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New · posted Oct 27

Becton Dickinson · Medical Devices

Sr Design Quality Engineer

  • Covington, GA
  • On-site
  • Full-time
  • Senior & Principal
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EmploymentFull-time
LocationCovington, GA
LevelSenior & Principal
FunctionQuality Assurance
DeadlineOpen until filled

The role

This position performs various quality engineering functions and owns Quality Assurance/Document Control/Design Control within the scope of their product line. This includes supporting Design Control projects as well as other duties in support of the Quality System, Design Control System, Document Control, Manufacturing, and the R&D/Product Development departments. Additionally, the Senior Quality Engineer functions as a subject-matter resource for interfacing with cross functional partners in Engineering, Operations, and outside suppliers.

What you need

Required Qualifications

  • BS/MS Engineering (BME or EE or ME)
  • 5 years of experience in FDA regulated environment
  • 3 years of product design experience
  • 2 years of Quality Engineering experience in a regulated environment

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Knowledge and Skills

  • Detail oriented and ability to organize large amounts of work and data.  This includes the need for good documentation practices.
  • Regulatory knowledge and experience including but not limited to FDA, MDSAP, PMDA, CFDA
  • Demonstrated experience working with international suppliers/manufacturers as it relates to product quality and reliability
  • Demonstrated history of successfully interpreting regulations, and procedures
  • Demonstrated skill in statistical analysis and applied statistical methodologies

Preferred Qualificationsnice to have

  • ASQ Certification

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.

Skills named in this posting

What you'll do

  • Serve as the Quality representative on cross-functional project teams, ensuring Design Control principles are effectively applied to product and process changes as well as new product development activities.
  • Provide Quality Assurance leadership and guidance to project teams and within the Quality organization.
  • Author, review, and approve Quality System documentation, including CAPAs, audit reports, and related quality records.
  • Develop, review, and approve product quality documentation, including Design History Files (DHFs) and other design control deliverables.
  • Create, review, and approve validation protocols and reports for products, processes, software, and stability studies.
  • Lead and support risk management activities, including the development and review of FMEA, FMECA, FTA, and other risk assessment documentation.
  • Analyze product and process nonconformances, determine root causes, and drive robust corrective and preventive action (CAPA) plans.
  • Perform internal and supplier quality system audits to ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
  • Review and investigate product complaints, supporting timely resolution and continuous improvement efforts.
  • Monitor, track, and trend key quality metrics and indicators to identify risks and improvement opportunities.
  • Partner closely with manufacturing sites and other division facilities to ensure consistent quality practices and compliance across operations.
  • Serve as an independent Quality Assurance reviewer and chair Design Reviews to ensure objective evaluation of product development activities.
  • Mentor and develop quality professionals, technicians, and engineers through coaching, knowledge sharing, and technical guidance.
  • Provide oversight and supervision for technicians and engineers, supporting performance, development, and project execution.
  • Maintain awareness of evolving industry trends, regulations, and best practices through participation in professional organizations and industry forums, and communicate relevant insights to the business.

Pay

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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.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Where you'll work

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Primary Work Location

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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.

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Live data · October 28, 2026

Salary intelligence

How the pay compares

Senior & Principal roles in the US323 roles publishing pay

Middle half $104,000 to $142,250, median $122,000
Annual base pay
Annual base payLowMedianHigh
All US$104,000$122,000$142,250

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Where this role sits in Quality Assurance

The general path across 961 open Quality Assurance roles on Regulatory Jobs, with the titles they carry most. Not BD's own promotion track.

  1. One step back

    Associate & Specialist

    Often: Quality Engineer · Quality Assurance Specialist

    $81K median260 open

  2. This role

    Senior & Principal

    Often: Quality Engineer · Senior Quality Engineer

    $122K median408 open

  3. Next step

    Manager

    Often: Manager, Quality Assurance · Quality Manager

    $151K median155 open

  4. Later

    Director

    Often: Director, Quality · Associate Director, Quality Assurance

    $209K median122 open

  5. Later

    VP & Executive

    Often: AVP · DX Head of Regions Quality Management and Regulatory Affairs

    $306K median16 open

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What this role leans on

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GMP and compliance: 5 linesLab testing and methods: 3 linesDocumentation and SOPs: 7 linesInvestigations and CAPA: 2 linesValidation and qualification: 1 lineQuality systems and risk: 7 linesData and digital systems: 1 lineCollaboration and leadership: 6 linesGMPLab testingDocumentationInvestigationsValidationQuality systemsData systemsTeamwork
  • Documentation and SOPs7
  • Quality systems and risk7
  • Collaboration and leadership6
  • GMP and compliance5
  • Lab testing and methods3
  • Investigations and CAPA2
  • Validation and qualification1
  • Data and digital systems1

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  • Manager15 17%
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