Manufacturing Automation Engineer

Becton, Dickinson and Company; Canaan (CT); On-site; USD 106,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

BD is seeking an experienced engineer to lead automation and equipment design for CT-based manufacturing systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance, efficient manufacturing, and cost-effective production.

The role emphasizes project leadership, lifecycle management, and successful ramp-up of new equipment within a global manufacturing network. Travel up to 25% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering or related field, or equivalent.
• 3+ years in automation, procurement and assembly/packaging experience.
• Experience leading projects end to end.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Lead equipment suppliers, system integrators, and external vendors through the project lifecycle.
• Define and manage supplier scope, costs, timelines, deliverables and technical requirements.
• Plan, witness, and approve Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
• Drive corrective actions and supplier performance improvements.
• Lead design reviews, risk assessments, and machine safety evaluations.
• Develop installation/integration plans and support SAT/commissioning.

Skills

Project management

Organization & planning

Capital budgets

Problem solving

Data analysis

Communication skills

Risk analysis / FMEA

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Controls Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

3D modeling software

Job description

BD is seeking an experienced engineer to lead automation and equipment design for CT-based manufacturing systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance, efficient manufacturing, and cost-effective production.

The role emphasizes project leadership, lifecycle management, and successful ramp-up of new equipment within a global manufacturing network. Travel up to 25% is required.