Process Engineer

Becton Dickinson Medical Devices•Sumter, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are the makers of possible 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. We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us. Job summary Reports to the Manufacturing Unit Technical Leader. Responsible for the implementation of project and process support activities toward attainment of departmental and plant goals. Primary focus in areas of capacity expansion, quality/waste improvement and cost improvement programs. Required to balance multiple assignments of varying scope and complexity. Essential functions Responsible for the design and implementation of machine improvements and capital equipment project management activities. Proficient in mechanical design and troubleshooting. Guides staff in troubleshooting and upkeep of mechanisms driven by cams, along with pneumatic and hydraulic equipment employed in the production process. Supports the plant manufacturing effort, with proven ability to identify problems and pursue plans toward their resolution. Clear understanding of the role of Engineering in a manufacturing environment. Has knowledge of accurate Engineering practices and vendor relationships. Coordinates activities between equipment vendors, Division R & D, and plant functional departments. Manages projects of moderate to large scope requiring extensive coordination. Prepares and submits capital appropriation requests and controls expenditures on these projects. Knowledgeable about established safety standards and collaborate with equipment operation. Completes or supervises the necessary designs, drawings, calculations, and specifications on associated equipment. Recommends vendors for commercial items and materials needed for projects. Determines which elements of a job are suitable for in-house fabrication or revision and which items should be contracted. Secures quotations and selects contractors, directing their efforts to satisfactory completion of the necessary work. Recommends and implements capital equipment or process modifications, including physical installation, debugging, and training of production personnel. Responsible for all associated documentation, including validations, Operations Procedures, Preventive Maintenance schedules, Engineering Change Notifications, and spare parts listings. Develops a firm understanding of all equipment to include setup, adjustment, and assessment of possible improvements. Attains budgeted cost reductions and efficiency gains. Accountable for spending within approved limits on programs. Additional responsibilities Performs other duties as required by the Engineering Supervisor. Directs the efforts of support personnel in the modification, adjustment, removal, and installation of equipment. May provide functional supervision of other Engineers toward attainment of assignments.

Requirements

Bachelor's or equivalent experience in Chemical, Mechanical or Bioengineering.
Will consider length of experience in lieu of Degree.
All levels of experience shall be considered, compensation to align with experience.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the design and implementation of machine improvements and capital equipment project management activities.
Proficient in mechanical design and troubleshooting.
Guides staff in troubleshooting and upkeep of mechanisms driven by cams, along with pneumatic and hydraulic equipment employed in the production process.
Supports the plant manufacturing effort, with proven ability to identify problems and pursue plans toward their resolution.
Clear understanding of the role of Engineering in a manufacturing environment.
Has knowledge of accurate Engineering practices and vendor relationships.
Coordinates activities between equipment vendors, Division R & D, and plant functional departments.
Manages projects of moderate to large scope requiring extensive coordination.
Prepares and submits capital appropriation requests and controls expenditures on these projects.
Knowledgeable about established safety standards and collaborate with equipment operation.
Completes or supervises the necessary designs, drawings, calculations, and specifications on associated equipment.
Recommends vendors for commercial items and materials needed for projects.
Determines which elements of a job are suitable for in-house fabrication or revision and which items should be contracted.
Secures quotations and selects contractors, directing their efforts to satisfactory completion of the necessary work.
Recommends and implements capital equipment or process modifications, including physical installation, debugging, and training of production personnel.
Responsible for all associated documentation, including validations, Operations Procedures, Preventive Maintenance schedules, Engineering Change Notifications, and spare parts listings.
Develops a firm understanding of all equipment to include setup, adjustment, and assessment of possible improvements.
Attains budgeted cost reductions and efficiency gains.
Accountable for spending within approved limits on programs.
Performs other duties as required by the Engineering Supervisor.
Directs the efforts of support personnel in the modification, adjustment, removal, and installation of equipment.
May provide functional supervision of other Engineers toward attainment of assignments.