We are the people who give possibilities purpose

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.

Job Description

This position is based in Durham, NC; however, relocation assistance may be considered for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities 

• Serve as a senior member of the Electrical Engineering team, partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to develop and deliver critical product enhancements and next-generation robotic systems from concept through production. Responsibilities include architecture, design, prototyping, verification, validation, certification, and manufacturing support.
• Support multiple concurrent R&D initiatives while collaborating with global technical teams to achieve program objectives and project milestones.
• Drive improvements in product quality, reliability, and performance across the Pharmacy Automation portfolio through a combination of hands-on troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and innovative electrical engineering solutions.
• Develop electrical solutions for both new and sustaining products, including manufacturing test systems, automated test applications, system diagnostics tools, monitoring capabilities, and support for existing PCB designs.
• Create, maintain, and release technical documentation supporting hardware development, system integration, manufacturing, and service activities.
• Provide technical leadership and support for regulatory compliance and certification activities across multiple product lines.

Skills and Experience 

• Strong background in motion control, AC power electronics, motor drives, sensors, servo systems, embedded controls, and industrial automation.
• Proficiency in C/C++ software development is highly desired, particularly for embedded systems, hardware integration, test applications, and engineering tool development.
• Hands-on experience with LabVIEW is a major plus, including the development of automated test systems, manufacturing test platforms, and validation tools.
• Familiarity with C# is a major bonus, especially for developing engineering utilities, diagnostics software, manufacturing test applications, device communications, and user interfaces.
• Demonstrated experience developing system-level electrical architectures for complex electromechanical products.
• Ability to build, modify, debug, and validate prototype PCB assemblies, cables, and laboratory test setups.
• Experience obtaining and maintaining regulatory certifications for products requiring UL 61010, UL 60601, CE, and TÜV compliance.
• Experience supporting EMC/EMI design, testing, troubleshooting, and certification activities.
• Strong hands-on engineering aptitude with the ability to move seamlessly between system architecture, circuit design, laboratory debugging, manufacturing support, and product commercialization.
  
  

Qualification Required

• Bachelor's degree

• 10+ years of applicable experience

Preferred

• Extensive experience with Altium Designer is strongly preferred, including schematic capture, PCB layout, design reviews, manufacturing documentation, and full PCBA development lifecycles.

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?

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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At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs.

Benefits may include:

Health & Well-being: Medical, dental, vision, health savings and flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, wellness resources, mental health support, and disease management programs.

Retirement & Financial Well-being: 401(k), deferred compensation programs, financial counseling, DailyPay, and educational savings resources.

Work-Life Balance & Family Support: Paid time off, company holidays, educational assistance, parental leave, adoption assistance, backup care, caregiving support, employee assistance programs, commuter benefits, pet insurance, legal services, and associate discount programs.

Leave Programs: Bereavement, military, personal, family and medical leave, and jury duty leave.

Additional details regarding benefits and well-being programs can be found in Our Commitment to You.

Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We regularly review these ranges and factors, such as location, contribute to the range displayed

Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform it successfully. The salary or hourly rate offered is determined by the role's specific requirements, including any applicable step rate pay system at the work location. Salary or hourly pay ranges are influenced by labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location which may also affect the workplace arrangement of the role.

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