Description
We are the makers of possible
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.
We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.
Principal Accountabilities:
1. Develop, govern, and enforce OT connectivity and integration standards aligned with BD’s Process Target Picture and Smart Factory strategy
2. Design reliable data flows from PLCs, SCADA, and MES into data lakes or cloud analytics
3. Define and own OT reference architectures supporting OEE, analytics, and intelligence use cases, aligned with BD OT standardization models
4. Conduct FAT, SAT, and Commissioning activities to confirm performance, safety, and cyber-security compliance
5. Troubleshoot and resolve OT connectivity, protocol, and data-quality issues while preserving validated state and formal change control
6. Create and maintain standard wiring diagrams, gateway configurations, deployment templates, and reference architectures to accelerate multi‑site rollouts
7. Coach site Automation and Engineering teams, deliver controlled handover and validation documentation, and support go‑live and hypercare phases
8. Partner with Procurement and Engineering to evaluate and qualify sensors, gateways, and edge devices aligned with BD OT, cybersecurity, and supplier standards
9. Collaborate with IT integrators to ensure compliance with network segmentation, identity management, and secure remote access policies
10. Maintain an accurate OT asset inventory, including firmware versions, cybersecurity classification, and lifecycle upgrade plans
11. Monitor evolving regulatory, cybersecurity, and industry standards, updating OT governance and training materials accordingly
Education, Experience, and Capabilities Preferred:
12. 5–8+ years in industrial automation, controls engineering, or PLC/OT system integration
13. Strong knowledge on MES architecture, shop‑floor systems, and plant‑level integration
14. Hands-on experience with OT/IT data integration platforms (e.g., Palantir, Cognite, Kepware, Databricks, Aveva)
15. Experience on Analytics and intelligence tools: Machine learning, AI, visualization and predictive analytics
16. Degree Process Control, Process, Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical or other Engineering Background is required
17. Hands-on experience supporting OEE and digital manufacturing programs at scale
18. Working knowledge of industrial networks (OPC UA, Ethernet/IP, Profinet) and OT cybersecurity fundamentals
19. Basic knowledge on Lean Manufacturing/Continuous Improvement tools and methodologies
20. Troubleshooting mindset with willingness to travel to manufacturing sites (30%)
21. Strong oral and written communications skills
22. Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills and the ability to function at all levels across multiple organizations.
23. Strong influencing skills.
24. Attention to detail, high level of initiative and motivation.
25. Ability to work in a fast-paced team oriented and matrix work environment.
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.
For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.
At BD, we are committed to supporting our associates’ well-being, development, and success through a performance-based culture. For this position, BD offers a competitive compensation package along with the following benefits specific to this role:
26. Annual Bonus
Health and Well-being Benefits
27. Medical coverage
28. Health Savings Accounts
29. Flexible Spending Accounts
30. Dental coverage
31. Vision coverage
32. Hospital Care Insurance
33. Critical Illness Insurance
34. Accidental Injury Insurance
35. Life and AD&D insurance
36. Short-term disability coverage
37. Long-term disability insurance
38. Long-term care with life insurance
Other Well-being Resources
39. Anxiety management program
40. Wellness incentives
41. Sleep improvement program
42. Diabetes management program
43. Virtual physical therapy
44. Emotional/mental health support programs
45. Weight management programs
46. Gastrointestinal health program
47. Substance use management program
48. Musculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery benefit
Retirement and Financial Well-being
49. BD 401(k) Plan
50. BD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan
51. 529 College Savings Plan
52. Financial counseling
53. Baxter Credit Union (BCU)
54. Daily Pay
55. College financial aid and application guidance
Life Balance Programs
56. Paid time off (PTO), including all required State leaves
57. Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement
58. MetLife Legal Plan
59. Group auto and home insurance
60. Pet insurance
61. Commuter benefits
62. Discounts on products and services
63. Academic Achievement Scholarship
64. Service Recognition Awards
65. Employer matching donation
66. Workplace accommodations
Other Life Balance Programs
67. Adoption assistance
68. Backup day care and eldercare
69. Support for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers
70. Caregiving assistance for elderly and special needs individuals
71. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
72. Paid Parental Leave
73. Support for fertility, birthing, postpartum, and age-related hormonal changes
Leave Programs
74. Bereavement leaves
75. Military leave
76. Personal leave
77. Family and Medical Leave (FML)
Jury and Witness Duty Leave
Why Join Us?
A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.
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 health.