Engineer II, Algorithm - BD Advanced Patient Monitoring

Becton Dickinson (BD) recently completed the acquisition of the Edwards Critical Care business. This position is part of the Critical Care division, and as such will become a part of the BD organization in the future. Critical Care will operate as a separate business unit, called Advanced Patient Monitoring (APM) within BD's medical segment, aligning with BD's smart connected care approach. BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world and is advancing the world of health by improving medical discovery, diagnostics and the delivery of care. If you are invited to interview for this position, a recruiter will provide further details about this exciting transition. Learn more about BD at bd.com  

The Engineer II applies knowledge of technical principles and Edwards systems/procedures to optimize product development.

How you will make an impact:

• Create, test, and/or improve moderately complex signal processing algorithms, physiological models, time series models, control systems and/or machine learning models (including deep learning) by developing moderately complex algorithm scripts, experiments and tests (including writing and executing protocols), analyze results, make recommendations, and develop reports, based on engineering principles
• Generate scripts for statistical data analyses, test methods, algorithm prototype code, etc., to establish /characterize algorithm and/or machine learning model specifications.
• Create/update portions of design control documents including algorithm requirement specs and risk documents
• Analyze and interpret moderately complex physiological and clinical data, animal model data, algorithm results data, Machine Learning model performance data, etc..
• Create tools for data analytics, mining, and visualization and integrate them with data processing pipelines for model development
• Incidental

What you will need: (Required)

• Bachelor's Degree in in Engineering or Scientific field, 2 years years experience of previous related experience Required or
• Master's Degree or equivalent in in Engineering or Scientific field+ internship, senior projects, or thesis in Engineering or Scientific field including either industry or industry/education Required

What else we look for: (Preferred)

• Proven skills in usage of Matlab, and/or Python, and/or R and/or similar scripting tools and/or good skills in usage of software programming tools such as C/C++, C# and others
• Good skills in usage of Machine Learning tools
• Good skills in usage Control Engineering tools, such as Simulink..etc
• Good documentation, communication (e.g., written and verbal) and interpersonal relationship skills including consultative and relationship management skills
• Basic understanding of machine learning (including deep learning) and data mining techniques
• Basic understanding of statistical techniques
• Previous hands-on experience working with scripting and/or programming languages and/or machine learning tools required
• Basic understanding of databases (SQL and others)
• Solid understanding and knowledge of principles, theories, and concepts relevant to Algorithm and/or Machine Learning model development and/or Control Systems
• Solid problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills
• Solid understanding of programming principles: algorithm scripting and/or software programming and processes and tools used in programming work
• Knowledge of and adherence to Edwards Environmental Health and Safety and Quality guidelines as they relate to department clean room medical device manufacturing
• Strict attention to detail
• Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to work in a team environment, including the ability to work with third parties and project stakeholders
• Ability to build productive internal/external working relationships
• Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

For California (CA), the base pay range for this position is $93,000 to $132,000 (highly experienced).

The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience).  Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.   

Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

COVID Vaccination Requirement

Edwards is committed to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them. As such, all patient-facing and in-hospital positions require COVID-19 vaccination. If hired into a covered role, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in locations where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination.