Plant Project Engineer: Innovation & Efficiency Leader

bdx; Sandy (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

BD is a leading global medical technology company. BD seeks a Project Engineer to drive innovation and operational excellence at the Sandy, Utah plant, delivering measurable results from concept through implementation.

You will lead multi-functional teams, develop plans and budgets, and manage capital expenditures while pursuing continuous improvement and safety in a fast-paced healthcare environment. This role emphasizes collaboration with vendors and internal partners to optimize manufacturing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years leading continuous improvement projects within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with machine design and manufacturing equipment.
• Knowledge of safety and ergonomic principles.
• Project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-functional project teams to implement strategic plant initiatives, achieve cost savings targets, and support business continuity.
• Develop project plans, business justifications, technical specifications, and budgets.
• Prepare and submit capital expenditure requests.
• Manage a diverse portfolio of projects including product design changes, sustainability initiatives, process improvements, and equipment implementation.
• Identify, develop, and implement continuous improvement opportunities that enhance performance and efficiency.
• Generate and champion new project ideas that bring value for the business.
• Collaborate with vendors on equipment design, specifications, concepts, and contract negotiations.
• Oversee equipment purchases, installations, and the development of new manufacturing processes and machinery.
• Provide creative leadership in solving complex operational and technical challenges.
• Independently identify solutions, secure resources, and drive projects to successful completion.
• Research, evaluate, and implement new technologies to improve manufacturing operations.
• Develop and implement test methods, process validations, and measurement system analyses.
• Support additional business initiatives and projects as needed.

Skills

Accountability

Continuous Improvement

Decision Making

Identifying Solutions

Problem Solving

Process Changes

Process Improvements

Project Management

Project Planning

Teamwork

Validation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, Science, or a related field

Tools

Minitab

SolidWorks

Job description

BD is a leading global medical technology company. BD seeks a Project Engineer to drive innovation and operational excellence at the Sandy, Utah plant, delivering measurable results from concept through implementation.

You will lead multi-functional teams, develop plans and budgets, and manage capital expenditures while pursuing continuous improvement and safety in a fast-paced healthcare environment. This role emphasizes collaboration with vendors and internal partners to optimize manufacturing