Associate Director, R&D - New Product Development

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. Summary Job Description Responsibilities Will 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. Will provide technical leadership, direct and indirect reports, with the ability to deep dive into technical issues. Will Implement best-in-class R&D tools, processes & standards within the development platform. Will lead in the development of project plans and timelines for product delivery. Will create Product Development goals which are linked with business priorities and traced to individual engineering responsibilities. Will drive and lead innovative problem resolution at an accelerated pace. Will work in a development environment which supports both organic and inorganic development opportunities Will lead and work with Functional Leaders to assign engineering disciplines to achieve platform goals. Will work with other leaders to mentor, develop and manage performance of talent assigned to the platform. Will to plan and administer yearly platform budget to ensure proper execution of deliverables as aligned to business strategy Will work 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 (Mechanical, Systems, Physics, Electrical, Biomedical, Software) + 5 years of industry experience, with extensive, successful experience in product development and a clear understanding of quality management systems In Depth FDA experience 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. $169,800.00 - $280,300.00 USD Annual #J-18808-Ljbffr