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

Principal Accountabilities:

• Develop, govern, and enforce OT connectivity and integration standards aligned with BD’s Process Target Picture and Smart Factory strategy
• Design reliable data flows from PLCs, SCADA, and MES into data lakes or cloud analytics
• Define and own OT reference architectures supporting OEE, analytics, and intelligence use cases, aligned with BD OT standardization models
• Conduct FAT, SAT, and Commissioning activities to confirm performance, safety, and cyber-security compliance
• Troubleshoot and resolve OT connectivity, protocol, and data-quality issues while preserving validated state and formal change control
• Create and maintain standard wiring diagrams, gateway configurations, deployment templates, and reference architectures to accelerate multi‑site rollouts
• Coach site Automation and Engineering teams, deliver controlled handover and validation documentation, and support go‑live and hypercare phases
• Partner with Procurement and Engineering to evaluate and qualify sensors, gateways, and edge devices aligned with BD OT, cybersecurity, and supplier standards
• Collaborate with IT integrators to ensure compliance with network segmentation, identity management, and secure remote access policies
• Maintain an accurate OT asset inventory, including firmware versions, cybersecurity classification, and lifecycle upgrade plans
• Monitor evolving regulatory, cybersecurity, and industry standards, updating OT governance and training materials accordingly

Education, Experience, and Capabilities Preferred:

• 5–8+ years in industrial automation, controls engineering, or PLC/OT system integration
• Strong knowledge on MES architecture, shop‑floor systems, and plant‑level integration
• Hands-on experience with OT/IT data integration platforms (e.g., Palantir, Cognite, Kepware, Databricks, Aveva)
• Experience on Analytics and intelligence tools: Machine learning, AI, visualization and predictive analytics
• Degree Process Control, Process, Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical or other Engineering Background is required
• Hands-on experience supporting OEE and digital manufacturing programs at scale
• Working knowledge of industrial networks (OPC UA, Ethernet/IP, Profinet) and OT cybersecurity fundamentals
• Basic knowledge on Lean Manufacturing/Continuous Improvement tools and methodologies
• Troubleshooting mindset with willingness to travel to manufacturing sites (30%)
• Strong oral and written communications skills 
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills and the ability to function at all levels across multiple organizations.
• Strong influencing skills.
• Attention to detail, high level of initiative and motivation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team oriented and matrix work environment.

At BD, we are committed to supporting our associates’ well-being, development, and success through a performance-based culture. For this position, BD offers a competitive compensation package along with the following benefits specific to this role: 

• Annual Bonus

Health and Well-being Benefits 

• Medical coverage 
• Health Savings Accounts 
• Flexible Spending Accounts 
• Dental coverage 
• Vision coverage 
• Hospital Care Insurance 
• Critical Illness Insurance 
• Accidental Injury Insurance 
• Life and AD&D insurance 
• Short-term disability coverage 
• Long-term disability insurance 
• Long-term care with life insurance 

Other Well-being Resources 

• Anxiety management program 

• Wellness incentives 
• Sleep improvement program 
• Diabetes management program 
• Virtual physical therapy 
• Emotional/mental health support programs 
• Weight management programs 
• Gastrointestinal health program 
• Substance use management program 
• Musculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery benefit 

Retirement and Financial Well-being 

• BD 401(k) Plan 
• BD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan 
• 529 College Savings Plan 
• Financial counseling 
• Baxter Credit Union (BCU) 
• Daily Pay 
• College financial aid and application guidance 

Life Balance Programs 

• Paid time off (PTO), including all required State leaves 
• Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement 

• MetLife Legal Plan 
• Group auto and home insurance 
• Pet insurance 
• Commuter benefits 
• Discounts on products and services 
• Academic Achievement Scholarship 
• Service Recognition Awards 
• Employer matching donation 
• Workplace accommodations 

Other Life Balance Programs 

• Adoption assistance 
• Backup day care and eldercare 
• Support for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers 
• Caregiving assistance for elderly and special needs individuals 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Paid Parental Leave 
• Support for fertility, birthing, postpartum, and age-related hormonal changes 

Leave Programs 

• Bereavement leaves 
• Military leave 

• Personal leave 
• Family and Medical Leave (FML) 

Jury and Witness Duty Leave 

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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. You can learn more on our career site under "Our Commitment to You."

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