Sr. Systems Engineer I

Becton Dickinson; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Waters is seeking a Systems Engineer to drive lifecycle management of cellular analysis, cell sorting, and laboratory automation. You will evaluate cross-disciplinary interactions among software, hardware, reagents, and workflows to influence product performance and quality.

The role requires coordinating across software, mechanical, electrical, fluidics, optics, and reagent technologies, leading cross-functional investigations, and delivering results within timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering is required.
• 4+ years of industrial systems engineering experience.
• Experience in flow cytometry, cell analysis, or related areas preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support system-level investigations across hardware, software, reagents, and workflows.
• Develop and execute test protocols and data-driven actions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of product specifications and monitoring.
• Translate findings into actionable recommendations for multiple teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet program needs.

Skills

Systems engineering

Flow cytometry knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

As a result of the combination of the BD Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business with Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT), by applying to this role, you will be applying for a position with Waters. Waters is a global leader in life sciences, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, Waters' innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across biology, chemistry, and physics. Waters collaborates with analytical laboratories around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, assure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combatting growing antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, Waters' passionate team of approximately 16,000 colleagues partner with customers to turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.

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Job Description

Play a critical role in the lifecycle management of cellular analysis, cell sorting, and laboratory automation technologies as a Systems Engineer. This role requires a systems-level perspective to evaluate issues across complex, integrated products, understanding how software, hardware, QC reagents, manufacturing processes, and customer workflows interact to influence product performance, quality, reliability, and the customer experience. The engineer will apply scientific methods, experimental design, and statistical analysis to troubleshoot issues, develop test strategies, propose and refine product specifications, strengthen quality monitoring systems, and support technology development. Success in this role requires the ability to integrate information across multiple engineering disciplines, including software, mechanical, electrical, fluidics, optics, and reagent technologies, to characterize system-level functionality and performance. The ideal candidate has a demonstrated track record of leading and participating in cross-functional investigations and/or programs, influencing technical decisions, and delivering results in a collaborative environment under defined timelines.

Role Responsibilities

• Support flow cytometry platforms, including system-level troubleshooting, change impact assessment, verification planning, investigation support , and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop and maintain technical expertise in bead reagent products and their application within flow cytometry systems and customer workflows.
• Support risk and hazard analysis , regulatory assessments , field actions , and/ or technology transfer.
• Support characterization and integration activities for complex systems, evaluating interactions among hardware, software, reagents, and customer workflows.
• Develop and execute formal and informal test protocols. Use finding s to drive data - driven decisions for design iterations , root cause determinations, corrective actions, and product and/or process improvements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of products, processes, specifications, and monitoring strategies.
• Work effectively and collaboratively in a cross functional team and with external partners to identify , communicate, and mitigate program needs at each product lifecycle.
• Translate complex technical findings into clear, actionable recommendations for Quality, Manufacturing, Service Engineering, R&D, Regulatory, and Leadership teams.

Required Skills/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline, e.g. Physics, Biomedical, Electrical, or Mechanical, required
• 4+ years of Industrial experience in systems engineering, product development, or sustaining in a relevant field.
• Experience in one or more areas related to flow cytometry or cell analysis such as signal processing, embedded systems, electronics, software, fluidics, optics, and/or assay reagents strongly preferred.
• Experience executing System Level Characterization, Integration or Test Procedures.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Masters or PhD. preferred.
• Familiarity with regulations and compliance testing is desired

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, w