Staff 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline (Master’s preferred).
Extensive experience (typically 8+ years) in mechanical engineering within regulated manufacturing environments.
Demonstrated expertise in mechanical system design, automation, and manufacturing equipment.
Strong working knowledge of FDA, ISO, cGMP, and medical device manufacturing requirements.
Proven ability to lead complex technical projects and influence cross‑functional teams.

Nice To Haves

Experience with high‑speed automated assembly, injection molding, or packaging equipment.
Capital project execution and vendor management experience.
Hands‑on experience with equipment design reviews, validation, and production support.
Strong communication skills with the ability to present technical content to leadership.

Responsibilities

Lead the mechanical design, specification, and implementation of complex manufacturing equipment, tooling, and automation systems.
Apply advanced mechanical engineering principles across a wide range of manufacturing technologies (assembly, molding, packaging, robotics, motion systems).
Provide expert‑level problem solving for complex, cross‑functional manufacturing and equipment issues.
Develop innovative, practical, and compliant technical solutions for high‑risk or high‑impact challenges.
Lead capital projects from concept through design, build, validation, and commercialization.
Support or lead equipment FAT/SAT, commissioning, IQ/OQ/PQ, and production ramp‑up activities.
Develop technical scope, risk assessments, schedules, and cost estimates for capital and sustaining projects.
Collaborate closely with R&D, Quality, Validation, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and external vendors.
Ensure all designs and implementations meet BD Quality System, FDA, ISO, and cGMP requirements.
Support deviation investigations, CAPAs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Incorporate DFMEA, PFMEA, risk management, and design controls into all mechanical engineering activities.
Provide technical direction, coaching, and mentorship to engineers and technicians.
Influence without authority across matrixed teams and global sites.
Contribute to engineering standards, best practices, and technology roadmaps.