Associate Director, Hardware Engineering

BD Nogales Norte; Limerick; On-site; EUR 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical technology company in Limerick is seeking an experienced leader to manage Mechanical, Electrical, and Embedded Software Engineers within the Hardware and Device Engineering group. This role involves defining strategic directions, mentoring teams, and overseeing project management in a collaborative and innovative environment. The ideal candidate has significant experience and a strong engineering background, with a salary range of €125,000 to €140,000 per year.

Benefits

Competitive bonus structure

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience leading engineering product development teams.
• Proficient in managing complex projects with a focus on customer solutions.
• Skills in building high-performing engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement strategic direction for engineering teams.
• Develop and mentor team members to foster technical excellence.
• Oversee planning, estimation, budgeting, and risk analysis.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Technical expertise

Collaboration

Education

BSc in a recognised engineering field

MSc preferred

Job description

Job Description Summary

We are seeking an experienced leader to head our Mechanical, Electrical and Embedded Software Engineers within the Hardware and Device Engineering group. This function supports the development of life sciences diagnostic and analysis instruments, interventional systems, and infusion pumps. The role requires strategic vision, people leadership, and technical expertise to ensure delivery of high-quality, compliant, and innovative products. As a member of the site leadership team, you will play a central role in shaping and implementing key initiatives that drive both local and global impact.

Job Description

We are the makers of possible. 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.

Why join us?

A career at BD means learning and working alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. You will have the opportunity to help shape the trajectory of BD while leaving a legacy at the same time. 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 health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place. Become a maker of possible with us!

Main Responsibilities

• Define and implement strategic direction for engineering teams while ensuring alignment with business objectives
• Develop and mentor team members, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement
• Oversee planning, estimation, budgeting, and risk analysis to enhance predictability and efficiency
• Introduce and apply industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and lean product development principles
• Drive standardisation and reuse across projects to optimise design quality, cost, and timelines
• Lead technical reviews, ensuring robust designs that meet performance, manufacturability, and serviceability standards
• Initiate and implement improvement projects to strengthen product reliability and lifecycle management
• Collaborate with multi-functional leaders to deliver integrated product solutions from concept through to production and service

About You

• Strong background in mechanical, electronic, or embedded software engineering with at least a BSc in a recognised engineering field (MSc preferred).
• Minimum 15 years of experience leading engineering product development teams or managing a functional group of engineers.
• Skilled in building and scaling teams, including the ability to manage managers, coach and mentor talent, and build high-performing teams.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects, apply risk-based decision-making, and deliver reliable, customer-focused solutions.
• Experience leading initiatives to drive organisational development and foster business growth in a manufacturing or product-focused setting.
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to partner across technical, commercial, and operational functions

Click on apply if this sounds like you!

Our target base salary range for this role is between €125,000 and €140,000 per year, complemented by a competitive bonus structure and a comprehensive benefits package.

At BD, 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 recognising the importance of flexibility and work‑life balance. Remote or field‑based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

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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