Overview
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We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated R&D Tech Lead / Staff Engineer to join our team developing innovative medical products and technologies. This role combines technical leadership, systems engineering, and regulatory compliance responsibilities, guiding cross-functional teams through the full product lifecycle—from concept development to commercialization and post-market support.
You will play a pivotal role in shaping product architecture, defining system and sub-system requirements, ensuring traceability and documentation for regulatory submissions, and mentoring team members. This is a unique opportunity to influence the development of life-changing healthcare solutions in a regulated and fast-paced environment.
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.
Main Responsibilities Will Include
* System Design & Development: Lead system-level design and development for new and existing medical products, ensuring alignment with stakeholder needs.
* Requirements & Architecture: Define product architectures and translate stakeholder inputs into clear, traceable system requirements.
* Integration & Testing: Oversee system integration and testing activities, supporting verification and validation across hardware, software, UX, and systems.
* Technical Leadership: Provide mentorship and technical guidance to cross-functional teams, promoting engineering excellence.
* Documentation & Tools: Own and maintain design control documentation, SOPs, and requirements using tools like DOORS and Modern Requirements.
* Lead configuration/change control processes (e.g., CCB, CIT) and find opportunities for development optimisation.
* Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with ISO 13485, ISO 14971, FDA QSR, and support FDA submissions through collaboration with quality and regulatory teams.
* Risk Management: Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies, contributing to activities like dFMEA and hazard analysis.
* Multi-functional Collaboration: Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Regulatory, Manufacturing, and Marketing to ensure smooth project execution and post-market support.
* Project Execution & Tools Development: Develop project plans, technical documents, and Excel-based toolsets to streamline workflows and support design control processes.
About You
* Proven experience in leading technical project teams (HW, SW, UX, Systems) through the product lifecycle and phase-gate approach.
* Strong ability to lead large teams and communicate technical deliverables effectively.
* Experience in writing SOPs, guidance, and technical documentation.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, especially in writing macros.
* Experience in cross-functional product development.
Preferred Qualifications
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related field.
* 5+ years of progressive experience as a senior/lead engineer in product development.
* Creative problem solver with the ability to resolve conflicting requirements and technical risks.
* Practical experience in configuration management and change control processes.
* Familiarity with tools like DOORS, Modern Requirements, SolidWorks, MATLAB, LabVIEW, Minitab.
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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.
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
Salary Range Information
€73,500.00 - €125,000.00 EUR Annual
Location: IRL Limerick - Castletroy
Employment type: Full-time
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Industries: Biotechnology Research, Medical Equipment Manufacturing, and Research Services
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The salary range reflects location factors and applicable laws; actual compensation is determined by experience, education, and skills.
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