Process Engineer

BD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

BD Singapore Tuas Plant is seeking a Process Engineer to support manufacturing excellence, drive productivity improvements, and translate engineering solutions into sustainable shopfloor gains.

You will collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering to analyze losses, manage validation activities, and ensure compliance with safety and ISO 14001 requirements while building a problem-solving culture on the shopfloor.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Electrical, Mechatronics, Chemical Engineering, or related Engineering discipline.
• Experience in a manufacturing/production environment.
• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Drive process and productivity improvements within the manufacturing unit.
• Implement and sustain BD Excellence work processes across operations.
• Analyze key manufacturing losses and improve OEE, productivity, and process performance.
• Lead and coordinate manufacturing improvement projects (planning, execution, implementation, follow-through).
• Manage engineering change and validation activities (change control, MSA, IQ/OQ/PQ).
• Develop and maintain Process FMEA, work instructions, validation protocols and manufacturing documents.
• Coordinate validation execution and train operators involved in validation activities.
• Coach manufacturing associates in continuous improvement and foster a problem-solving culture on the shopfloor.
• Support broader manufacturing/engineering projects to meet priorities.
• Ensure activities comply with safety, health, environmental and ISO 14001 requirements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Process improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

OEE knowledge

Education

Engineering degree/diploma

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

About the Role

We are looking for a Process Engineer to support manufacturing excellence and drive improvements in productivity, process capability and operational performance.

In this role, you will work closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering and other cross-functional teams to identify process losses, implement improvement projects, support validation activities and translate engineering solutions into sustainable production improvements.

This is a hands‑on opportunity for an engineer who enjoys problem solving, continuous improvement and seeing projects through from analysis to shopfloor implementation.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive process and productivity improvements by identifying opportunities, developing improvement plans and implementing sustainable solutions within the manufacturing unit.
• Implement and sustain BD Excellence work processes and continuous improvement practices across manufacturing operations.
• Analyze key manufacturing losses and develop improvement actions to enhance Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), productivity and process performance.
• Lead and coordinate manufacturing improvement projects, including planning, execution, implementation and follow-through.
• Manage engineering change and validation activities, including change control, Measurement System Analysis (MSA), process validation and IQ/OQ/PQ.
• Develop and maintain key manufacturing and engineering documentation, including Process FMEA, work instructions, validation protocols and manufacturing documents.
• Coordinate and support validation execution, including training and guiding operators involved in validation activities.
• Coach and engage manufacturing associates in continuous improvement methodologies and support the development of a problem‑solving culture on the shopfloor.
• Participate in broader manufacturing and engineering projects as required to support operational and business priorities.
• Ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with applicable safety, health, environmental and ISO 14001 requirements, while actively identifying and addressing potential workplace hazards.
• Support environmental sustainability efforts, including opportunities for reduction, replacement and recycling of resources and materials.
• Perform other engineering responsibilities as required to support the manufacturing operation.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Electrical, Mechatronics, Chemical Engineering, or a related Engineering discipline.
• Relevant engineering experience within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience within a medical device, pharmaceutical or other regulated manufacturing environment would be advantageous.
• Exposure to process improvement, manufacturing engineering, validation or equipment/process optimization would be beneficial.

Knowledge & Skills

• Good analytical and structured problem‑solving skills.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with OEE, process validation, IQ/OQ/PQ, MSA, PFMEA and change control would be advantageous.
• Good project coordination and stakeholder management skills.
• Comfortable working directly with manufacturing operations and supporting activities on the shopfloor.
• Ability to interpret process performance and identify opportunities to reduce losses and improve productivity.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively across Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering and other cross‑functional teams.
• Proactive, adaptable and able to manage multiple improvement activities and priorities.

What You Will Contribute

As a Process Engineer, you will directly contribute to:

• Improving manufacturing productivity and OEE.
• Reducing process losses and improving operational performance.
• Successful implementation & validation of process and engineering changes.
• Strengthening continuous improvement capabilities within the manufacturing team.
• Maintaining robust and compliant manufacturing processes.
• Supporting a safe, efficient and environmentally responsible manufacturing environment.

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.

Primary Work Location

SGP Tuas - Tuas Plant