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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. 

The Field Service Engineer is responsible for providing on-site support to BD customers that includes, but is not limited to: installation and service of diagnostic instrumentation, after-hours phone support, holiday and weekend on-site support, marketing, exhibitions, and clinical trials support.

Responsibilities:

• This position is to be located in the Northern Virginia area (Fredericksburg, Alexandria, Fairfax)

• Install and service instrumentation with minimum direct supervision, as requested, by the Service Center in accordance with current ISO (International Organization for Standardization) and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) standards

• Provide follow-up service by calling customers who have recently been provided service

• Ensure service was complete and satisfactory to the customers' needs

• Accurately maintain car stock inventory, test equipment, tools, and technical data

• Complete service documentation, as required, by the position function or requested by System Support Engineering Manager in accordance with current GMP requirements

• Display maturity and judgment in time management and expense control

• Maintain expense levels within the established guidelines for field service travel and sites visits

• Report quality control and other technical problems, in detail, to the Service Center and System Support Engineering Manager

• Properly maintain and use company vehicle as outlined by current Corporate fleet policy. Interface efficiently with other departments and managers to resolve customer problems and issues

• Perform other duties as assigned

• Accountable for providing support to customers that meet BD standards of outstanding quality service at all times

• Accountable for Company issued credit cards, travel advances, company vehicle, trunk stock of spare, and repair parts

• As a representative of BD, promote and maintain good customer relations through high standards of personal appearance, ethical behavior, maturity and good judgment

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a High School diploma

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience troubleshooting instruments or components

• Must possess and maintain a valid state-issued driver's license and meet BD's auto safety standards.

• Ability to travel a minimum of 50%

Assets:

• Flow Cytometry experience is a plus

• Technical military training

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Engineering, or other related technical or biological field

• Prior Field Service Engineer experience

• Individuals with previous experience fixing medical device instruments

• Previous customer interfacing role

• Proficiency with MS Office applications such as Word and Excel

• Familiarity with recent Mac and PC operating systems

• Experience with tools and test equipment such as digital volt meters and oscilloscopes desirable

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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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 based on experience, education, skills, and any step rate pay system of the actual work location, as applicable to the role or position. Salary or hourly pay ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles.

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