Plant Engineering Leader
BD
Summary
As Plant Engineering Leader, you will lead and develop a team of engineers focused on executing strategic projects and driving continuous improvement initiatives across all plant operations. This role is responsible for managing engineering resources, providing technical leadership and mentorship, and fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and professional development.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, coach, and develop a high-performing team of project engineers and technical professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and growth.
- Own and manage the department’s capital expenditure (CAPEX) portfolio, including budget forecasting, business case development, approval processes, and project execution.
- Establish, standardize, and drive the use of project management tools, processes, and performance metrics to ensure consistent and successful project delivery.
- Direct cross-functional teams in the planning and execution of engineering projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Drive operational performance through improvements in Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), equipment reliability, and manufacturing process optimization.
- Support talent development through succession planning, performance management, coaching, and career growth opportunities for engineering staff.
- Partner with plant leadership to align engineering priorities and project activities with strategic business objectives.
- Ensure compliance with quality systems, regulatory requirements, and environmental, health, and safety standards.
- Champion a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement, promoting accountability, innovation, and results-driven execution.
Required Qualifications
- BS Degree Required – Engineering, Manufacturing or related field
- 5 years project management experience in a manufacturing environment
- Experience managing CAPEX budgets and large-scale engineering projects.
Knowledge and Skills
- Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop engineering teams.
- Strong project and program management skills with experience implementing project management methodologies and tools.
- Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
Preferred Qualifications
- 2 years engineering related people manager
Requirements
- BS Degree Required – Engineering, Manufacturing or related field
- 5 years project management experience in a manufacturing environment
- Experience managing CAPEX budgets and large-scale engineering projects
- Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop engineering teams
- Strong project and program management skills with experience implementing project management methodologies and tools
- Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence
- 2 years engineering related people manager
Benefits
- 4 days in-office per week
- COVID-19 vaccination required
Company overview
BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) is one of the world's largest global medical technology companies, founded in 1897 and headquartered in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey. As a Fortune 500 company, BD specializes in developing, manufacturing, and selling medical devices, instrument systems, and reagents across three primary segments: BD Medical, BD Life Sciences, and BD Interventional. The company's extensive product portfolio includes medical equipment such as syringes, needles, infusion systems, diagnostic instruments, flow cytometers, and surgical devices. With over 70,000 employees worldwide and operations in virtually every country, BD focuses on advancing healthcare through innovations in medical discovery, diagnostics, and care delivery. The company has a rich history of pioneering medical technologies, including the first insulin injection device, the Vacutainer blood collection system, and numerous safety-engineered medical devices. BD's mission centers on improving clinical therapy for patients and enhancing clinical processes for healthcare providers while addressing global health challenges through strategic partnerships and continuous innovation.