Senior Director, Service Engineering

Becton Dickinson Medical Devices • San Diego, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

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 Senior Director, Service Engineering provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the Service Engineering function within Global Customer Services (GCS). This role is accountable for ensuring the serviceability, readiness, and lifecycle optimization of products and solutions across all business units. The incumbent will drive innovation in service design, technical education strategies, and documentation standards, while fostering strong collaboration with R&D and cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional customer value and operational excellence.

Requirements

• BA or BS in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent additional relevant experience
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in medical device or equivalent.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams, build trust, and influence others.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications.
• Travel may be required as part of this role.
• Intercultural awareness and effective communication

Nice To Haves

• Lean Six Sigma experience, or similar CI improvement methodologies preferred
• Expertise in serviceability engineering (diagnosability, repairability, updateability)
• Lifecycle planning and cost optimization
• Technical documentation and knowledge management
• Advanced problem management and solution development
• Innovation in service design and delivery

Responsibilities

• Serviceability Engineering Define and implement serviceability requirements in partnership with R&D, ensuring alignment with product development objectives. Lead problem management and continuous product improvement through structured change requests and proactive issue resolution. Guarantee diagnosability, repairability, updateability, and usability across all products and solutions.
• New Product Launch & Service Readiness Direct the development and execution of field service strategies for new product introductions. Oversee comprehensive service lifecycle planning, including definition, creation, monitoring, and problem management processes. Ensure the accuracy and accessibility of technical documentation and knowledge bases for all service offerings.
• Lifecycle Management & Product Updates Drive lifecycle planning and monitoring for service offerings, including updates and upgrades, supported by efficient IT tools and infrastructure. Define and maintain standards for field-replaceable service parts to optimize operational efficiency. Lead update management processes, including preparation of instructions, implementation oversight, and KPI ownership.
• Collaboration Represent Service Engineering on business unit leadership teams and in cross-functional forums, influencing strategic decisions. Champion an agile, collaborative working model and serve as a role model for the Global Customer Services Operating Model.
• People Leadership Provide leadership to a global organization, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance aligned with the GCS strategy. Engage, inspire, and develop diverse leaders and teams through clear communication, coaching, and succession planning to build organizational capability and resilience. Champion employee engagement initiatives, ensuring alignment with company values and driving a positive, innovative work environment across all regions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director