Quality Engineer II

Becton Dickinson; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Becton, Dickinson and Company in Tempe, AZ is seeking a technical leader to drive risk management, design validation, and manufacturing process development for medical devices.

You will lead cross-functional teams, develop test methods, perform supplier audits, and ensure ISO 13485/14971 compliance while translating design inputs into robust manufacturing controls.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering.
• Minimum two years’ experience in engineering or Quality engineering within the medical device/pharma industry.
• Knowledge of ISO 13485 and ISO 14971 with risk-based decision making.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of risk assessments and test methods.
• Lead component qualifications, design validation/verification and process validation.
• Support regulatory submissions and supplier audits.
• Coordinate product development activity and project updates.

Skills

Quality engineering

Risk assessment

Statistical methods

Root cause analysis

Process validation

Design validation

Test method development

Cross-functional leadership

Regulatory awareness ISO 13485/14971

Education

BS in 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 Responsibilities

Technical leadership skills including an understanding of medical device operations (e.g., medical device manufacturing, process development, quality assurance) Leads development of risk assessments and test methods Leads component qualifications, design validation / verification and process validation Leads product investigations Ability to make and present risked based decisions Assess product changes against product design Supports translation of design inputs into manufacturing control plans Develop and implement procedures to comply with corporate and industry standards. Coordinates and/or directs all aspects of product development activity related to a product line Leads development of risk assessments and test methods Quality engineering representation on Product Development Teams Prepare and present project updates and technical discussions Participate in project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and tracking Support internal and external supplier audits Provide support to the regulatory department in writing technical submissions Complies with company procedures and policies, government regulations Ability to travel for business, project, and issues approximately up to 25% of time Other duties and projects, as assigned

Education and Experience

BS in Engineering Minimum of two years’ experience in engineering or Quality engineering experience within the medical device, pharmaceutical, or equivalent industry.

Knowledge and Skills

Required Qualifications: Knows how products are used and impact the user(s) so that risk can be managed effectively Apply Quality Engineering tools (Sampling Plans, Root Cause Analysis, Statistics, etc.) Ability to lead creation of risk management files Ability to develop solutions with business impact Advanced statistical and risk assessment techniques Working knowledge of test method (development and validation), equipment qualifications, process and design validation, risk assessment techniques, and component qualification methodologies Ability to make and present risk-based decisions Strong interpersonal skills Ability to analyze and optimize manufacturing and quality systems Product, design & prototyping Ability to create and provide training Problem solving ability Ability to create, review and coordinate test protocols and reports Ability to generate engineering proposals Oral and written presentation skills Ability to Lead cross functional teams Understanding of regulatory requirements including ISO 13485, ISO 14971

Preferred Qualifications

• Quality Engineering Certification (ASQ) or equivalent Electrical Engineering degree

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use sight, and use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools, controls, and office equipment. The employee frequently is required to verbally communicate with other associates. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel or crouch.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be in an open cubicle environment. 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

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.

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.

Location and Shift

Primary Work Location USA AZ - Tempe Headquarters 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.