Sr Staff Systems Engineer

Becton Dickinson NA; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

On-site work environment

Job summary

Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD) in North Carolina seeks a Sr Staff Systems Engineer to lead design, development and maintenance of pharmacy automation products in the Vial and Central Solutions portfolio. You will own system requirements, risk analyses, and verification plans in a regulated healthcare environment.

The role requires strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to mentor junior engineers while improving systems engineering processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM.
• 8+ years in systems engineering for electromechanical/robotics products.
• Experience across all phases of product development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Lead systems engineering activities across vial and central solutions products throughout lifecycle.
• Define system requirements, architecture and design, ensuring regulatory alignment.
• Perform risk analyses (FMEA, hazard) and drive verification/validation planning.
• Collaborate with software, hardware and cross-functional teams for seamless integration.
• Mentor junior engineers and drive continuous improvement in processes.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Collaboration

Self-management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering / related STEM

Tools

DOORS

Jama Connect

FMEA

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. 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.

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