Job Description Summary

As the Staff R&D Engineer, you will contribute to cross-disciplinary product development teams and may lead the definition, design, and execution of Systems Engineering activities throughout all phases of the product lifecycle.

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.

Why join us?

A career at BD means learning and working alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. You will have the opportunity to help shape the trajectory of BD while leaving a legacy at the same time.

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.

Become a maker of possible with us!

Our vision for Medication Management Solutions at BD

With our technical capabilities, the Medication Management Solutions (MMS) team are able to manage multiple systems and our operational capabilities enable us to have medications available when and where needed, reducing inefficiency and waste for nursing and pharmacy teams.

About the Role
We’re looking for a Staff R&D Engineer with a strong systems mindset to lead the development and evolution of complex medical technologies. In this role, you’ll play a pivotal part in shaping product architecture, defining system-level requirements, and driving integration and verification activities across the product lifecycle—from concept through commercialization and post-market support.

You’ll collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to ensure our solutions meet user needs, regulatory standards, and performance expectations. Whether you're passionate about systems thinking, product architecture, or hands-on experimentation, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on innovative healthcare solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead systems-level design and development activities for both new and existing products.

• Define and maintain system and product architectures, ensuring alignment with user needs and business goals.

• Translate user and stakeholder needs into clear, actionable system requirements and interface definitions.

• Drive traceability from requirements through design, implementation, and verification.

• Lead system integration efforts, including defect tracking, configuration management, and risk analysis.

• Plan and execute system-level testing, analyze data, and communicate findings through reports and design reviews.

• Support verification and validation activities, including protocol development and execution.

• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and Reliability teams to ensure smooth product transitions and resolve field issues.

• Facilitate cross-functional technical reviews and contribute to risk management activities (e.g., dFMEA, hazard analysis).

• Apply creative problem-solving and critical thinking to resolve complex technical challenges.

About You

• Proven experience in R&D for complex electro-mechanical systems—medical devices, diagnostics, lab automation, or similar.

• Strong foundation in systems engineering principles, including requirements management, architecture development, integration, and verification.

• Skilled in experimental design, data analysis, and drawing insights from test results.

• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving clarity in fast-paced, agile environments.

• Effective communicator and collaborator with the ability to influence across functions and lead without formal authority.

• Demonstrated ability to manage technical complexity and deliver results in cross-functional project teams.

• Self-motivated, curious, and eager to learn new technologies and approaches.

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Primary Work Location

IRL Limerick - Castletroy

Additional Locations

Work Shift

At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates—their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You.

Salary or hourly rate ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates’ progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. 

The salary or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is determined by their experience, education, and skills, as well as the labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location.

Salary Range Information

€73,500.00 - €125,000.00 EUR Annual