Job Description

Summary
The Associate Staff Engineer is a technical leadership role who will own, lead and support the

end-to-end Design and engineering deliverables and solutions for high-volume medical device

products right from Design and Development to Verification and Validation activities. (S)he,

working with the local and global stakeholders, will deliver relevant solutions to new and existing

products through design calculations, risk-retirement using first principles engineering,

technical analyses and verification of the design. The Associate Staff Engineer will learn and

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engineering tools to deliver a high quality, robust and cost-effective design and will partner

cross-functionally to execute all aspects of product development. They will also ensure

successful design-transfer into manufacturing.

Educational Background

Full time Degree in a relevant engineering field is required (i.e., Mechanical, Industrial &

Production, Chemical, Materials Engineering)

Masters and PhD in Engineering is highly preferred.

Professional Experience

Minimum 12 years of experience in engineering/technical field, with 3 years demonstrated

project and team leadership, preferably in the medical device industry with successful track

record of project completion.
Job Responsibilities
Own, Lead, Mentor, and coach project team(s)in all technical aspects of projects/ programs

of diverse medical devices under the respective platforms

Identify the best tools and approaches to effectively solve engineering problems to

develop/optimize designs by leveraging appropriate mix of first principles / analytical,

computational, and experimental methods.

sharing sessions.

Drive initiatives of the organization that would enable technical excellence.

Lead and ensure implementation rigor of design control best practices with compliance to

BD quality policies and procedures through appropriate communication, training, and

education of sound quality assurance principals.

Ensure compliance with all local, state, federal, and BD safety regulations, policies, and

procedures.

Lead and own the design efforts over the continuum of product development and/ or life

cycle management/ Sustenance engineering / NPD Projects.

Remove obstacles and provide technical direction and mentorship to Design, Development

and Verification Validation Teams.

Should be able to do project management and review various projects and programs. Own

the project priorities and ensure timely completions.

Coordinate with the cross-functional teams (i.e., Marketing, Quality, Supply chain,

Regulatory, Manufacturing Technology, Operations, Cytotoxicity, Sterilization teams etc.)

to deliver the design solutions.

Develop technical design and/ or verification documentations, draft engineering and test

plans, drawings, 3D models as needed independently or with team basis business

requirements.

Should be able to effectively interact and communicate with global teams across BD.

Own the design and/ or verification deliverables of the project assigned.

Develop, verify and validate test methods and prototypes as needed.

Execute Risk Management activities to ensure that design and process shortcomings are

identified and appropriately addressed.

Optimize product design, material selection, product features, process design and humanfactor

need based on the project needs.

Drive the right culture in the organization in line with BD Values. Work closely with functional

managers for resource managements and feedbacks.

Analyze the design and utilize robust engineering principles to ensure that the design is

optimized to satisfy product and business requirements.
Ensure the design considerations are embedding all applicable DFX (Design for

Excellence) aspects including manufacturability, serviceability, reliability and safety.

Create solutions for technical problems using systematic problem-solving methodologies

and engineering principles such as DFSS.

Drive meetings and collaborate with various stakeholders to operationalize the programs

and projects.
Organizational Leadership
Quality systems processes: Drive best practices in implementation of quality systems

processes including design controls and change control.

Technology transfer: Ensure efficient and effective transition from research to development

to manufacturing in locations throughout the world

Process effectiveness: Develop and implement appropriate processes for effective and

accurate execution of engagement of other parts of the company in project activities.

Innovation: Develop and apply innovative approaches to ensure best outcomes in all

aspects of the role. Support an environment in which innovation can flourish through

empowerment, encouragement, and support.

Influence others: Intuitively and quickly assess people and situations and act accordingly.

Demonstrate strong persuasion and timing skills. Remain open to be persuaded when

appropriate.

Inclusive work environment: Promote and leverage diversity to achieve best outcomes.

Leadership courage: Demonstrate and promote leadership courage by doing what is right.

Engage those who disagree to persuade or be persuaded. Instil confidence in associates

and customers.

Dealing with ambiguity: Demonstrate agility and action orientation when facing change and

uncertainty. Effectively manage change and instil confidence.
Organizational Development
Proactively develop, maintain & share technical knowledge in specialized area(s),

remaining up to date on current trends and best practices.

Actively lead, mentor, and motivate team members and junior associates, while also

ensuring effective cross-functional communication and engagement

Develop and apply innovative approaches to ensure the effective capture, retention and

communication of technical and project knowledge generated (tacit & implicit).
Knowledge
Demonstrated first principles engineering and design skills

Exposure to six sigma and lean methodologies is highly desirable. Candidates

with prior experience in Medical Devices will be preferred.
Experience in CAD/CAE tools (Solid Works, AUTOCAD, PRO-E, etc)

specializing in mold flow, structural designs, CFD, statistics and advanced

statistics and plastics domain is desired.

Experience with implementing product changes through a structured, phasegated,

product development process is desired. Good understanding of

medical device product development risk management methodologies (EURA,

FMEA, etc.) will be an added advantage.

Ability to analyze, organize and present large amounts of data in a clear and

concise manner.

Disciplined, detailed and well organized with managing documentation in a

regulated environment.

Ability to execute concurrently multiple projects and manage priorities.

Ability to work independently with global exposure is desired.

Experience in medical devices will be highly preferred.
Skills
Strong interpersonal and influence skills.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Advanced Problem-solving skills.

Strong Cross functional Project Leadership skills.

Strong technical and managerial judgment.

Team orientation.

Strong skills in project planning and management.

Broad and deep understanding of disciplined change control processes,

regulatory, and quality requirements.

Strong motivational fit.

Strong fit with BD values.
Primary Work Location
IND Bengaluru - Technology Campus
Additional Locations
Work Shift