Senior Engineer, Covington, GA

We are the people who give possibilities purposeBD 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 DescriptionRole OverviewThe Senior R&D Engineer will play a key role within BD’s Urology and Critical Care business with a primary focus on leading engineering design and development efforts, including internally developed and externally partnered technologies. This role requires strong technical judgment and the ability to independently lead design evaluation, integration, and development activities, ensuring solutions align with clinical needs. You may have the opportunity to develop products in any of UCC’s product platforms: Endourology, Urinary Incontinence, and Urinary Management.You will have a direct impact on multiple products and innovations across BD’s portfolios by driving evaluation and integration of new technologies across BD’s portfolio. Operating at the intersection of clinical application, engineering design, and market strategy, you will collaborate across R&D, Marketing, and external partners to translate user needs and emerging trends into innovative solutions.Your work will directly contribute to advancing products that improve outcomes across urology and critical care, delivering meaningful value to patients and clinicians while strengthening BD’s position in urology and critical care markets.Education and ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field with 4+ years of relevant experience, orMaster’s degree in Engineering or related field with 2+ years of relevant experienceWhat You’ll Work OnProducts across BD’s UCC platforms, including endourology, urinary incontinence, and urinary managementMinimally invasive and catheter-based devices across urology and critical care applicationsExternal partner-developed technologies integrated into BD’s portfolioDesign changes, risk reduction, and product lifecycle improvementsEmerging and next-generation technologies across UCC platformsDesign improvements and new product developmentKey ResponsibilitiesLead engineering workstreams for evaluation, integration, and modification of medical devicesIndependently assess external partner designs for technical soundness, risk, and complianceDefine and drive test strategies, validation plans, and data-driven decision makingEnsure rigorous application of design controls and risk management (ISO 14971, FDA QSR)Serve as a technical lead interface with external partners and suppliers, influencing decisions and challenging assumptionsCollaborate with Marketing to translate user needs and emerging market trends into engineering requirementsMentor junior engineers and contribute to development of team technical capabilityDrive high-quality engineering documentation (DHF, reports, risk files) suitable for regulatory submissionTechnical Skills (Expected Level of Competence)Working Knowledge (expected):Design controls and regulatory frameworks (ISO 13485, 21 CFR 820.30)Risk management (ISO 14971)Test method development, validation, and data interpretationTechnical evaluation of developed and in-development products and dataStatistical analysis and interpretation of engineering dataSupplier/manufacturing processes impacting product qualityProduct development lifecycle documentation (DHF, protocols, reports)Exposure (preferred):Intellectual property, FTO considerations, and competitive landscapePreferred ExperienceExperience in endourology or minimally invasive device development, including ureteroscopes, catheters, access systems, or fluid managementUnderstanding of urinary tract anatomy and physiology (kidneys, ureters, bladder)Experience with clinical workflow of endourological proceduresDemonstrated success working with external development partners or OEMsExperience translating clinical/user insights into product requirementsFamiliarity with urology market trends and technologiesLocationCovington, GA (On-site 4 days/week)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.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.Required SkillsOptional Skills.Primary Work LocationUSA GA - Covington BMDAdditional LocationsWork ShiftSummaryLocation: USA GA - Covington BMDType: Full time