Staff Electrical Engineer in Kelberg

Build an engineering career where innovation, ownership and impact move healthcare forward

At BD, Engineering and R&D professionals design, develop and improve the technologies that shape how healthcare is delivered worldwide. You'll apply scientific thinking, technical expertise and creative problem-solving to turn complex challenges into solutions that matter.

Whether you specialize in mechanical, electrical, process, systems, software or research engineering, BD offers the scale, resources and freedom to innovate – with clear expectations, accountability for outcomes and opportunities to grow your career alongside industry-leading technology.

And as one of the world's largest medical technology companies, you'll shape solutions that reach across global healthcare systems and improve lives at scale.

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 are the people who give possibilities purpose

Job Description

As a Staff Electrical Engineer, you will provide technical leadership for the design, architecture, and integration of advanced electrical systems across existing and new automation platforms. You will guide complex engineering decisions for machine and plant systems, ensure robust system performance, support market availability for legacy products, and maintain compliance with applicable safety, EMC, and regulatory requirements.

You’ll lact as a key technical authority for electrical engineering, partnering with interdisciplinary teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to solve complex system-level challenges. In this role, you will shape engineering standards, mentor other engineers, drive continuous improvement, and contribute to the development of next-generation industrial automation solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, redesign and development of complex legacy electro-mechanical systems, components, and assemblies for commissioning and automation systems
• Support sustaining engineering activities for existing products, including issue resolution, lifecycle management, design changes, and continuous product improvements to maintain quality, compliance, and market availability
• Analyze and evolve electrical system architectures in alignment with product, platform, and regulatory requirements
• Provide technical planning input, identify engineering risks, and support project execution across multiple development activities
• Drive clarification, definition, and implementation of electrical and system-level requirements
• Create, change, review, and approve electrical schematics, bills of materials, cabinet designs, wiring harness designs, and related engineering drawings
• Select, specify, and technically justify electrical components, considering performance, reliability, manufacturability, compliance, and lifecycle needs
• Lead and review electro-mechanical calculations, simulations, design analyses, and verification activities
• Collaborate with suppliers and contract manufacturers on technical concepts, design reviews, issue resolution, and implementation quality
• Establish, review, and maintain high-quality technical documentation in accordance withGood Documentation Practice (GDP)and applicable engineering processes
• Define and support verification activities, including initial sample inspections, test planning, test execution, and evaluation of results

Qualifications:

• Outstanding technical capabilities with proven ability to provide technical leadership, guide complex decisions, and influence cross-functional engineering outcomes
• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, with extensive experience in product development, electrical system design, and system integration; experience in robotics, mechatronics, or industrial automation is desirable
• T-shaped skill profile: deepexpertisein electrical hardware and system architecture combined with broad understanding of engineering, procurement, quality, manufacturing, and lifecycle considerations
• Analytical and structured workingmethodology; self-motivated, organized, with a fact-based and "go-and-see" mentality and a strong drive to understand
• Strong experience in system engineering, reliability engineering, design verification, and risk-based engineering methods
• Strong documentation skills (GDP) and practical experience in developing models and graphical representations/abstractions of systems and processes
• Strong stakeholder management, networking, mentoring, and technical communication skills
• Experience in commonQualitymethods(Design Review,DFMEA,Design for Six Sigma, etc.)
• Regulatory knowledge of the MachineryRegulation
• Knowledge of measurement technology and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
• Team-oriented mindset with excellent communication skills and the ability to align technical direction across disciplines and organizational levels
• Proficiencyin English & German language are required
• Familiarity with EN60204-1andIEC61010-1standards
• Experience with risk assessment and safety analysis usingSafexpertand Sistema

Tools

• Knowledge in EPLAN or SolidWorks Electrical Schematics
• Skills in Jira and ERP systems such as Sage are a plus

Why Join Us?

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(opens in new window).

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.