Systems Engineer I

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Job Summary:

The Systems Engineer I will act as a key contributor to the Systems engineering team for the BD COR™ System, BD’s next-generation high-throughput molecular testing solution. Accomplishment of these goals will require the associate to frequently leverage internal engineering resources and knowledge with routine cross-functional engagement.

System Engineers at IDS are characterized by their disciplined, quantitative approach to system and technology integration as well as diverse cross-functional backgrounds and experience. Members of our systems team deploy tools and processes such as Design for Six Sigma and BD’s Global Product Development System to enable more predictable product development and high quality/value products. In addition to technical expertise, system integrators bring strong leadership and team building skills.

Systems Engineers at IDS are responsible for determining and ensuring comprehensive integration of electromechanical devices or systems for automated in vitro diagnostic tests. They collaborate closely within the R&D function, across functional boundaries, and as necessary, external organizations to understand, document and deliver solutions for IDS customers. They have a broad knowledge base that includes life sciences and instrumentation and apply this knowledge to address issues from technology development to concept development to product commercialization and launch.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides solutions to a variety of technical problems under general direction.  Solutions are imaginative, thorough, practicable, and consistent with objectives. 

• Contributes to management of product requirements and high-level design specifications under the direction of a supervising System Integrator. 

• Assumes a technical contributor role and works closely with other functional groups, especially assay development, hardware engineering and software engineering.

• Understands and can discuss terminology, concepts, and principles related to
  product development.

• Evaluates problems of moderate complexity and applies analytical/scientific principles to fulfill project and business objectives. 

• Tests, analyzes and interprets data to provide solutions, draw conclusions and identify trends.  Formulates and reports on test methods and outcomes.

• Participates in planning and supports the completion of system verification and validation activities. This includes collecting, recording, interpreting, and reporting results to multi-functional colleagues and leaders.

• Responsible for understanding and employing statistical approaches to manage technical risk and impart product robustness and reliability.

• Assists in the transition from R&D to manufacturing and to system solving activities for products in the field.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of Systems Engineering approaches to in vitro diagnostic development 

• Experience with automation, data acquisition, and statistical methods 

• Familiarity with diagnostic instrumentation, preferably that which uses key automation technologies such as but not limited to fluid handling, robotics, imaging systems, thermoelectric incubators, and spectral/fluorescent analysis.

• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

• Experience as member of project team

Education and Experience:

• B.S. in Mechanical, Biomedical, Electrical Engineering, or closely related subject area 

• Early career candidate with related internship or thesis-based applications in fields such as Medical Technology, Life Sciences, and Diagnostic Instrument development or a combination of education and experience.

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.  

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