Staff Systems Engineer



 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 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. Staff Systems Engineer – Pharmacy Automation BD continues to expand its pharmacy automation portfolio, delivering connected technologies that support centralized pharmacy operations and address challenges such as clinician shortages and healthcare worker burnout. The portfolio includes storage and dispensing robots, vision systems, pouch packaging, vial filling, blister card production, central fill systems, and enterprise pharmacy management software. We are seeking a Staff Systems Engineer who will serve as a self-directed technical leader and key contributor in the development of complex electromechanical and enterprise software-enabled automation systems. Systems Engineers are characterized by a disciplined, quantitative approach to system and technology integration, as well as diverse cross-functional backgrounds and broad knowledge of related disciplines. These individuals deploy tools and processes such as Design for Six Sigma and product development methodologies (Waterfall and Agile) within a quality management system to enable more predictable product development and the delivery of high-quality, high-value products. Systems Engineers are responsible for technology integration in projects and systems that include both enterprise software and electromechanical components (hardware and embedded software). Duties and Responsibilities Independently evaluate highly complex issues using analytical and scientific principles, and plan and execute development activities with minimal supervision. Serve as a technical leader within the Systems function and mentor junior engineers. Understand unmet user needs and document them for further decomposition as part of the Systems Engineering V-Model. Develop system workflows, process mapping, system architecture, exception logic, and theory of operation documentation to guide software and hardware implementation. Provide inventive and practical solutions to complex technical problems by selecting appropriate methods using a risk-based approach, including design FMEA and hazard analysis. Lead the derivation, documentation, management, and verification of system- and subsystem-level requirements informed by user needs. Collaborate closely with mechanical engineering, UX design, software development, and software test teams, and provide guidance to cross-functional contributors. Collect, analyze, and interpret data to make sound, data-driven decisions, and present findings to peers and leadership. Lead system characterization testing and verification and validation activities, including protocol creation, execution, issue documentation, and reporting. Support the transition from research and development to manufacturing and service and assist with field troubleshooting. Serve as a liaison with the Quality team on risk management, verification and validation, and subsystem quality activities. Apply product development best practices such as Biodesign, Design for Six Sigma, DMAIC, and Reliability Engineering to manage technical risk and drive robust, reliable design. Qualifications and Requirements Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering is required. 7 or more years of related engineering experience are required. A combination of professional experience and advanced degrees will be considered. Demonstrated proficiency in systems engineering, including requirements management, system integration, testing, risk analysis such as system hazard analysis and FMEA, verification and validation, experimental design, data analysis, root cause analysis, and Design for Six Sigma methodologies. Strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as a technical leader within multidisciplinary teams. This capability is critical for identifying gaps and opportunities and developing subject matter expertise for the product. Experience with Waterfall and Agile product development processes, and experience operating within design control environments. Demonstrated ability to mentor junior team members. Understanding of process workflows, industrial engineering principles, and LEAN methodologies is a differentiator. Understanding of outpatient, retail, or central pharmacy workflows is a differentiator. Ability to travel up to 20 percent domestically and internationally. 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 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. To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers  At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs. You can learn more on our career site under "Your Career at BD”. Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We regularly review these ranges and factors, such as location, contribute to the range displayed. Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform it successfully. The salary or hourly rate offered is determined by the role's specific requirements, including any applicable step rate pay system at the work location. Salary or hourly pay ranges are influenced by labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location which may also affect the workplace arrangement of the role. Salary Range Information. 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. Required Skills Optional Skills . Primary Work Location USA NC - Durham - Roche Drive Additional Locations Work Shift