Job Description Summary

As a Senior Principal Systems Engineer, this individual is responsible for developing and maintaining the System Requirements and architecture for new products and is expected to collaborate with multiple disciplines that support the development of new products within our Advanced Patient Monitoring business.

In addition, this individual is expected to support system characterization, systems verification and validation planning and developing protocols if needed to test system functionality and requirements and reports documenting that effort. The role is expected to work cross-functionally with Quality, Regulatory, Marketing and Manufacturing as part of the new product development process at BD Advanded Patient Monitoring.

Job Description

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.

Key Responsibilities:

Works directly with marketing, field sales, and clinicians to define high level system requirements, product concepts, user interfaces, patient-contact parts and disposables, and interfaces to external systems and medical devices.Initiate and lead in the improvement, design and optimization of highly complex experiments and tests, analyze results, provide complex recommendations, and develop reports, based on engineering principles that translate to innovative products
Generate work instructions, test methods, engineering models and drawings/prototypes, etc., to establish/characterize product and/or process specifications
Oversee R&D support tasks; give instruction to technicians/engineers on conducting tests; train technicians/engineers and provide feedback; and coordinate technician/engineer work.
May lead cross functional teams through complex design control activities including requirement specs, and risk documents with substantial knowledge on design control requirements
Develop project plans to assess complex technology and drive project results
Provide direction and guidance on strategies related to technical solution areas
Proactively identify issues, achieve resolution, and resolve problems of highly significant complexity on designing parts, components and subsystems
Train, coach, and guide lower level employees on more complex procedures

Basic Qualifications:

Required Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical ,Electrical, Biomedical, Software) or Scientific field & 8 + years of experience. – OR –
Master's Degree or equivalent in Engineering or Scientific field & 7+ years of experience with test method development and writing test plans is required – OR –
Ph.D. or equivalent in Engineering or Scientific field & 4+ years of experience with test method development and writing test plans is required

Required Experience & Qualifications:

Has previously worked in the medical device industry
Statistical experience is required
Has previous experience working with electromechanical instrumentation
Experience writing system level requirements and working with different functional groups to decompose into hardware, software, usability and mechanical requirements
Experience with writing and execution system verification and validation protocols.
Strong understanding of IEC 6060-1 and relevant medical device standards

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience leading technical projects and/or teams through new product development phases to product launch
Ability to adapt to change in a fast-paced environment
Previous experience working with requirement management tools such as PTC, Polarion, JAMA or DOORS.
Clinical workflow understanding in the hemodynamic monitoring space
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast paced environment

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, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers

Becton, Dickinson, and 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.

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Primary Work Location

USA CA - Irvine Laguna Canyon

Additional Locations

Work Shift

At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates—their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You.

Salary or hourly rate ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates’ progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. The salary or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and any step rate pay system of the actual work location, as applicable to the role or position. Salary or hourly pay ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles.

Salary Range Information

$124,700.00 - $205,800.00 USD Annual

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