Staff Hardware Engineer

Becton Dickinson Medical Devices•San Diego, CA

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: As a Staff Hardware Engineer at Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD), you will be a key contributor to the design, development, and testing of innovative medical device hardware. You will leverage your expertise to ensure the creation of high-quality, reliable, and compliant electronic systems that advance healthcare technology. The ideal candidate will have excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting experience along with strong written and verbal communication skills. The ability to clearly articulate complex technical concepts and able to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team in a fast-paced environment is key for this opportunity.

Requirements

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
8+ years of experience in hardware design and development
Strong proficiency in analog and digital circuit design, including microcontrollers/microprocessors, FPGAs, sensor interfaces, power management, and communication protocols (e.g., I2C, SPI, UART, USB, Ethernet).
Technically adept in LabVIEW programming and the physical assembly and configuration of National Instruments (NI) hardware.
Proven experience in the design and construction of automated test fixtures and electromechanical test assemblies
Demonstrated experience with hardware verification and validation methodologies, including hands-on experience with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, logic analyzers).
Familiarity with regulatory standards for medical devices (e.g., FDA QSR, ISO 13485, IEC 60601).
Experience with design for manufacturing (DFM) and design for testability (DFT).

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Electronics Engineering.
Hardware design and development experience within the medical device industry.
Experience with SolidWorks or other 3D CAD software.
NI Certified LabVIEW Developer (CLD) or Architect (CLA) certification.
Knowledge of Test Method Validation (TMV) with practical applications including Gage R&R and alternative MSAs.
Background in SQL development and associated database toolkits for test data management.

Responsibilities

Design, program, and assemble custom automated test fixtures and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) systems to support hardware validation and verification testing, adhering to industry standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., IEC 60601).
Read schematic to use signal outputs from medical devices to develop test fixtures to automate and collect data
Conduct detailed analysis, simulation, and prototyping of hardware designs and associate NI-based test systems to verify functionality, performance, and reliability.
Collaborate cross-functionally with software, mechanical, systems, reliability engineering, and manufacturing engineering teams to ensure seamless integration, manufacturability and design for testability (DFT)of hardware designs.
Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and procedures for hardware verification and validation, utilizing LabVIEW-based automation where applicable, including EMC/EMI testing, environmental testing, and functional performance testing.
Diagnosing and troubleshooting complex hardware issues and automated test equipment, performing root cause analysis and implementing effective corrective actions.
Prepare and maintain thorough design documentation, including specifications, schematics, test fixture wiring diagrams, BOMs, test reports, and design review materials throughout the product development lifecycle.
Act as a technical mentor to junior engineers, providing guidance and support on hardware design principles, best practices, and problem-solving techniques.
Stay abreast of new technologies, industry trends, and regulatory changes relevant to medical device hardware development, and propose innovative solutions.
Participate in risk management activities, including hazard analysis and FMEA, to identify and mitigate potential hardware-related risks.