What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Intern position at BD?
Job Description Summary
Under general supervision of a Sr. Engineer, the intern will work in a variety of assignments to provide general support to the engineering group. The intern’s assignments will make a positive contribution to BD Medical as well as give the intern opportunities to gain “hands on” work experience with the intent of training the intern for the potential of starting a successful career after graduation.
Job 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.
Job Responsibilities: (Primary Duties, Roles, and/or Authorities)
This position requires:
Personal Protective Equipment must be worn and may include a hair net, steel toe shoes, safety glasses, and/or ear plugs. This associate may be expected to stand for long periods of time during their shift.
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.
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. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.
To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers
Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of 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, or any other protected status.
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Required Skills
Optional Skills
Primary Work Location
USA UT - Sandy
Additional Locations
Work Shift
Under general supervision of a Sr. Engineer, the intern will work in a variety of assignments to provide general support to the engineering group. The intern’s assignments will make a positive contribution to BD Medical as well as give the intern opportunities to gain “hands on” work experience with the intent of training the intern for the potential of starting a successful career after graduation.
Job 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.
Job Responsibilities: (Primary Duties, Roles, and/or Authorities)
- Provide daily project or emergency support to engineering, operations, or maintenance departments.
- Work with production personnel to understand and improve operation of production equipment.
- Work with production maintenance to develop the ability to perform routine troubleshooting and repair of production equipment.
- Assist an engineering project leader by completing technical tasks such as design and solid modeling, coordinating purchasing or assembly of components, and implementing improvements using standard validation processes.
- Act as an engineering representative for TPM teams led by the Sr. Electro-mechanics. Intern will help the TPM team identify, isolate, and solve reoccurring production problems.
- Intern will learn validation principles through BD validation training and then apply them under the supervision of a project engineer.
- Intern will learn the basics of the six-sigma methodology through “Six-Sigma Lite” training and will apply them in day-to-day problem solving.
- Act as a team leader for smaller engineering projects or short-term production support projects.
- Comply with all local, state, federal, and BD safety regulations, policies and procedures.
- Comply with all local, state, federal, and BD safety regulations, policies, and procedures including RCRA Hazardous Waste regulations.
- Comply with all local BD quality policies, procedures, and practices through consistent application of sound quality assurance principles.
- Other duties as assigned.
- This is not intended to be an all-inclusive listing of duties. Other job-related duties may be required.
This position requires:
- Enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate engineering program, Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- Must be able to work year-round. Expected to work full-time hours in the Summer and 15-20 hours during the school year.
- Must be able to commute to BD Sandy, UT office.
- Students in their Sophomore or Junior year preferred.
- Preferred majors are Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or Biomedical Engineering.
- Indicate the minimum level of experience required:
- Example Only: Edit or delete as applicable (Basic, Proficient, Advanced, Specialized)
- Effective Oral/written Communication - Advanced
- Ability to work as part of a team / Teambuilding - Advanced
- Independent thinking / Self Driven - Advanced
- Decision Making Ability - Advanced
- Troubleshooting / Problem Solving - Advanced
- Safety & Ergonomics Expertise – Proficient
- Project Management - Proficient
- Quality Systems Knowledge – Proficient
- Logistics & Planning Knowledge – Proficient
- Computer Skills / Microsoft Office - Proficient
- Financial Acumen - Proficient
- Critical Knowledge and Skill to perform and deliver to the scope and deliverables of the job
Personal Protective Equipment must be worn and may include a hair net, steel toe shoes, safety glasses, and/or ear plugs. This associate may be expected to stand for long periods of time during their shift.
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.
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. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.
To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers
Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of 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, or any other protected status.
#earlycareer
Required Skills
Optional Skills
Primary Work Location
USA UT - Sandy
Additional Locations
Work Shift
