Manufacturing Project Engineer

Becton Dickinson NA; Canaan (CT); On-site; USD 130,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

BD is seeking a Project Manager to lead cross-functional teams, delivering high-speed manufacturing projects on time and within budget. You will balance technical, regulatory, and business needs, ensuring smooth transitions of new products into production and commercialization.

You will coordinate with manufacturing, commercialization, and other functions, owning end-to-end project management from planning to closeout, coaching teams, and applying advanced problem-solving to keep programs on

Qualifications

• BS-Engineering or related field.
• 2 years experience as a Project Manager in high speed/volume manufacturing.
• Proven experience as a multi-functional Team Lead or Member.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional project teams to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Balance technical, regulatory, operational, and business requirements.
• Ensure smooth transition of new products, processes, or equipment into manufacturing and commercialization.
• Coordinate activities across multidisciplinary teams to meet objectives, customer expectations, and regulatory requirements.
• Own end-to-end project management, including planning, launch, tracking, communications, milestones, risk management, and course correction.
• Provide leadership and coaching for cross-functional teams within a matrix organization.
• Apply advanced problem-solving methodologies to resolve issues throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor and manage project budgets and timelines, communicating risks or variances to prevent delays and cost overruns.
• Develop project protocols and engineering justifications using sound engineering principles and methods.
• Support equipment implementation through turnkey validation protocols and project closeout.

Skills

Project Leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Regulatory understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

We are the people who give possibilities purposeBD 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 Responsibilities:

• Lead cross-functional project teams to successfully deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Drive project execution by balancing technical, regulatory, operational, and business requirements.
• Ensure a smooth transition of new products, processes, or equipment into manufacturing and commercialization.
• Partner closely with manufacturing, commercialization, and other functional teams to align project goals and execution plans.
• Coordinate activities across multidisciplinary teams to ensure programs meet business objectives, customer expectations, and regulatory requirements.
• Own end-to-end project management, including planning, launch, tracking, communications, milestone achievement, risk management, critical path analysis, and course correction.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and development for cross-functional teams while effectively managing within a matrix organization.
• Apply advanced problem-solving methodologies to resolve issues and overcome challenges throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor and manage project budgets and timelines, proactively communicating risks or variances to prevent delays and cost overruns.
• Develop project protocols and prepare engineering justifications using sound engineering principles, statistical methods, and industry best practices.
• Support equipment implementation through end-of-project turnkey validation protocols and successful project closeout.

Required Qualifications:

• BS-Engineering - Ideal candidate will have a degree in Packaging, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering.
• 2 years experience as a Project Manager or Project Leader in a high speed/high volume manufacturing environment such as disposable medical device, food or beverage manufacturing or pharmaceutical (proprietary or OTC)
• Proven experience as a multi-functional Team Lead or Member

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMPSS or LSS

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong communication skills - including presentation and platform
• Must have substantial fast paced work environment exposure
• PMP is preferred; SS or LSS certification is a big plus

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.

At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. 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 that include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), paid time off, company holidays, disability coverage, and other company-sponsored benefits.

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. Salary Range $129,600.00 - 207,400.00 USD Annual

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 SkillsOptional Skills.Primary Work LocationUSA CT - CanaanAdditional LocationsWork ShiftNA (United States of America)