Design Quality Engineer - Medical Devices

ZipRecruiter; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 93,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical device manufacturer is seeking a Senior Design Quality Engineer to join its R&D team in Falmouth. This role entails leading quality assurance for product design, engaging with suppliers, and driving validation processes. Candidates should have a BSc/BEng in a related field and at least 4 years of experience in quality engineering. The position offers a salary of £50,000 - £60,000 along with outstanding benefits and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Enhanced pension

Private healthcare

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of quality engineering experience, ideally within the medical device sector.
• Proven expertise in design control, product testing, and regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with design for manufacturing/assembly (DFMA).

Responsibilities

• Leading quality assurance activities during product design and development.
• Driving validation, verification and risk management processes.
• Leading and participating in design reviews and evaluations.

Skills

Quality engineering experience

Leadership skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

BSc/BEng in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or Mechatronics

Tools

Altium Schematic Capture

Job description

Overview

Senior Design Quality Engineer - Medical Devices – Falmouth, Cornwall

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + exceptional benefits + clear path to career progression + relocation package.

An innovative global medical device manufacturer is looking for a highly skilled Senior Design Quality Engineer to join its expanding R&D team based in Falmouth. This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in the design, development, and delivery of life-changing medical technologies that truly make a difference.

As part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team, you''ll work closely with internal and external partners to ensure products are designed, developed, and validated to the highest quality and regulatory standards. This role offers not only technical challenge but also strategic influence, with the chance to lead quality engineering initiatives across a diverse product portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Leading quality assurance activities during product design and development.
• Driving validation, verification and risk management processes.
• Leading and participating in design reviews and evaluations.
• Supporting CAPA, non-conformance resolution and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Engaging with suppliers to ensure quality requirements are met.
• Communicating complex technical information to stakeholders across the business.

Qualifications

• A BSc/BEng in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• At least 4 years of quality engineering experience, ideally within the medical device sector.
• Proven expertise in design control, product testing, and regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with tools such as Altium Schematic Capture and design for manufacturing/assembly (DFMA).
• Strong leadership, project management, and interpersonal skills.
• A passion for quality and innovation with a keen eye for detail.

Why Join?

• Excellent salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum
• Outstanding benefits including generous holiday allowance, enhanced pension, and private healthcare.
• Career progression: Clear path toward leadership within a global organization.
• Purpose-driven work: Contribute to products that improve patient outcomes and change lives.
• Supportive environment: Work alongside experts in a positive, inclusive culture that values your growth.

If you''re ready to take the next step in your career and want to be part of something truly meaningful, apply now to join a world-class team making a global impact.

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