Intern, R&D Engineering

Becton Dickinson; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Becton, Dickinson and Company in Salt Lake City, UT invites motivated students pursuing a Bachelor's degree in science or engineering to join our engineering team. This early-career role focuses on applying engineering principles, detailing tasks, and collaborating with cross-functional colleagues on real projects.

You will contribute to documentation, testing, and design controls while gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Basic technical writing skills.
• Ability to read drawings.
• Good understanding of engineering principles.
• Demonstrated ability to apply engineering principles.
• Ability to perform testing per written directions.
• Descriptive statistics comprehension.
• Oral and written presentation skills.
• Follow design controls.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Initiates new or revised documentation and tracks through approval.
• Maintains professional relationships with internal/external customers.
• Participates in cross-functional teams.
• Provides technical support on components, materials, methods, systems, equipment.
• Assists in developing test requirements to meet specs/regulations.
• Prepares and presents project updates and technical discussions.
• Executes validation studies on equipment and processes.
• Executes design controls and analyzes inputs.

Skills

Technical writing

Reading drawings

Engineering principles

Testing execution

Data analysis

Presentation skills

Design controls

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in science or engineering

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 Summary of Position with General Responsibilities

The following duties and responsibilities are intended to be representative of the work performed by the incumbent(s) in this position and are not all-inclusive. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility will not preclude it from the position.

Scope

Assist with Assignments

Apply Engineering principles

Detail Oriented

Responsible Team Member

Identify tasks and be task oriented; take ownership of task/project

Results Oriented

Potential Task Assignments within the scope of this position

1. Initiates new or revised documentation and tracks through appropriate approval cycles and implementation
2. Maintains a professional working relationship with internal & external customer and support staff
3. Participates in cross-functional teams.
4. Provides technical support on components, material methods, systems, and equipment.
5. Assists in developing physical and functional test requirements to assure specifications & regulations are met.
6. Writes and reviews protocols, reports, and data.
7. Conducts testing outlined in protocols and test methods
8. Executes validation studies on equipment & processes
9. Executes design controls
10. Analyzes design inputs
11. Trains, understands, and follows company procedures and regulatory requirements.
12. Participates in and provides input to training on department & division procedures, and policies.
13. Prepares and presents oral and written project updates and technical discussions.

Knowledge and Skills

1. Basic Technical writing skills
2. Basic interpersonal skills – active listening
3. Ability to read drawings
4. Good understanding of engineering principles
5. Demonstrated ability to apply engineering principles
6. Ability to perform testing per written directions
7. Demonstrated comprehension of basic descriptive statistics
8. Basic Software application skills
9. Basic problem-solving skills
10. Ability to collect and analyze data and derive conclusions
11. Ability to make recommendations to reach a solution
12. Oral and written presentation skills
13. Ability to follow design controls
14. Ability to work independently

Basic Qualifications

A student working towards a Bachelor's degree in science or engineering. The incumbent must demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the duties and responsibilities.

Physical Requirements

This position is in an office and/or laboratory environment and requires the incumbent to sit, stand, and perform general office functions. The incumbent may also be required to lift up to twenty-five pounds occasionally. The incumbent may be required to stand for extended periods of time. Bending, stooping, and reaching are also frequently required.

Work Environment

The ideal candidate must be able to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment. BD is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that values and actively seeks diversity in the workforce. 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 recognizing 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. For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

#earlycareer 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.

Required Skills Optional Skills . Primary Work Location USA UT - Salt Lake City BAS Additional Locations Work Shift

We are the #MakersofPossible Working together, we make products that patients, families and their healthcare professionals rely on. We do this because we are committed to advancing the world of health™. But it takes the imagination and passion of all of us at BD, from manufacturing to marketing, to look at the impossible and find solutions that turn dreams into possibilities with real-life health benefits for people today, tomorrow and beyond. We make this happen, together. We are the makers of possible. 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.