Principal Automation Engineer

Job description

**Job Description Summary**
Lead all new automation projects, sustaining and Improvement activities for the existing ones.

**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.

**Job Description:**

+ Drive a 10% reduction in scrapped units in the 26ml, 10ml, 3ml manufacturing lines
+ Lead multifunctional teams for the development of new high speed automated equipment for the manufacturing of medical devices.
+ Carries out the responsibilities of an authority on development, fixing, and maintenance of high speed automated equipment within the organization.
+ Analyze product designs for manufacture, assembly, and serviceability.
+ Develop, complete, and document FMEA, process validation, and testing following cGMP guidelines.
+ Ensure that safety, quality, delivery and costs are monitored and managed to meet site specific metrics.
+ Oversee all aspects related to safety procedures and identify/communicate the necessary adjustments to address potential safety concerns, including the proper use of PPE (Personal Protection Equipment).
+ Work with BD production, engineering, quality, and maintenance teams to ensure that goals are met.
+ Maintain primary communication of performance goals and requirements identified by management.
+ Lead CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions) to address systemic issues in the manufacturing and quality systems.

**EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE**

+ BS degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing Technology, or a related Engineering field, or equivalent experience.
+ FDA regulated environment experience.
+ 5+ years of experience managing capital and automation projects in all phases from concept to launch (production phase).

With a strong track record of crafting arguments to support investments and monitor project performance and implementation.
+ Strong Project Management skills with the use of MS Project and Share Point
+ Strong interpersonal and communication skills to all levels in a world class organization
+ Strong experience developing USR, FAT, SAT, CSV, IQ, OQ, PQ Validation Protocols
+ 10+ years of relevant experience/hands on in Controls and Automation Engineering
+ Extensive hands-on experience in programming, fixing, and software changes with the following technologies:

o Robots: FANUC, **ABB,** and Stäubli (strong experience with pick an place applications)

o Rockwell Automation Software: Studio 5000 (RSLogix 5000), Factory Talk Machine Edition/Site Edition, etc.

o ServoMotion Controls System as Kinetix ServoDrives or similar

o Advance process control as Fuzzy Logix, PID Function and Functional Charts Language, Ethernet-IP / TCP-IP Networks.

o It will be desirable that the candidate has PC Software programming experience including in C ++, C Sharp, SQL Server, Visual Basic.

o Development and programming Vision Systems using Cognex and Keyence.

o Product and parts identification including RFID and Barcoding (software, printers, and readers).

**Strong experience with electrical and mechanical design in order to create and interpret the following:**

+ Schematics, Solid/3D models, mechanical drawings, mechanical bills of materials
+ Controls Panel Design/Creation (Research supplier products for assembly components), develop electrical bill of materials.
+ Strong experience with high speed assembly of plastic components with the use of Ultrasonic Welding, RF Forming and welding, UV systems, EFD dispensing systems, among others
+ Six Sigma Training and experience preferred.
+ Bilingual English and Spanish highly desirable.

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.

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**Primary Work Location**
USA TX - El Paso - Northwestern Dr.

**Additional Locations**

**Work Shift**
US BD 1st Shift 8am-5pm (United States of America)

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of 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, or any other protected status.

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