Staff Engineer (New Product Development)

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**Job Description Summary**

**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.

We are a leading global medical technology company driven by a shared purpose: advancing the world of health.

From innovative design and engineering to the production and delivery of life-changing medical devices, our teams work together to turn bold ideas into impactful solutions.

Our people are the heart of our progress—collaborative, curious, and committed to making a difference.

Join us and become a part of a culture that supports growth, values innovation, and empowers you to shape what’s possible.

BD Urology and Critical Care (UCC) is seeking a talented Staff Engineer to join our High Volume Consumables R&D team, with a focus on early-stage design within the New Product Development (NPD) process.

This role offers a unique opportunity to build expertise in Biodesign, requirements management, Design for Six Sigma (DFSS), and design validation.

You’ll gain hands-on experience, benefit from structured professional development, and collaborate closely with a broad network of BD’s Subject Matter Experts to help shape the next generation of medical technologies.

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:**

+ Demonstrate leadership and learning agility to drive meaningful impact on projects and broader company initiatives.
+ Collaborate effectively across functions, bringing a positive attitude and team-first mindset to overcome challenges and foster alignment.
+ Exhibit strong action orientation and personal accountability to ensure program success.
+ Communicate clearly and effectively with cross-functional teams and management.
+ Empower team members to achieve both individual and program goals; coach and mentor R&D colleagues while providing constructive feedback.
+ Gain deep insights into market gaps, user pain points, and evolving expectations to identify and address unmet customer needs through innovative, technically sound solutions.
+ Translate user and market insights into actionable engineering requirements that align with both product design and business objectives.
+ Apply Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) methodologies, including advanced use of Design of Experiments (DOE) and Critical Parameters Management, to fully understand design space and product performance limits.
+ Develop comprehensive project strategies, including budgeting and timeline planning, to ensure successful execution.
+ Navigate projects through established design control processes, including phase gates, design reviews, and technical assessments.

**QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS:**

+ 6+ years of experience as a design / development engineer.
+ Bachelor’s of Science in Mechanical, Biomedical Engineering or related fields is required.
+ Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation and influencing skills.
+ Proficient in design control process, development, and commercialization in regulated industry.

Ability to appropriately plan and monitor R&D activities.

Adjust to scope and timing changes.
+ Application of engineering design process and statistical techniques in product development, such as Design for Six Sigma
+ Ability to comprehensively plan and execute design validation.
+ Experience in DFM and understanding of various manufacturing methods.

Examples include injection molding, extrusion, stamping/forming, machining, welding and bonding.

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 GA - Covington BMD

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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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