Sr. Staff Engineer - Process & Equipment Design

Becton Dickinson NA; Franklin Lakes (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

BD is seeking a leadership role to drive the development, deployment, and industrialization of manufacturing equipment and process technologies for the Specimen Management Business Unit. You will translate NPI and design changes into scalable, compliant manufacturing solutions across multiple sites, collaborating with design, quality, operations, and external suppliers to deliver reliable production.

Success is measured by on-time project execution, improved OEE, reduced COGS, and strict

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute equipment and process technology roadmaps aligned with site priorities.
• Lead capital equipment projects from concept through design, FAT/SAT, installation, validation, and launch.
• Collaborate with Product Design, Quality, Regulatory, Operations, Maintenance, and suppliers to ensure GMP compliance and ramp-up.

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

Position Overview: This position is responsible for leading the development, deployment, and industrialization of manufacturing equipment and process technologies for the Specimen Management Business Unit. This role bridges Product Development and Manufacturing by translating new product introductions (NPI) and design changes into scalable, compliant, and operator-focused manufacturing solutions. Working closely with Product Design, Quality, Operations, Procurement, PMO, and external suppliers, this individual drives equipment implementation, process optimization, and successful production ramp-up across multiple manufacturing sites. Success in this role is measured through on-time project execution, improved Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), reduced Cost of Goods Sold (COGS), and adherence to regulatory and quality requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategy & Technology Planning Develop and execute equipment and process technology roadmaps aligned with business and site priorities. Define User Requirements Specifications (URS) and equipment specifications to support manufacturing, safety, quality, and regulatory requirements. Partner with the PMO to ensure projects remain on schedule, within budget, and aligned with approved scope. Support long-term capital planning and equipment investment strategies.
• Project & Portfolio Leadership Lead multiple capital equipment projects from concept through design, FAT/SAT, installation, validation, and production launch. Manage project portfolios to ensure successful execution and prioritization of resources. Select, manage, and oversee suppliers and equipment vendors, including contract negotiations and performance management. Drive risk management activities through FMEA, design reviews, and validation planning and execution. Ensure compliance with stage-gate governance processes and project management standards.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with Product Design teams to incorporate Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles early in the product development process. Collaborate with Quality and Regulatory teams to ensure compliance with GMP, ISO, FDA, and other applicable regulations. Work closely with Operations and Maintenance teams to optimize equipment reliability, maintainability, and operator safety. Build strong partnerships across internal teams and external suppliers to support successful