Staff Engineer

Core Responsibilities: Lead or serve as the technical lead for sustaining engineering projects supporting global product portfolios. Evaluate product designs against evolving clinical, customer, regulatory, and business requirements and identify opportunities for improvement. Develop and implement technical solutions that support global product registrations, market expansion, compliance initiatives, and product enhancements. Lead technical assessments related to design changes, component obsolescence, supplier changes, manufacturing improvements, and risk mitigation activities. Apply design control, human factors, usability, and risk management principles to changes affecting released products. Support regulatory submissions, technical files, risk analyses, and design change documentation. Leverage post-market surveillance, customer feedback, and clinical insights to drive continuous product improvement. Facilitate technical decision-making by balancing customer needs, patient safety, regulatory requirements, business objectives, and implementation feasibility. Serve as a technical mentor and subject matter expert within the organization.

Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline with 8+ years of relevant experience; or Medical device industry experience required. Technical Knowledge: Demonstrated experience supporting commercially released medical devices through lifecycle management, design changes, or sustaining engineering initiatives. Strong knowledge of Design Controls (21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485) and Risk Management (ISO 14971).Working knowledge of biocompatibility principles (ISO 10993), clinical use considerations, and regulatory requirements impacting product design and market access. Experience supporting global regulatory submissions, product registrations, and technical documentation. Ability to perform complex technical evaluations and develop practical, compliant engineering solutions. Understanding of the interactions between product design, materials, manufacturing processes, patient safety, regulatory requirements, and clinical performance.

Skills: Strong analytical and systems-thinking capabilities. Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical information across organizational levels. Ability to evaluate technical, regulatory, clinical, and business tradeoffs to make sound recommendations. Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive alignment without direct authority.

Compensation: The expected Base Pay Range for this role is $135,500.00 - $216,800 Annual USD plus incentives. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and geographic location. At BD, we are committed to supporting our associates' well-being, development, and success through a performance-based culture. For this position, BD offers a competitive compensation package along with the following benefits specific to this role: Health and Well-being Benefits: Medical coverage Health Savings Accounts Flexible Spending Accounts Dental coverage Vision coverage Hospital Care Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Accidental Injury Insurance Life and AD&D insurance Short-term disability coverage Long-term disability insurance Long-term care with life insurance Other Well-being Resources: Anxiety management program Wellness incentives Sleep improvement program Diabetes management program Virtual physical therapy Emotional/mental health support programs Weight management programs Gastrointestinal health program Substance use management program Musculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery benefit Retirement and Financial Well-being: BD 401(k) PlanBD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan529 College Savings Plan Financial counseling Baxter Credit Union (BCU) Daily PayCollege financial aid and application guidance Life Balance Programs: Paid time off (PTO), including all required State leaves Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement MetLife Legal PlanGroup auto and home insurance Pet insurance Commuter benefits Discounts on products and services Academic Achievement Scholarship Service Recognition Awards Employer matching donation Workplace accommodations Other Life Balance Programs: Adoption assistance Backup day care and eldercare Support for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers Caregiving assistance for elderly and special needs individuals Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid Parental Leave Support for fertility, birthing, postpartum, and age-related hormonal changes Leave Programs: Bereavement leaves Military leave Personal leave Family and Medical Leave (FML) Jury and Witness Duty Leave Candidates whose job duties will be physically performed within unincorporated Los Angeles County limits: All qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. BD abides by any and all laws or regulations that impose restrictions or prohibitions for hiring applicants with criminal histories for posted positions. 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.