We are seeking an experienced Senior Quality Engineer to support new technology introduction, validation, and quality engineering initiatives for a global medical device organization. This role will serve as the Quality representative on cross-functional project teams, ensuring new products, processes, test methods, and technologies are successfully transitioned into production while meeting regulatory, quality, and timeline requirements.
Responsibilities- Serve as the Quality Engineering lead on cross-functional teams supporting new technology and product introduction into manufacturing.
- Develop, execute, and maintain validation protocols for new products, manufacturing processes, test methods, equipment, and software.
- Lead revalidation activities resulting from engineering changes, deviations, system upgrades, or material changes.
- Apply statistical analysis to validation activities and establish appropriate production inspection methods, controls, and acceptance criteria.
- Perform quality and risk analyses to identify and mitigate potential risks throughout development and implementation.
- Partner with R&D and Engineering to establish and document Critical-to-Quality (CTQ) characteristics and inspection requirements.
- Lead Design for Inspection activities for new technology introductions, leveraging appropriate technologies to improve consistency and reduce human error.
- Ensure project and operational compliance with applicable Quality Management System requirements, including FDA Quality System Regulations and ISO 13485/ISO 9001.
- Provide technical Quality Engineering support for root cause analysis, complaint investigations, deviations, and corrective and preventive actions.
- Support problem-solving initiatives for new and established manufacturing processes to reduce compliance risk, scrap, rework, and process variability.
- Provide Quality Engineering guidance and influence cross-functional stakeholders to drive effective, compliant solutions
Qualifications & Experience- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical/engineering discipline.
- 3-5+ years of Quality Engineering experience within a regulated industry, preferably medical devices.
- Demonstrated experience supporting the introduction of new products, processes, equipment, or technologies within a medical device manufacturing environment.
- Strong experience with product verification, process validation, and test method validation.
- Working knowledge of medical device regulatory and quality requirements, including FDA requirements and ISO 13485.
- Experience applying statistical methods and risk-management techniques within validation and manufacturing environments.
- Strong root cause analysis, problem-solving, and corrective action experience.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while working effectively across Engineering, R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality teams.
Key Competencies
- Strong communication and influencing skills
- Cross-functional collaboration and teamwork
- Project management and organizational skills
- Methodical, detail-oriented approach
- Strong technical and analytical problem-solving abilities
- Adaptability within a global, culturally diverse organization
- Ability to navigate challenging situations constructively and drive alignment