Sr. Project Engineer

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. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Responsible for integrating equipment, processes, and facilities projects into the plant in support of capacity expansion, cost reduction, and risk mitigation goals. Ensures compliance with BD quality systems, policies, procedures and best practices, and all local, state, federal and BD safety regulations, policies and procedures.  Regular, punctual attendance is an essential job function.  Ability to read and write and converse in English.  Willing and able to uphold BD Values.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Performs project planning, justification, specification development, and budgeting.

• Handles vendor interactions, equipment specifications/design, concepts, and vendor negotiations.

• Oversees machine purchase and installations, as well as the building of whole machines or processes.

• Provides significant leadership for process and machine design of new product/process developments. 

• Identifies and implements significant continuous improvement projects. 

• Provides lead in creativity around solving problems. 

• Generally able to identify solutions to problems encountered without assistance and develops and secures resource planning.

• Develops and implements new technologies. 

• Works with all Manufacturing areas of the El Paso Plant regarding process and machine designs. 

• Works with plant engineers, management, vendors, consultants, and collaborates with other BD Plants, platform teams, and sales & marketing on development, design, and fabrication of equipment or processes for new products and technologies.

• Generates and submits new project ideas.

• Other duties as required to support the needs of the business.

DELIVERABLES

• Ensures safety of all associates and quality of product on all projects’ execution and delivery.

• Ensures equipment, processes, or product integrated to the plant aligns and meets the company and manufacturing unit goals.

• Ensures documentation of each project phase is completed and filed per company guidelines and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education:

This position has the following minimum educational requirements:

• BA/BS Degree in Engineering is required (Mechanical/Industrial Engineering preferred)

• PMP training/certification is preferred

Minimum Experience:

• 7-10 years Manufacturing projects experience preferred.

• 2 years Medical industry experience preferred.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities (KSA’s):

• Effective Oral/written Communication – Proficient English (Basic Spanish a plus)

• Ability to work as part of a team / Teambuilding - Proficient 

• Independent thinking / Self Driven - Proficient

• Decision Making Ability - Proficient 

• Machine Design – Proficient  

• Troubleshooting / Problem Solving - Advanced  

• Safety & Ergonomics Expertise – Proficient

• Project Management - Advanced

• Quality Systems Knowledge – Proficient

• Logistics & Planning Knowledge – Basic

• Computer Skills / Microsoft Office - Proficient

• Financial Acumen – Proficient

• Leadership Skills - Proficient

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/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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