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Project Engineer

Plymouth
£43.3k – £66.1k/yr
Posted 16 days ago
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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

Reporting to the Project Engineering Leader (as designated) the Project Engineer’s primary function is to implement cost reduction and continuous process improvements activities, also to maximise capacity constraint programs for future business growth. Must be able to effectively plan / track and manage the actions of multi-disciplined teams and external vendors to deliver projects within the time frame identified by the annual budget process.


Main Responsibilities Will Include

  • Prepare accurate project schedules and capital appropriation requests for all projects.
  • Liaise with the quality, regulatory, facilities, production and marketing departments to obtain their input and / or support to ensure projects are successfully initiated and validated within time frame and budget.
  • Plan, design and specify improvements to existing processes to improve productivity, quality, safety and efficiency. Innovate, design and specify new processes to meet manufacturing requirements, manage the selection of vendors, placement of orders and track building progress through to factory acceptance trials.
  • Prepare plant layout in response to changing manufacturing needs for both present and future requirements.
  • Prepare / manage manufacturing and validation document amendments in relation to process change and the introduction of new equipment.
  • Coordinate the failure mode effect analysis process in order to carry out risk analysis of process changes. Provide operational and technical training as necessary.
  • Utilise Six Sigma methodologies (DMAIC) and carry out statistical data analysis to effectively scope and manage improvement activities.
  • Liaise with other BD Plants to exchange and share process knowledge that may potentially provide cost reductions and efficiency improvements. Keep abreast of latest technology.
  • Ensure projects are compliant with Health and Safety legislation, environmental legislation, legislation appropriate to the medical device industry in both Europe and USA, and division / plant procedures.
  • To coach and give direction to engineering associates under their control with regard to specific tasks and projects.
  • Carry out other duties as deemed appropriate by the Engineering Leader.

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About You

  • A qualification in an engineering discipline (HND or Degree preferred), with a minimum of HNC or equivalent.
  • Proven experience working in a high-performing high-volume manufacturing environment, ideally within medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or a similarly regulated industry, or demonstrated success within BD.
  • A track record of successfully contributing to or leading projects, with strong project management capability.
  • Comfortable working with a range of PC-based systems and tools to support engineering and operational activities.
  • A proactive mindset with the ability to apply technical knowledge to solve problems and drive continuous improvement.

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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.

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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

  • Capital Projects

Optional Skills


Primary Work Location

  • GBR Plymouth - Belliver Industrial Estate

Additional Locations


Work Shift

  • GB-SHF-37.5 (United Kingdom)

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 "Our Commitment to You."


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

  • £43,300.00 - £66,025.00 GBP Annual
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Skills

Project Management
Process Improvement
Cost Reduction
Six Sigma
Statistical Data Analysis
Risk Analysis
Manufacturing
Quality Assurance
Regulatory Compliance
Vendor Management
Operational Training
Technical Knowledge
Collaboration
Problem Solving
Engineering
Process Design

Location

Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

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