Senior Electronics Engineer II

Becton Dickinson; Limerick; On-site; EUR 57,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Becton, Dickinson and Company is seeking a Senior Electronics Engineer in Limerick to lead regulated hardware development for advanced medical devices. You will drive analog/digital circuit design, PCB layouts, and integration of power systems while ensuring ISO 13485 and FDA/EU regulatory alignment.

The role requires 5+ years in electronics, proficiency with Altium Designer, SPICE, MATLAB/Python, and hands-on testing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years of electronics engineering experience in medical devices or regulated industry.
• Strong analog/digital circuit design fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Lead electronics development to ISO 13485 and 21 CFR Part 820 compliance.
• Define system architecture and hardware solutions.
• Design schematics, PCB layouts, and bring-up activities.
• Integrate PCB assemblies and power systems into complex devices.
• Plan and execute design verification testing and EMI/ESD compliance.
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior engineers.
• Support regulatory submissions and risk management activities.

Skills

Analog design

Digital design

PCB layout

EMC/EMI compliance

Embedded interfaces (I2C/SPI/UART/CAN)

Lab testing

Altium Designer

SPICE

Python

MATLAB

Power electronics

Motor drives

SolidWorks

ISO 13485

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Electronic Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

SPICE

SolidWorks

Job description

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

Our vision for Peripheral Intervention at BD Our Peripheral Intervention (PI) business unit offers a comprehensive range of medical products, devices and services for the treatment of peripheral arterial and venous disease, cancer detection, and end-stage renal disease and maintenance.

About the role

As a Senior Electronics Engineer, you will lead the design and development of regulated medical device hardware systems, supporting projects from concept and feasibility through design verification, validation, and commercialisation. You will be responsible for the design, integration, and testing of complex electronic systems, including analog and digital circuitry, PCB assemblies, and cable harnesses, ensuring alignment with ISO 13485 design controls and FDA/MDR regulatory requirements. You will play a key role in ensuring product safety, compliance, and performance, supporting activities such as risk management (ISO 14971), EMC compliance, design verification/validation (V&V), and technical documentation for regulatory submissions (e.g., 510(k), CE Marking).

• Lead electronics development activities in compliance with medical device design control standards, including ISO 13485 and 21 CFR Part 820.
• Define system architecture and hardware solutions aligned with product and system requirements.
• Select medical-grade electronic components and develop schematics, PCB layouts, and board bring-up activities.
• Generate design outputs, support manufacturing transfer, and contribute to production test development.
• Integrate PCB assemblies, power systems, and cable harnesses into complex medical devices.
• Design and develop analog, digital, and power conversion circuits using calculations, simulations, and engineering analysis.
• Plan and execute design verification testing, including protocol development, reporting, and EMI/ESD compliance testing.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, specifying hardware, software, and mechanical interfaces, and participate in design reviews.
• Mentor junior Electronics Engineers and support technical growth within the engineering team.
• Support regulatory submissions and risk management activities, including technical documentation, FMEA, hazard analysis, root cause investigations, and corrective actions for design and field issues.

About you

• Bachelor's Degree in Electronic Engineering or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of electronics engineering experience, ideally within the medical device sector or another highly regulated industry.
• Strong expertise in analog and digital circuit design, with a solid understanding of electronic engineering fundamentals.
• Proven experience in PCB design, system integration, and design for EMC/EMI compliance.
• Hands-on knowledge of communication protocols, including I2C, SPI, UART, and CAN, with experience interfacing to embedded systems.
• Proficiency in the use of standard electronics laboratory equipment for testing, troubleshooting, and validation activities.
• Experience using PCB design and simulation tools, particularly Altium Designer and SPICE.
• Exposure to algorithm development, data analysis, and modelling using tools such as Python or MATLAB.
• Knowledge of power electronics, motor drives, and MCAD tools such as SolidWorks.
• Familiarity with medical device regulations and standards, including ISO 13485, ISO 14971, IEC 60601, FDA 21 CFR Part 820/510(k), and EU MDR/CE Marking requirements.

Salary

Salary €70K - €80K + Benefits + Bonus

Salary Range Information €56,600.00 - €86,300.00 EUR Annual

Salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. 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." Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We regularly review these ranges and factors, such as location, contribute to the range displayed. 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.

Primary Work Location IRL Limerick - Castletroy Additional Locations Work Shift

We are the people who give possibilities purpose BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. At BD, we are looking for candidates who possess passion, innovative solutions and a commitment to our one mission of improving access to groundbreaking medical and biotechnology services for people near and far, delivering state‑of‑the‑art technology and cutting‑edge research in the battle to fight and cure infectious diseases. With a global reach that extends across 50 countries worldwide, our network of professionals collaborates on effective measures to deliver enhanced patient quality such as lower health care delivery costs, improved health care and safety, and expanded health care for all. Join our company and see how you can become a part of one global mission to make a difference in human health.

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.