Sr Process Engineer

BD; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BD is a global medical technology leader committed to advancing health. We are seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to be the SME for core processes at the El Paso site, driving Lean initiatives, OEE improvements, and process validation in a regulated environment.

You will coach engineers and operators, optimize material flow, and develop robust documentation to ensure compliant, efficient production. Join a team focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
• 3 years medical device manufacturing preferred.
• Experience with FDA regulations and GMP/compliance.
• Strong problem‑solving and data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for assigned manufacturing processes.
• Coach and mentor Process Engineers, Technicians, and Operators.
• Lead OEE tracking across manufacturing lines and drive improvements.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, SOPs, and specs.
• Lead validation activities in compliance with FDA and QMS requirements.
• Support CAPEX projects, equipment validation, and start‑up activities.
• Facilitate cross‑functional problem solving using DMAIC, RCA, and 5‑Why.

Skills

OEE analysis

Lean Manufacturing

Data analytics

Six Sigma

DMAIC

Root Cause Analysis

5-Why techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree 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 Description

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Manufacturing Excellence & Continuous Improvement

• Serve as the site's Subject Matter Expert (SME) for assigned manufacturing processes.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and technical guidance to Process Engineers, Engineering Technicians, and Operations personnel.
• Lead activities to track, analyze, and monitor Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) across all manufacturing lines.
• Identify improvement opportunities through OEE analysis and lead implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity, quality, throughput, and cost efficiency.
• Support sustaining engineering and process improvement projects within manufacturing operations.
• Utilize data analytics and statistical methods to identify process trends and recommend improvements.
• Actively participate in BD Excellence initiatives and continuous improvement programs.
• Review and approve engineering documentation, validation protocols, and technical assessments

Process Engineering & Operational Support

• Serve as the Manufacturing Engineering representative and liaison for new product introductions, process transfers, equipment implementation, and manufacturing projects.
• Ensure manufacturing processes within the "four walls" of the El Paso facility are properly designed, developed, implemented, optimized, and documented.
• Lead efforts to improve the flow of materials, processes, information, and personnel throughout manufacturing operations.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, standard operating procedures, and engineering specifications.
• Provide technical support to Production, Quality, Materials, Maintenance, and Operations teams.

Validation & Regulatory Compliance

• Lead and execute validation activities in compliance with FDA regulations, Quality System requirements, and company procedures.
• Develop, execute, and approve validation protocols and reports including: Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), Performance Qualification (PQ), Computer System Validation (CSV),
• Ensure manufacturing processes, equipment, and systems remain in a validated state.
• Support internal and external audits and regulatory inspections.

Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis

• Serve as the technical lead for manufacturing floor problem-solving activities.
• Facilitate cross-functional teams to investigate and resolve process, equipment, quality, and productivity issues.
• Utilize structured problem-solving methodologies including DMAIC, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Fishbone Diagrams, and 5-Why techniques.
• Support customer complaint investigations and corrective action implementation.

Capacity Planning & Capital Projects

• Evaluate manufacturing capacity requirements based on production forecasts provided by Materials, Supply Chain, and Finance teams.
• Develop and execute projects to increase manufacturing capacity and operational efficiency.
• Prepare capital expenditure requests, spending budgets, and financial justifications.
• Create and submit capital authorization packages, including CB2 requests, for equipment and process improvements.
• Manage equipment acquisition, installation, qualification, and startup activities.

Equipment Reliability & Maintenance Support

• Partner with Maintenance to develop and improve preventive maintenance programs.
• Lead equipment performance improvement initiatives to enhance reliability and uptime.
• Support spare parts management activities to ensure critical equipment availability.
• Participate in equipment troubleshooting and failure analysis.

Safety, Compliance & Environmental Responsibilities

• Promote a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure manufacturing processes comply with EHS standards and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve workplace safety and ergonomics.
• Ensure proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements are established and followed for all process steps.
• Participate in risk assessments and hazard mitigation activities.

Minimum Requirement

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, required.
• 3 years medical device manufacturing, preferred.

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.

Primary Work Location

USA TX - El Paso - Northwestern Dr.