation (URS/Build/FAT/SAT/IQ/OQ/PQ), ensuring smooth build, installation and minimal disruption to operations.
• Develop and manage capital projects, including business case documentation, vendor selection, contracting, coordination with procurement and legal as well as BD plant personnel.
• Design and optimize equipment for assembly and packaging, ensuring alignment with BD product requirements, safety standards, and operational goals.
• Create and maintain design documentation, including URS, CAD models, assembly instructions, and process standards.
• Support ramp‑up and performance, providing technical assistance to meet OEE targets and drive continuous improvement.
• Conduct testing and analysis, including PFMEA, engineering simulations, and validation plans to ensure equipment reliability and performance.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally, working with internal teams and vendors to resolve integration issues and ensure seamless system compatibility.
• Ensure compliance and safety, adhering to EHS regulations, quality standards, and company policies throughout equipment lifecycle.
• Facilitate training and documentation, supporting site teams with process parameters, equipment instructions, and operator readiness.
• Drive innovation and process improvement, identifying opportunities to enhance equipment design, integration tools, and methodologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or applicable field experience.
• 12+ years engineering experience with a background in packaging and automated manufacturing equipment with process development in high‑volume manufacturing.
• Experience implementing process improvements and launching new equipment into a manufacturing environment.
• Comprehensive understanding of all phases of projects, brainstorming, scoping, budgeting, writing specifications, quoting, capital proposals, vendor management, coordinating installations, running validations.
• Experience with label printing and barcode specifications and requirements, as well as packaging cost analysis.
• Excellent technical skills including project management, organisation, planning, and capital budgets relating to mold procurement and verification.
• Demonstrated ability to apply problem‑solving and data analysis methods.
• Previous experience with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), ISO standards and Lean Manufacturing concepts desired.
• Experience in an FDA‑regulated quality environment desired.
• Experience leading projects end to end with strong communication skills across all levels.
• Risk analysis / FMEA, statistical analysis / SPC system.
• Ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities, and to develop and maintain tool qualification schedules.

Nice to Have

• Experience with medical devices, in‑vitro diagnostic and pharmaceutical products.
• Tooling design experience of complex mechanical systems.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% average annually.

Company Information

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. At BD, we prioritize on‑site collaboration, fostering creativity, innovation, and effective problem‑solving. Our inclusive, growth‑centered culture offers a career within a pioneering organization.

Equal Opportunity Statement: 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.

Salary Range Information £57,400.00 – £97,600.00 GBP Annual