Sr. Staff R&D Engineer

We’re a global medical technology company focused on advancing healthcare. The R&D team in Salt Lake City seeks a highly talented individual to develop innovative vascular access solutions. The position focuses on technical leadership and domain expertise in pediatric and neonatal catheter development within BD Medication Delivery Solutions (MDS). Job Responsibilities Lead efforts to determine new product development priorities. Serve as a consultant and division technical expert. Provide technical leadership and domain expertise to cross‑functional project teams. Work closely with Marketing, Operations, Quality, and Engineering R&D to troubleshoot, characterize, and resolve needs in existing and adjacent devices. Develop innovative ideas for the organization. Participate in and lead cross‑functional teams. Provide technical support on components, material methods, systems, and equipment. Act as critical decision maker in areas of engineering and business needs. Prepare procedures, author technical reports, publish research papers, and make recommendations based on findings. Engage in collaborative efforts with academics, hospitals, and other external organizations. May manage third‑party relationships. Develop and direct experimentation. Translate technology and science into business strategy, including strong presentation skills before large audiences. Translate clinical needs into successful products. Take responsibility for concept generation, design, development, and evaluation of new products, materials, and technologies. Mentor and train less experienced colleagues. Manage project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and tracking. Plan and coordinate engineering test builds. Minimum Qualifications A bachelor’s degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) and ten years of engineering experience within a regulated industry, including at least two years in the medical device industry. OR a master’s degree in STEM and eight years of engineering experience within a regulated industry, including at least two years in the medical device industry. Preferred Qualifications Experience in the medical device industry strongly preferred. Essential Knowledge and Qualification Skills Excellent analytical skills & discipline; ability to conduct thorough analysis of concepts with high uncertainty. Excellent critical thinking skills; ability to constructively challenge ideas and invite critical feedback. Familiarity with FDA, ISO, and Good Manufacturing Practice guidelines and regulatory compliance. Strong knowledge of scientific, engineering, and technical principles. Advanced Engineering Skills / Specialized Technical Expertise Molding / Extrusion Design / mechanics / FEA Statistics / Design of Experiments Biocompatibility / coatings / materials Clinical trials and animal testing Preferred Accomplishments Patents / industry awards. National committee / association leadership. Ability to evaluate concepts outside personal expertise. Foster a collaborative team environment. Desired Knowledge and Qualification Skills Strong interpersonal and influencing skills. Excellent technical judgment. Effective communication skills. Demonstrated accountability for task completion. Team‑oriented. Understanding of disciplined product development processes and quality requirements. Knowledge of high‑volume manufacturing design and durable electro/mechanical medical devices. Strong fit with BD values. Experience with Specific Tools and Methods Statistical tools and Design of Experiments (DOE). Computer analysis and engineering fundamentals for sound engineering judgment. SolidWorks, Minitab, and FEA (Abaqus / Fluent) preferred. Knowledge of regulatory and quality requirements (21CFR820.30). Understanding of failure theory and modes for plastics, elastomers, and metals under static and time‑variable loading. Experience with clinical studies, human physiology, and simulated product use studies. Experience with contact and non‑contact metrology. Knowledge of high‑volume manufacturing and assembly processes: plastic injection molding, metal stamping, automated assembly, solvent bonding, adhesive bonding, ultrasonic welding, interference‑fitting. Experience with manufacturing process validation: strategy development, first‑article inspection, and factory acceptance testing. Work Location and Additional Information Primary Work Location: USA, UT – Sandy. Work Shift: Full time. Minimum of 4 days of in‑office presence per week; additional arrangements may apply for remote or field‑based positions. Employment may be contingent on successful COVID‑19 vaccination status. Workplace accommodations will be considered pursuant to applicable law. We are 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. For more information about BD, visit bd.com/careers. #J-18808-Ljbffr Becton Dickinson