Systems Engineer I

$71,900 - $118,600/Yr

BD - Sparks, MD

Full-time - Entry Level

Sparks, MD

Miscellaneous Manufacturing

About the position

The Systems Engineer I will be a key contributor to the Systems engineering team for the BD COR™ System, focusing on high-throughput molecular testing solutions. This role involves collaboration across various engineering disciplines and requires a disciplined approach to system integration, utilizing tools like Design for Six Sigma to ensure high-quality product development. The position emphasizes both technical expertise and strong leadership skills, with responsibilities spanning from technology development to product commercialization.

Responsibilities

• Provides solutions to a variety of technical problems under general direction.
• Contributes to management of product requirements and high-level design specifications under the direction of a supervising System Integrator.
• Assumes a technical contributor role and works closely with other functional groups, especially assay development, hardware engineering, and software engineering.
• Understands and can discuss terminology, concepts, and principles related to product development.
• Evaluates problems of moderate complexity and applies analytical/scientific principles to fulfill project and business objectives.
• Tests, analyzes, and interprets data to provide solutions, draw conclusions, and identify trends.
• Formulates and reports on test methods and outcomes.
• Participates in planning and supports the completion of system verification and validation activities.
• Responsible for understanding and employing statistical approaches to manage technical risk and impart product robustness and reliability.
• Assists in the transition from R&D to manufacturing and to system solving activities for products in the field.

Requirements

• Knowledge of Systems Engineering approaches to in vitro diagnostic development.
• Experience with automation, data acquisition, and statistical methods.
• Familiarity with diagnostic instrumentation, preferably that which uses key automation technologies such as fluid handling, robotics, imaging systems, thermoelectric incubators, and spectral/fluorescent analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience as a member of a project team.
• B.S. in Mechanical, Biomedical, Electrical Engineering, or closely related field.
• Early career candidate with related internship or thesis-based applications in fields such as Medical Technology, Life Sciences, and Diagnostic Instrument development.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $71,900.00 - $118,600.00 USD Annual.
• Opportunities for professional development and learning.
• Rewards and recognition programs that promote a performance-based culture.