Staff Quality Engineer, Design & Reliability Assurance

Changing lives. Building Careers. Joining us is a chance to do important work that creates change and shapes the future of healthcare. Thinking differently is what we do best. To us, change equals opportunity. Every day, our colleagues are challenging what’s possible and making headway to innovate new treatment pathways to advance patient outcomes and set new standards of care. SUMMARY The Staff Design Quality Assurance Engineer (DQA) is a subject matter expert responsible for the efficient and compliant support of New Product Development (NPD) and Sustaining/Remediation project(s) of varying scope and complexity in the Tissue Technology (TT) division, as well as risk management work for new and existing products. The staff DAQ Engineer works with minimal supervision and guides the work of others to achieve assigned deliverables. The role will interact with design and development partners, participating on cross-functional project teams through all phases of the product development process, and assisting the technical team with planning, executing, documenting, and communicating testing activities. The role works closely with Product Development, Project Management, Regulatory, Marketing, Manufacturing Facilities and Medical Affairs. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Work independently within broad guidelines, policies and the operational plan to impact a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams Manage complex processes, lead the work of small project teams, Formally train and act as a resource for colleagues with less experience Support the design and development of new or improved products in close collaboration with Product Development, Project Management, RA, Marketing and Medical Affairs. Support Design Reviews, Technical Reviews, and Gate Reviews. Lead and support the execution of all Risk Management and Usability Engineering process activities, including design, process, and application FMEAs. Author or review for approval other Risk Management Documentation: PSRA, Risk Management Plan/Report, Hazard Analysis, Benefit-Risk Analysis (BRA). Support Internal partners in the development of products; including review and approval of development documentation such as product requirements, schematics, verification, and validation strategy/execution. Coordinate, review and approve development documentation created by external partners. Lead implementation of SPC programs with Manufacturing and Quality Control as a part of Process Validation and Design Transfer. Maintains knowledge of and applies statistical analysis to support data-driven decision making. Work with project teams to develop DOEs and statistically sound tests for appropriate support of results. Develop statistically based sampling plans for Design Verification and Validation, Process Validation, or other studies as deemed necessary. Participate in FDA inspections, ISO Certification and surveillance audits, customer audits and internal audits as an NPD and/or Sustaining/Remediation subject matter expert. Writing & coordinating efforts for the development and implementation of new and updated Quality System procedures for ISO/QSR, such as validation protocols, manufacturing procedures, product & material specifications, design & development documentation, SOPs to support development and sustaining/remediation projects. Ensure that all projects are in compliance with GMP, QSR, ISO or other applicable requirements. Identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement in the quality system. Interact and coordinate activities with other departments, external vendors, and customers. Perform other Quality Systems related duties as required. QUALIFICATIONS The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for this position. Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering (Biomedical, Mechanical or Electrical) or related discipline. 8+ years of experience in Quality Engineering, process engineering or R&D Engineering for medical device, with at least 3 years of direct DQA experience. Expert in the application of risk management and design control standards and best practices to NPD and LSM. Demonstrates excellent knowledge of statistical sampling and analysis tools/methods to support data-driven decision making. Expert knowledge and understanding of applicable national and international regulations and standards. Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills. Expert with the MS Office Suite, and statistical software. Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision, guide and coach more junior colleagues. Able to prioritize projects and manage time to meet organizational goals and objectives. Experience presenting to External Regulatory Agency in audits (i.e., Notified Bodies and FDA). Knowledge of TrackWise preferred. Knowledge of Agile product lifecycle management system preferred. Salary Pay Range: $109,250.00 - $149,500.00 USD Salary Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by several factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for bonus, commission, equity or other variable compensation. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. 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