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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.
Why join us?
A career at BD means learning and working alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. You will have the opportunity to help shape the trajectory of BD while leaving a legacy at the same time.
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.
Become a maker of possible with us!
About the role
As the R&D Engineer you will assist in developing, optimising, and validating components/elements of a medical devices.
You will perform hands-on testing in optimisation of a device, conduct process development activities to understand process inputs and outputs. Assist writing technical documents, validation protocols and reports. Whilst also preparing work instructions and standard operating procedures. You will assist in conducting design and process qualification and validation, support equipment development and support other activities from R&D, Quality, Operations, and Regulatory Affairs.
Main responsibilities will include:
Design components of a medical device, translating intangible design inputs into tangible engineering specifications and drawings. Select appropriate materials, processes and vendors to achieve the design, and challenge these designs against design specifications, clinical use scenarios and international standards. Build test parts for engineering evaluation, pre-clinical studies and clinical studies.
Assists in the development and optimisation of processes to understand key process inputs and outputs, using statistic methods such as DOE as appropriate. Supports new process equipment and tooling development, including specification development, vendor selection and negotiation.
Prepare work instructions and standard operating procedures (SOP), write technical documents and reports. Prepare raw material specifications and drawings.
Assist in preparing verification and validation protocols and reports.
Develop new engineering test methods and clinically relevant simulated use test methods in conjunction with R&D technicians, prepare and assist in the validation of test methods.
Perform lab bench testing, conduct engineering and competitor evaluations, development unit testing, and complete verification and validation activities.
Train technicians on new design and process development as well as new test methods. Assist/conduct new process development training with operations and quality assurance.
Mentor/coach R&D technicians through New Product Development activities like new process development, R&D materials/inventory control etc.
Assist in the support of Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory & R&D to ensure systems are compliant with all internal and external guidelines.
Assist in design and process root cause analysis and support non-conforming product and complaint investigations.
About you
B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or other related engineering field.
Up to 2 years of industrial experience in R&D or process development, preferably in medical device or other regulated FDA/QSR and ISO environment.
Demonstrated hands-on technical capability.
Experience in process validation (IQ, OQ and PQ), writing protocols and reports to support verification and validation activities for product commercialisation.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work in multi-functional teams.
Ability to analyse data, interpret results, and write reports. Proficient in statistic software is a plus.
Experience in the below would offer distinct advantage:
Ability to assist in performing validation
Knowledge of cGMP and GLP
Training in Six Sigma or Design for Six Sigma
Salary €44K - €47K + Bonus + Benefits
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To learn more about BD visit: https://bd.com/careers
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 healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
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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€44,800.00 - €68,350.00 EUR Annual
