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System Support Engineer Lab Automation

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System Support Engineer Lab Automation

Hunt Valley, MD

Job Description Summary

BD is a leading global medical technology company that develops, manufactures and sells medical devices, instrument systems and reagents. The Company is dedicated to improving people's health throughout the world. BD is focused on improving drug delivery, enhancing the quality and speed of diagnosing infectious diseases and cancers, and advancing research, discovery and production of new drugs and vaccines. BD's capabilities are instrumental in combating many of the world's most pressing diseases. Founded in 1897 and headquartered in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, BD employs a people in approximately 50 countries throughout the world. The Company serves healthcare institutions, life science researchers, clinical laboratories, the pharmaceutical industry and the general public. For more information, please visit www.bd.com.

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JOB SUMMARY:

SUMMARY:

The System Support Engineer is a member of the BD Technical Service and Support Organization, a dynamic and innovative department that endeavors to provide high-level technical advice, consultation, and troubleshooting for internal and external customers. This position is dedicated to utilizing scientific laboratory expertise to bring solutions to our customers and support BD products. This role is a key addition to an existing support team of professional engineers, now requiring additional support for an expanding install-base. The team is responsible for providing customer support service for diagnostic automated Kiestra equipment produced and sold by BD Integrated Diagnostic Solutions (IDS).

The role is remote-based.

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 System Support Engineer is a member of the BD Technical Service and Support Organization, a dynamic and innovative department that endeavors to provide high-level technical advice, consultation, and troubleshooting for internal and external customers. This position is dedicated to utilizing scientific laboratory expertise to bring solutions to our customers and support BD products. This role is a key addition to an existing support team of professional engineers, now requiring additional support for an expanding install-base. The team is responsible for providing customer support service for diagnostic automated Kiestra equipment produced and sold by BD Integrated Diagnostic Solutions (IDS).

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Deliver prompt and thorough responses to inquiries from internal and external customers, primarily received via telephone and written communication.
  • Provide remote diagnostics for innovative automated laboratory track systems and instrumentation
  • Generate and maintain proper complaint documentation in compliance with FDA (21 CFR) and ISO requirements.
  • Coordinate with Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Research & Development, Marketing, Sales, Engineering, and Field personnel to assure timely follow-up and resolution of all technical inquiries and product issues.
  • Supports the 24/7 Technical Service telephone line by providing emergency technical assistance during rotations of evening, weekend and holiday on-call coverage.
  • Promotes and ensures a culture of privacy and security related to PHI and HIPPA.
  • Contributes to team goals and objectives through active participation.
  • Promotes Professional Services
  • Actively supports areas of empowerment and continuously improves the team processes to create a more efficient work environment
  • Attention to detail, superior interpersonal skills and good problem-solving skills
  • Troubleshooting hardware and software issues.
  • Upgrading systems to enable compatible software on all computers.

IT Technician Requirements:

  • Experience working with computer networks and systems maintenance.
  • A+, Microsoft or Cisco accreditation advantageous.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient doing software installations and upgrades.
  • Knowledge of basic security concepts and best practices.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge and Skills

  • Four years of recent service experience in the troubleshooting and repair of IT and complex electronic systems preferred.
  • Experience servicing medical devices and equipment required.
  • Experience servicing robotics systems required.
  • Experience with Kiestra equipment; highly preferred.
  • Requires a good working knowledge of electronics and electro-mechanical devices (Megatronics), PLCs and pneumatics.
  • Knowledge of PC/software/LIS/networking/database management knowledge is highly desired.
  • Experience with PC assembly, upgrades and repairs is highly desirable.
  • Independent with proven ability to apply scientific principles when troubleshooting customer workflow and/or instrument complaints.
  • Must have effective communication and customer service skills including technical writing and the ability to manage complex technical conversations via telephone.
  • Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, organization/prioritization skills and a passion for providing superior service.
  • Must have the ability to multi-task and be adaptable to changing business environment(s).
  • Proficient PC skills (Microsoft Office package).
  • English speaking plus additional foreign language preferred

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Electronics/Computers Engineering required, or equivalent experience.

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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Primary Work Location

USA MD - Sparks - 39 Loveton Circle

Additional Locations

Work Shift

Client-provided location(s): Sparks, MD 21152, USA
Job ID: BD-69871713120
Employment Type: Other