New · posted Oct 29
Becton Dickinson · Medical Devices
Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer
- Milpitas, CA
- On-site
- Full-time
- Senior & Principal
The role
As a result of the combination of the BD Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business with Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT), by applying to this role, you will be applying for a position with Waters. Waters is a global leader in life sciences, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, Waters’ innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across biology, chemistry, and physics. Waters collaborates with analytical laboratories around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, assure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combatting growing antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, Waters’ passionate team of approximately 16,000 colleagues partner with customers to turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.
What you need
- B.S. or B.A. degree in an engineering or science field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in Supplier Quality in a manufacturing environment working in an FDA or ISO regulated environment
- Six Sigma Green Belt and/or Certified (e.g. ASQ) Quality Engineer or equivalent (Prefer Six Sigma Black Belt Certified) desired
Minimum Qualifications
- Robust understanding of QSR, Design Control, ISO, Product Risk Management and GMPs as defined in CFR 820
- Excellent people interaction, team building, leadership, and communication skills including providing effective presentations.
- Strong background in Manufacturing processes including process development and optimization
- Experience in managing variety of commodities including Instrument Finished Goods, Optics/Lasers, CMs, PCBAs/ Electronics, Sheet metal, Machined Parts, and Cabling harnesses or Chemistry or Biological products
- Proficient in project management, analytical, critical thinking, problem solving and prioritization skills
- Demonstrate innovative and implementation skills
- Demonstrate knowledge of Statistics and Data Analysis to drive data-based results and decisions
- ISO 9001/13485 lead auditing experience
- Strong solving skills at both process and product level
- Experience in SAP, Minitab, and Quality Systems Software (e.g. TrackWise) is a plus
- Lead Supplier Capability Assessments
- Ability to travel 20%
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.
Required Skills
Optional Skills
What you'll do
- Provide guidance and Quality oversight for key suppliers to ensure suppliers are aligned with Waters Quality, Regulatory and Industry standard requirements. Ensure controls meet WATERS, FDA, and other applicable regulatory requirements and identifying quality needs, product improvements and customer requirements
- Drive and Support new product development and sustaining activities in supplier management ensuring supplier compliance and capability for Qualification, Approval, and Sustaining activities. Ensures adequate design control documentation and records are maintained to support life cycle of design history
- Provide quality support for Supplier Qualification and Approval steps and ensure that they are completed adequately including areas in supplier selection, quality planning, risk analysis, critical to quality characteristics, supplier specification and DFM reviews, validations, verifications, quality agreements, supplier history files and other activities as needed
- Support activities relating to Field Corrective Actions, when needed
- Facilitate and Partner with suppliers to develop strong business and quality relationships ensuring strong communication and collaboration
- Establish new initiatives to support ongoing improvement of Supplier Quality Management Systems.
Pay
$110,200 – $176,400 a year
Employer providedSalary Range Information
$110,200.00 - $176,400.00 USD Annual
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.
Health & Well-being: Medical, dental, vision, health savings and flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, wellness resources, mental health support, and disease management programs.
Retirement & Financial Well-being: 401(k), deferred compensation programs, financial counseling, DailyPay, and educational savings resources.
Work-Life Balance & Family Support: Paid time off, company holidays, educational assistance, parental leave, adoption assistance, backup care, caregiving support, employee assistance programs, commuter benefits, pet insurance, legal services, and associate discount programs.
Leave Programs: Bereavement, military, personal, family and medical leave, and jury duty leave.
Additional details regarding benefits and well-being programs can be found in Our Commitment to You.
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Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform it successfully. The salary or hourly rate offered is determined by the role's specific requirements, including any applicable step rate pay system at the work location. Salary or hourly pay ranges are influenced by labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location which may also affect the workplace arrangement of the role.
Where you'll work
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At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs.
Primary Work Location
USA CA - Milpitas 155
Additional Locations
CAN Québec - GeneOhm Sciences, USA GA - Grayson, USA NC - Mebane
From the posting
About BD
We are the people who give possibilities purpose
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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Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to 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, and other legally protected characteristics.
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Live data · October 29, 2026
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How the pay compares
This role's midpoint is 17% above the US median for Quality Assurance roles at this level.
This roleEmployer provided
Senior & Principal roles in California97 roles publishing pay
Senior & Principal roles in the US325 roles publishing pay
| Annual base pay | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| This role | $110,200 | — | $176,400 |
| California (middle half) | $116,000 | $137,500 | $159,000 |
| All US (middle half) | $104,000 | $123,000 | $142,500 |
This role: Becton Dickinson's own published range. Comparisons: the base pay employers published on open Quality Assurance roles at the same level on Regulatory Jobs, October 29, 2026. Nothing is estimated.
Career trajectory
Where this role sits in Quality Assurance
The general path across 975 open Quality Assurance roles on Regulatory Jobs, with the titles they carry most. Not BD's own promotion track.
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What this role leans on
How many of the posting's 25 duty, requirement and summary lines touch each area. The posting's emphasis, not a proficiency score.
- Quality systems and risk10
- Collaboration and leadership6
- Lab testing and methods4
- GMP and compliance2
- Validation and qualification2
- Documentation and SOPs1
- Data and digital systems1
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Company hiring pulse
BD on Regulatory Jobs
- 91
- Open roles
- 84
- Distinct roles
- 21
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By discipline
- Quality70 77%
- Regulatory19 21%
- Compliance & Safety2 2%
By level
- Senior & Principal46 51%
- Associate & Specialist27 30%
- Manager15 16%
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Open until filled. $110K–$176K a year, employer provided.