Senior Instrument Test Technician

BD; Sparks Corner (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

BD is seeking an Instrument Test Technician 2 to perform production assembly, system analysis, and testing on multiple instruments in a regulated environment. You will troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, or software issues and collaborate with engineering to optimize performance.

The role requires hands-on problem solving, attention to GMP and quality standards, and the ability to train associates while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant electrical, mechanical, or software troubleshooting experience.
• BD Electrical/Instrument Testing Competency Assessment completed.
• Ability to lead CI and quality reviews, root-cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Build, integrate, and understand the entire assembly process for instruments.
• Perform functional and release testing on at least one complex instrument.
• Analyze results to determine pass/fail and propose solutions.
• Investigate root causes and communicate findings for quality investigations.
• Provide system performance optimization using pass/fail data.
• Train associates on mechanical and testing activities.
• Ensure compliance with GMP and BD safety and quality standards.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Purchasing as needed.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Work overtime as required to meet BD business requirements.

Skills

Leadership

CI/Lean

Reading drawings

English proficiency

Time management

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

AA degree in mechatronics or relevant field

Completion of BD Electrical/Instrument Testing Competency Assessment

Tools

Torque drivers

Gauges

Bits

Job description

BD is seeking an Instrument Test Technician 2 to perform production assembly, system analysis, and testing on multiple instruments in a regulated environment. You will troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, or software issues and collaborate with engineering to optimize performance.

The role requires hands-on problem solving, attention to GMP and quality standards, and the ability to train associates while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.