Job ID R-514277 Date posted March 31, 2025

Research & Development Engineering Co-op (Year-Round)

Job Description Summary

Year-Round Research and Development Co-op

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.

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.

Excited to grow your career?

We are looking for a candidate for a year-round R&D Co-op opportunity. We value our hard-working employees, and whenever possible strive to help one of our associates grow professionally before recruiting new talent to our open positions. If you think the open position is right for you, we encourage you to apply!


Our people make all the difference in our success.


Essential Job Functions
The following duties and responsibilities are intended to be representative of the work performed by the incumbent(s) in this position and are not all-inclusive. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility will not preclude it from the position.

Scope:

  • Assist with Assignments

  • Apply Engineering principles

  • Detail Oriented

  • Responsible Team Member

  • Identify tasks and be task oriented; take ownership of task/project

  • Action Oriented

Potential Task Assignments within the scope of this position:

  • Initiates new or revised documentation and tracks through appropriate approval cycles and implementation

  • Maintains a professional working relationship with internal & external customer and support staff

  • Participates on multi-functional teams.

  • Provides technical support on components, material methods, systems and equipment.

  • Assists in developing physical and functional test requirements to assure specifications & regulations are met.

  • Writes and reviews protocols, reports and data.

  • Conducts testing outlined in protocols and test methods

  • Completes validation studies on equipment & processes

  • Completes design controls

  • Analyzes design inputs

  • Trains on, understands and follows company procedures and regulatory requirements.

  • Participates in and provides recommendations to training on department & division procedures, and policies.

  • Prepares and presents oral and written project updates and technical discussions.

Basic Qualifications
This position requires:

  • Working towards a Bachelor degree in related field of study.

  • Generally a Junior or Senior in their program, Biomedical & Mechanical preferred.

  • Resides or commutes within Salt Lake City area


Additional Desirable Qualifications Skills and Knowledge

  • Basic Technical writing skills

  • Ability to read drawings

  • Demonstrated ability to apply engineering principles

  • Ability to perform testing per written directions

  • Demonstrated comprehension of basic descriptive statistics

  • Basic Software application skills

  • Basic problem solving skills

  • Ability to collect and analyze data and derive conclusions

  • Ability to make recommendations to reach a solution

  • Oral and written presentation skills

  • Ability to work independently

Physical Demands:
This position is in an office and/or laboratory environment and requires the incumbent to sit, stand and perform general office functions. The incumbent may also be required to lift up to twenty five pounds occasionally. The incumbent may be required to stand for extended periods of time. Bending, stooping and reaching are also frequently required.

Work Environment:

This position is for a part-time, year-round, Co-op opportunity. This position requires part time availability, while working towards a degree in a related field of study.

This position has the opportunity to work up to 40 hours per week during the summer (but not required), and a target of 20 hours per week during the school semesters.

The incumbent must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the duties and responsibilities.

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.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.  

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.  

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

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. 

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