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Mechanical Engineer Job
Date: Feb 18, 2012
Location: Baltimore, MD, US
Mechanical Engineer-MEC1005L
BD is a leading global medical technology company that develops, manufactures and sells medical devices, instrument systems and reagents. The Company is dedicated to improving people's health throughout the world. BD is focused on improving drug delivery, enhancing the quality and speed of diagnosing infectious diseases and cancers, and advancing research, discovery and production of new drugs and vaccines. BD's capabilities are instrumental in combating many of the world's most pressing diseases. Founded in 1897 and headquartered in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, BD employs approximately 28,000 people in approximately 50 countries throughout the world. The Company serves healthcare institutions, life science researchers, clinical laboratories, the pharmaceutical industry and the general public. For more information, please visit www.bd.com.
BD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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Description
The statements below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of associates so classified.
JOB SUMMARY: Provides mechanical/electro-mechanical engineering support for manufacturing operations, specifically, Microbiology diagnostic products. Position supports capacity expansion projects for the reagent product plants, projects to improve product and process robustness, and new product introduction at BD Diagnostic Systems facilities world-wide.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for development, improvement, and maintenance of mechanical and electro-mechanical sub-systems for process automation within BDDS' Microbiology diagnostics manufacturing plants. Duties include:
- Definition of requirements for manufacturing processes and process automation as part of new product development and/or plant continuous improvement activities.
- Based on requirements, development of specifications for automation hardware, development of operating procedures, acceptance and validation test plans and protocols.
- Design, develop, upgrade and debug automated processes, process hardware, mechanical and electro-mechanical components and sub-systems.
- Hands-on troubleshooting of mechanical and electro-mechanical hardware components and sub-systems associated with factory process automation, leading to repair and/or re-design of the same.
- Hands-on application of Six Sigma (DMAIC and DFSS) and LEAN methodologies in assigned projects and activities.
- Promotes a safe work environment through participation in environmental, health and safety programs and the application of engineering skills to safety issues in equipment design and operation.
- Availability to travel locally or overnight up to one week duration required
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Experience in the specification and design of automated manufacturing equipment for use within a regulated industry.
- Previous experience required developing factory automation process requirements, writing equipment specifications, operating procedures, and managing design efforts of equipment vendors.
- Experience developing and executing acceptance test and validation protocols required.
- Previous engineering experience in an FDA GMP/QSR environment preferred.
- Fluidic systems design and development experience preferred.
- Experience in development and troubleshooting of machine and process operations for conveying materials and containers at rates up to 400 parts/minute, powder filling, resin and silicone dispensing, 1µl to 50 ml volume dispensing of liquids, drying and curing equipment and processes, plastic parts surface modification, assembly of plastic parts, capping and torquing of container closures, terminal sterilization and secondary packaging equipment required.
- Experience with design and manufacturing processes for plastic (molded) parts is a plus.
- Experience with design, development, integration and debug of PLC controlled equipment preferred.
- Excellent communication skills, ability to work within a team environment, ability to lead a project team, and ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities required.
- Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, statistical software and CAD/solid modeling usage (SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD) required. LEAN and Six Sigma (DMAIC and/or DFSS) training and certification preferred.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- BS in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering required. MSME preferred.
- BSME and 10+ years of relevant industry experience required as stated in qualifications.
Job: Mechanical Engineering
Primary Location: US-Maryland-Baltimore
Shift: First Shift / Day Job
Relocation Available:No
BD is a leading global medical technology company that develops, manufactures and sells medical devices, instrument systems and reagents. The Company is dedicated to improving people's health throughout the world. BD is focused on improving drug delivery, enhancing the quality and speed of diagnosing infectious diseases and cancers, and advancing research, discovery and production of new drugs and vaccines. BD's capabilities are instrumental in combating many of the world's most pressing diseases. Founded in 1897 and headquartered in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, BD employs approximately 28,000 people in approximately 50 countries throughout the world. The Company serves healthcare institutions, life science researchers, clinical laboratories, the pharmaceutical industry and the general public. For more information, please visit www.bd.com.
BD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
About Us
Description
The statements below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of associates so classified.
JOB SUMMARY: Provides mechanical/electro-mechanical engineering support for manufacturing operations, specifically, Microbiology diagnostic products. Position supports capacity expansion projects for the reagent product plants, projects to improve product and process robustness, and new product introduction at BD Diagnostic Systems facilities world-wide.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for development, improvement, and maintenance of mechanical and electro-mechanical sub-systems for process automation within BDDS' Microbiology diagnostics manufacturing plants. Duties include:
- Definition of requirements for manufacturing processes and process automation as part of new product development and/or plant continuous improvement activities.
- Based on requirements, development of specifications for automation hardware, development of operating procedures, acceptance and validation test plans and protocols.
- Design, develop, upgrade and debug automated processes, process hardware, mechanical and electro-mechanical components and sub-systems.
- Hands-on troubleshooting of mechanical and electro-mechanical hardware components and sub-systems associated with factory process automation, leading to repair and/or re-design of the same.
- Hands-on application of Six Sigma (DMAIC and DFSS) and LEAN methodologies in assigned projects and activities.
- Promotes a safe work environment through participation in environmental, health and safety programs and the application of engineering skills to safety issues in equipment design and operation.
- Availability to travel locally or overnight up to one week duration required
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Experience in the specification and design of automated manufacturing equipment for use within a regulated industry.
- Previous experience required developing factory automation process requirements, writing equipment specifications, operating procedures, and managing design efforts of equipment vendors.
- Experience developing and executing acceptance test and validation protocols required.
- Previous engineering experience in an FDA GMP/QSR environment preferred.
- Fluidic systems design and development experience preferred.
- Experience in development and troubleshooting of machine and process operations for conveying materials and containers at rates up to 400 parts/minute, powder filling, resin and silicone dispensing, 1µl to 50 ml volume dispensing of liquids, drying and curing equipment and processes, plastic parts surface modification, assembly of plastic parts, capping and torquing of container closures, terminal sterilization and secondary packaging equipment required.
- Experience with design and manufacturing processes for plastic (molded) parts is a plus.
- Experience with design, development, integration and debug of PLC controlled equipment preferred.
- Excellent communication skills, ability to work within a team environment, ability to lead a project team, and ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities required.
- Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, statistical software and CAD/solid modeling usage (SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD) required. LEAN and Six Sigma (DMAIC and/or DFSS) training and certification preferred.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- BS in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering required. MSME preferred.
- BSME and 10+ years of relevant industry experience required as stated in qualifications.
Job: Mechanical Engineering
Primary Location: US-Maryland-Baltimore
Shift: First Shift / Day Job
Relocation Available:No
Nearest Major Market: Baltimore
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