Sr Staff Systems Engineer

BD; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

BD is seeking a Senior Staff Systems Engineer to drive design, development, and maintenance of pharmacy automation products in the Vial and Central Solutions portfolio. You will lead technical initiatives, ensure system integrity, and push continuous improvement in a regulated setting.

Responsibilities include defining requirements and architecture, performing advanced risk analyses, and coordinating verification/validation activities.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of systems engineering experience in electromechanical and robotics products.
• Experience leading lifecycle activities from concept to post-market support.
• Ability to manage requirements and perform risk analyses in regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead systems engineering activities across vial and central solutions portfolios.
• Define system requirements, architecture, and design docs with regulatory alignment.
• Perform FMEA, hazard analyses, and develop verification/validation plans.
• Collaborate with software/hardware teams and mentor junior engineers.
• Represent systems engineering in design reviews and regulatory audits.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or CS

Tools

DOORS

Jama Connect

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

Job Summary

The Sr Staff Systems Engineer will play a pivotal role in the design, development, and maintenance of pharmacy automation products in Vial and Central Solutions portfolio within the Pharmacy Automation Business. This individual will lead technical initiatives, ensure system integrity and performance, and drive continuous improvement within a regulated environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the systems engineering activities within the vial and central solutions portfolio products throughout their lifecycle, from concept to post-market support.
• Define and document system requirements, architecture, and design specifications, ensuring compliance with general US based regulatory standards.
• Perform complex system-level analysis, including risk assessments, failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), and hazard analysis.
• Develop and execute comprehensive verification and validation plans and protocols, ensuring robust system testing.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with software, hardware, and other cross-functional teams to ensure seamless product development and integration.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system-level issues, applying root cause analysis techniques.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of systems engineering processes and tools.
• Represent the systems engineering function in technical reviews, design discussions, and regulatory audits.

Requires Skills/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related STEM.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in systems engineering, with a significant portion in the electromechanical and robotics products
• Demonstrated expertise in all phases of the product development lifecycle for complex systems.
• Proficiency in requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS, Jama Connect).
• Experience with risk management methodologies and tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities, with the capacity to influence and collaborate effectively across teams.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a highly collaborative team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Master's degree preferred.

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.

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 health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

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.

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.

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.

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 NC - Durham - Roche Drive