Tech 2, Product Development Engineering

3M HEALTHCARE; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Becton, Dickinson & Company is seeking a Research Assistant to support product development in a cleanroom laboratory environment. You will collaborate with Product Development Engineers to plan, execute, analyze, and report on material, process, and device evaluations using specialized laboratory equipment.

The role emphasizes documenting experimental methods and results, supporting the manufacturing of medical devices in a compliant setting, and handling APIs and solvents safely, while

Qualifications

• Experience in a regulated medical device or similar environment.
• Ability to document methods, results, and observations accurately.
• Comfort with laboratory equipment and chemical handling.
• Strong attention to safety, quality, and cGMP documentation.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, analyze, and report on R&D studies involving material, process, and device evaluations using lab equipment.
• Document methods, results, and observations in notebooks, protocols, and reports; escalate deviations per compliance rules.
• Support manufacturing in a cleanroom by following written/verbal work instructions to meet timelines and quality goals.
• Handle APIs and solvents safely in controlled environments.
• Maintain cleanroom and lab spaces; stock supplies, place orders, track deliveries, and verify materials with suppliers.
• Assist with audits, inspections, and continuous improvement activities related to cleanliness and compliance.

Skills

Effective communication

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Follow procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree

Tools

Microscopes

SEMs

Ovens

Conditioning chambers

Vacuum pumps

Pouch sealers

Tensile testers

Job description

Job Description

Becton, Dickinson & Company is seeking a Research Assistant to support product development in a cleanroom laboratory environment. The role involves collaborative work with Product Development Engineers to plan, execute, analyze, and report on material, process, and device evaluations using specialized laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Product Development Engineers to plan, execute, analyze, and report on R&D studies involving material, process, and device evaluations using laboratory equipment such as microscopes, SEMs, ovens, conditioning chambers, vacuum pumps, pouch sealers, and tensile/mechanical testers.
• Accurately document experimental methods, results, and observations in laboratory notebooks, protocols, and reports, promptly escalating unexpected results or process deviations in accordance with cGMP, safety, and quality system requirements.
• Support manufacturing of medical devices in a cleanroom environment by following written and verbal work instructions to consistently produce safe and effective products while collaborating with technicians, operators, and engineers to meet project timelines and quality objectives.
• Handle active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and solvents safely.
• Maintain clean, organized, and compliant cleanroom and laboratory spaces, ensure adequate stocking of supplies, place purchase orders, track deliveries, work with suppliers to verify materials, and support audits, inspections, and continuous improvement activities related to cleanliness and compliance.
• Complete all assigned training in a timely manner, including safety, quality, and procedural training, and actively identify opportunities for product, process, and workflow improvements, communicating recommendations to engineering and management teams.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED with 5+ years of experience in medical device manufacturing or a similar regulated industry.
• Ability to recognize abnormal or unexpected results and escalating issues appropriately.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Comfort working with laboratory equipment and handling chemicals in a controlled environment.
• Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to safety, quality, and documentation accuracy.

Preferred Requirements

• Associate’s Degree with 3+ years of experience in medical device manufacturing or a similar field. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in cleanroom, laboratory, and office environments.
• Required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE): masks, hair nets, beard covers, safety glasses, gloves, and coveralls.
• Ability to stand for significant portions of the shift and perform hands‑on technical tasks.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Becton, Dickinson & 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. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.