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We are currently seeking a self-directed and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Reliability Engineer. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining optimised maintenance plans, using reliability tools and techniques. Your main objective will be to promote continual optimisation of site asset performance and reduce costly breakdowns. By developing strategies to improve overall equipment reliability and safety of associates, you will play a key role in enhancing operational processes. This position offers the opportunity to handle multiple projects/programs while ensuring compliance with quality systems, policies, procedures, and safety regulations. If you are a proactive problem-solver with a passion for driving improvement, we encourage you to apply.

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!

Main responsibilities will include:

• Provide expertise in investment projects related to plant infrastructure, manufacturing equipment, and reliability management systems.

• Facilitate criticality evaluation of site assets to prioritise maintenance efforts.

• Develop and implement maintenance strategies aligned with BD Excellence.

• Utilise appropriate tools and processes for criticality assessment, risk-based analysis, maintenance plan development, diagnosis, and root cause analysis.

• Develop and enforce site technical standards to ensure consistent performance.

• Analyse maintenance data to identify improvement projects and optimise the life cycle of site assets.

• Support the maintenance of up-to-date knowledge and awareness of improvement methodologies and new techniques in maintenance engineering.

• Coordinate the development and update of maintenance plans and spare part classification.

• Coach the Maintenance Team and other related roles to investigate failures and initiate corrective actions.

• Promote BD Best Practice Networks and Asset Care culture.

• Participate in staff development by defining training and skill development opportunities.

• Supervise and control non-value added activities, MTTR, MTBF, failure trends, and maintenance costs to identify priorities and trigger re-evaluation of criticality.

• Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with technical standards and best practices.

• Analyse and optimise preventive and corrective maintenance processes considering constraints and needs of other functions.

• Stay updated on new technologies to develop appropriate solutions for the site.

• Ensure harmonisation of processes and promote technical standards.

• Benchmark engineering and maintenance results against other BD sites and external references.

About you

• HND or Degree in Engineering or Technical/manufacturing experience in lieu of an associate degree.

• Experience working as a reliability engineer or a similar role.

• Medical device manufacturing experience preferred.

• Proven experience in manufacturing preferred.

• Proficient in effective oral/written communication, teambuilding, independent thinking, decision making, machine design, troubleshooting, safety & ergonomics expertise, project management, data collection and statistical analysis, quality systems knowledge, logistics & planning knowledge, computer skills (Microsoft Office), and basic financial acumen.

• Basic knowledge of maintenance strategy (AM/PM, TBM, CBM, Predictive).

Click on apply if this sounds like you!

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment.

• Chance to make a significant impact on site asset performance and operational processes.

• Continuous learning and development opportunities.

• Collaborative and supportive team culture.

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.

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

Primary Work Location

GBR Plymouth - Belliver Industrial Estate

Additional Locations

Work Shift

GB-PLY Office Staff 0830-1630 (United Kingdom)

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.