Associate Director, R&D - New Product Development

Job Description Summary 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 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. Job Summary The Associate Director of R&D will serve as a technical leader for new product development within the Infusion business. Responsibilities Act as the technical leader for complex medical device platform(s) and important sub-project(s) with responsibilities for large elements of the product development effort. Provide technical leadership, direct and indirect reports, with the ability to deep dive into technical issues. Implement best-in-class R&D tools, processes & standards within the development platform. Lead the development of project plans and timelines for product delivery. Create Product Development goals linked with business priorities and traced to individual engineering responsibilities. Drive and lead innovative problem resolution at an accelerated pace. Work in a development environment which supports both organic and inorganic development opportunities. Lead and work with Functional Leaders to assign engineering disciplines to achieve platform goals. Mentor, develop and manage performance of talent assigned to the platform in collaboration with other leaders. Plan and administer yearly platform budget to ensure proper execution of deliverables aligned to business strategy. Coordinate with multi-functional engineering managers to ensure proper talent allocations throughout the year. Minimum Requirements Bachelor of Science in an engineering field (Mechanical, Systems, Physics, Electrical, Biomedical, Software). 10 years of growing responsibility in R&D technical engineering roles with experience in product development. Understanding of quality management systems. Regulated industry experience (FDA, Automotive, Industrial, etc.). Experience with design for manufacturing, process validation and design transfer. Experience leading a team of multi-disciplinary engineers. Project management experience for sophisticated systems. Experience in a proven design process (e.g., DFSS) over multiple programs. Preferred Skills/Knowledge Master\'s degree or PhD in Mechanical, Systems, Physics, Electrical, Biomedical, Software with 5+ years of industry experience, with extensive, successful experience in product development and an understanding of quality management systems. In-depth FDA experience. Work Environment & Location At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration when appropriate to foster creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving in a fast-paced healthcare environment. For most roles, a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week is common, with arrangements for flexibility and work-life balance as indicated in the job posting. For certain roles, employment is contingent upon proof of full vaccination against COVID-19. In some locations, testing may be available or required. BD\'s Workplace Accommodations Policy accommodates requests pursuant to applicable law. Why Join Us? A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions, encourages you to bring your authentic self to work, and supports continuous learning and improvement. To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture and understand the human story behind our work. We welcome people with imagination and drive to help reinvent the future of health. BD offers opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive, contributing to making the world a better place. To learn more about BD, visit our careers site at bd.com/careers. Equal Opportunity Employer 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, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. Primary Work Location : USA CA - San Diego Bldg A&B What You\'ll Need to Know Salary information is provided separately in the posting and may vary by location and role. #J-18808-Ljbffr