About this Project Engineer role at BD
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
About the Role
Looking for an engineering opportunity where you can combine hands-on technical work with project ownership?
As a Project Engineer, Packaging, you will support and drive engineering projects across packaging processes, equipment, validation, supplier activities, and continuous improvement within a regulated manufacturing environment.
Working closely with Manufacturing, Quality, R&D, Engineering teams, and external suppliers, you will help take engineering solutions from evaluation and development through qualification and implementation, while contributing directly to plant performance, product quality, operational efficiency, and cost improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Support capital equipment projects from evaluation and acquisition through installation, commissioning, qualification, and validation of packaging and process equipment.
- Drive packaging engineering projects, including packaging material changes, supplier qualification and transfers, process improvements, and Cost-to-Win (CTW) initiatives.
- Develop and maintain key project and engineering documentation, including change controls, risk assessments, protocols, validation documentation, and supporting technical records.
- Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, R&D, and external suppliers to develop and improve packaging processes, troubleshoot technical issues, and implement sustainable solutions.
- Provide hands-on engineering support for equipment maintenance, modifications, troubleshooting, process improvements, and other value-stream initiatives.
- Plan and coordinate project activities and stakeholders, ensuring deliverables, risks, priorities, and timelines are effectively managed.
- Support packaging testing, qualification, and validation activities to ensure product and packaging integrity throughout handling, storage, transportation, and distribution.
- Ensure engineering activities comply with applicable quality, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements, including relevant ISO and FDA requirements.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to enhance operational efficiency, equipment and process reliability, quality, and cost effectiveness.
- Undertake other engineering responsibilities and projects as required to support operational and business priorities.
Qualifications
- Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related Engineering discipline.
- Minimum 2 years of experience within a manufacturing environment, preferably in the medical device and/or pharmaceutical industry.
- Experience in packaging engineering, packaging validation, material qualification, equipment qualification, or supplier transfer would be an advantage.
Knowledge & Skills
We are looking for someone who is technically curious, hands-on, and comfortable working across different functions and projects.
- Good project coordination, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external suppliers.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to learn quickly, take ownership, and adapt to changing project and business requirements.
- Practical understanding of manufacturing and engineering processes.
- Hands-on exposure to multiple levels of packaging, including blister packaging, dispenser boxes, and shipper/carton packaging, would be an advantage.
- Exposure to validation, qualification, change control, risk assessment, and continuous improvement methodologies would be beneficial.
What You Will Contribute
In this role, your work will directly contribute to:
- Safety, Quality, Service, and Delivery performance in line with plant and value-stream objectives.
- Successful execution and timely delivery of engineering and packaging projects.
- Improvements in equipment and packaging process capability, reliability, and efficiency.
- Effective implementation of packaging changes, qualifications, and supplier-related activities.
- Continuous improvement and Cost-to-Win (CTW) initiatives that deliver sustainable operational and cost benefits.
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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