Manufacturing Engineer

BD; Mebane (NC); On-site; USD 76,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

BD is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support high-speed automated filling lines for diagnostic reagents at USA NC – Mebane. You will sustain reliable production, improve process performance, and ensure FDA and ISO compliance across filling, capping, and labeling systems.

In this role you’ll troubleshoot issues, analyze data with Excel or Minitab, perform RCA/DMAIC, and collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to drive equipment improvements and validation activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering required.
• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Experience with automated high-speed filling, capping, or packaging lines.
• Working knowledge of FDA, GMP, and ISO 13485 requirements.
• Experience with process validation and RCA/DMAIC.
• Data analysis and graphical presentation using Excel or Minitab.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day engineering support for automated filling lines.
• Monitor performance metrics (OEE, yield, downtime) via data analysis.
• Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams on equipment upgrades.
• Support capital projects with OEMs for troubleshooting.
• Assist in validation activities and maintain SOPs.

Skills

5+ years manufacturing engineering

Automated high-speed filling

Data analysis (Excel, Minitab)

FDA/GMP/ISO13485 knowledge

Root cause analysis (RCA, DMAIC)

CAD for line layouts

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

CAD software

Minitab

Excel

Job description

As a result of the combination of the BD Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business with Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT), by applying to this role, you will be applying for a position with Waters. Waters is a global leader in life sciences, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, Waters’ innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across biology, chemistry, and physics. Waters collaborates with analytical laboratories around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, assure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combatting growing antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, Waters’ passionate team of approximately 16,000 colleagues partner with customers to turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.

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

Manufacturing Engineer

Position Summary

We are looking for a motivated Manufacturing Engineer to support high-speed automated filling operations for medical diagnostic reagents. This role focuses on sustaining reliable production, improving process performance, and ensuring compliance with FDA and ISO requirements. The engineer partners cross-functionally to troubleshoot issues, optimize equipment, and drive continuous improvement projects across filling, capping, and labeling systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day engineering support for automated filling lines, including troubleshooting of process variability, equipment downtime, and line inefficiencies
• Monitor and improve performance metrics (OEE, yield, downtime, scrap) using data-driven analysis and decisions.
• Lead root cause investigations and plans to drive implementation of effective countermeasures.
• Identify through data analysis and execute continuous improvement initiatives to increase throughput and equipment reliability.
• Collaborate with other engineers and Maintenance teams to perform root cause and develop solutions on all aspect of production equipment
• Support equipment upgrades, commissioning, and integration of new technologies
• Utilize CAD software to design, modify, and document mechanical components, tooling, line layouts, and equipment improvements
• Participate in validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) and maintain compliant documentation (SOPs, work instructions)
• Ensure adherence to FDA QMSR, ISO 13485, and GMP requirements

Additional Responsibilities

• Support audits and change control processes
• Partner with Reliability/Maintenance teams to improve PM strategies, spare parts management, and equipment uptime
• Support capital projects, working with OEMs for troubleshooting, upgrades, and installations

Education and Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing engineering experience
• Experience with automated high-speed filling, capping, or packaging lines
• Working knowledge of FDA, GMP, and ISO 13485 requirements
• Experience with process validation and structured problem solving (RCA, DMAIC)
• Data analysis and graphical presentation to drive decisions and prioritization using Excel or other software such as Minitab.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing engineering experience (medical device, pharma, or diagnostics industry are preferred)
• Familiarity with PLC/HMI systems and industrial automation

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.

Compensation

The expected compensation range for this role is 75,800.00 - 121,300.00 USD Annual Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and geographic location.

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 NC - Mebane

Additional Locations

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