Quality Engineer (m/w/d) – Validation, FMEA & Regulatory Compliance, Medical Devices

BD; Zürich; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

BD in Switzerland seeks a Quality Engineer (m/w/d) to join a multidisciplinary team in Wangs. You will support validation, risk management, and quality assurance in a highly regulated medical device environment. You will bring hands-on experience with IQ/OQ/PQ, ISO 13485, EU MDR, and risk management (FMEA).

German and English fluency is mandatory to collaborate across functions and audits. The role offers exposure to global standards and opportunities to drive quality improvements across the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline (Mechanical, Process, Materials Science, Chemical, or Pharmaceutical).
• Experience in the medical device industry or a regulated environment.
• Hands-on validation experience (IQ/OQ/PQ) and CAPA processes.

Responsibilities

• Support quality development activities for commercial production.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures, FDA regulations, and ISO 13485 / EU MDR
• Serve as quality subject matter expert during audits.
• Lead CAPA processes and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Fluent in German and English

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

MS Office

DOE

Minitab

Collaborative mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

MS Office

DOE

Minitab

Job description

We are the people who give possibilities purpose
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.

Job Description

About the Role

Are you a quality-driven engineering professional with a passion for precision, compliance, and making medical technology safer? We are looking for a Quality Engineer (m/w/d) to join our multidisciplinary team in Wangs, Switzerland, supporting validation, risk management, and quality assurance activities within a highly regulated medical device manufacturing environment.

This role sits at the intersection of engineering rigour and regulatory compliance - ideal for professionals with hands-on experience in process validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), risk management (FMEA, ISO 14971), and quality systems (ISO 13485, EU MDR).

We also welcome applications from professionals with backgrounds in Sterilization ValidationandQuality & Regulatory Affairs.

What You Will Do

Quality & Compliance

• Support all quality development activities for commercial production
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures,FDA regulations, and applicable international standards(ISO 13485, EU MDR, ASTM)
• Serve as quality subject matter expert during regulatory and internal audits

Validation & Process Qualification

• Support validation and re-validation of test methods and manufacturing processes
• Develop, review, and approveprotocols and reportsfor test method validation
• ImplementIQ, OQ and PQprocess qualification activities, including protocol and report review

Risk Management

• Cross-functionally collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering onFMEAs(design, production, user)
• Create, maintain, and approverisk management documentsin line withISO 14971 / 24971

Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving

• Lead and supportCAPAprocesses: root cause analysis, problem-solving methodologies, and corrective/preventive action implementation
• Performstatistical analysesto determine process capability indicators using tools such asMinitabandDOE (Design of Experiments)
• Support the Manufacturing Engineering team across all quality-related tasks

What You Bring

Education

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline(preferably Mechanical, Process, Materials Science, Chemical, or Pharmaceutical Engineering)

Experience & Knowledge

• Experience in themedical device industryor a comparable regulated environment
• Practical knowledge of global MedTech standards:ISO 13485, ISO 14971/24971, EU MDR
• Hands-on experience with validation activities(IQ/OQ/PQ), statistical tools and CAPA processes

Skills

• Fluent in German and English— both written and spoken(mandatory)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High level of accuracy and process-oriented working style
• Proficient inMS Office(especially Word)
• Knowledge ofDOEandMinitabstatistical software
• Collaborative mindset — comfortable working in multidisciplinary, international teams

Why Join Us

• Work in astate-of-the-art MedTech environmentin Switzerland
• Be part of a cross-functional team where your quality expertise drives real patient impact
• Grow within a culture that values precision, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Engage with international standards and global regulatory frameworks on a daily basis

Why Join Us

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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CH STR Mgrs-Admins (Switzerland)

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