Engineer I, Quality (THV)

Jenavalve Technology; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 73,350 - 89,650; Full time

Job summary

Jenavalve Technology is looking for a Quality Engineer to provide Quality Engineering support for their Heart Valve manufacturing. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with QSRs and ISO standards while working in a cleanroom environment.

Key qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 2 years of experience in medical device quality assurance. Strong analytical skills and collaboration are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of medical device Quality/Regulatory experience required.
• Experience with nonconformances, risk analysis, and corrective actions is essential.
• Familiarity with 21CFR820 and ISO standards is needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide Quality Engineering support for transcatheter Heart Valve manufacturing.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineers for process qualification.
• Audit the manufacturing line for compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work in cleanroom environment

Root cause analysis

Technical documentation

Collaboration within teams

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or relevant scientific subject

Tools

Inspection and testing equipment

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Irvine, CA 92618

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Salary Range: $81,500.00 - $81,500.00

Salary

Job Title: Engineer, Quality (THV)

Overview

Engineer I, Quality (THV)

Engineer II, Quality (THV)

Engineer III, Quality (THV)

Role Level: Individual Contributor

Supervisor/Manager Title: Senior Manager, Quality Engineering

Job Location & Environment: Irvine, CA - Corporate office / Controlled Cleanroom Environment

Job Description

Provide regular Quality Engineering support to transcatheter Heart Valve (THV) manufacturing and relevant areas including design Verification and Validation, production line/receiving inspection support, process validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), process optimization, non-conformance identification/initiation/investigation, risk management, and post-market assessment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Manufacturing Engineers to characterize and qualify manufacturing processes.
• Provide technical Quality support to ensure new processes/procedures are in compliance with the governing standards and procedures.
• Review of documentation and production records to ensure all product is produced in compliance with QSRs and ISO standards and ensure all Device History Records (DHR) are complete, accurate and compliant to Good Documentation Practice (GDP).
• Review and update device Validation Master Plan (VMP).
• Creation and approval of test protocols and reports in support of equipment qualifications (IQ/OQ/PQ), design verification, continuous improvement projects, validation activities and Gage R&R studies.
• Creation and review of technical reports and documentation.
• Support or lead root cause analysis investigations for production-related or quality-related nonconformities (respectively) and develop and aid in the implementation corrective actions.
• Development and implementation of effective corrections/corrective actions.
• Partner with R&D and Manufacturing Engineers to develop/refine critical manufacturing processes.
• Function as a core-team member in cross-functional teams in the generation and implementation of improvement projects and process scale-up projects.
• Audit the manufacturing line to ensure compliance to governing procedures is being met.
• Support Internal and External (supplier) audits.
• Support elements of the Quality System such as, but not limited to, NCRs, CAPAs and Complaints.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or relevant scientific subject required. Biomedical, biochemical or chemical degree is preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of medical device Quality/Regulatory experience in a medical device, pharmaceutical or life sciences technology driven company. Level I, II, III DOE.
• Experience with nonconformances, investigations, root cause analysis, risk analysis and corrective/preventive actions.
• Must be familiar with 21CFR820, ISO 13485, and ISO14971 requirements.

Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to adhere to company code of conduct and contribute to fostering a professional, collaborative and respectful team working environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a regulated manufacturing / cleanroom environment.
• Strong attention to detail while reviewing documents and records.
• Can identify work priorities and deploy resources to ensure business needs are met.
• Must be able to work effectively and collaborate within cross-functional teams.
• Must be able to effectively articulate (verbally and in writing) results and conclusions to technical and non- technical personnel.
• Must possess the ability to handle multiple tasks with high attention to detail.

Physical Requirements

• Minimum traveling, less than 10%, required for tooling development and testing.
• Must be able to work in a manufacturing, laboratory, and clean room environment, including compliance with applicable gowning and PPE requirements.
• Must be able to follow clean room, laboratory, and site safety protocols at all times.
• May require use of inspection and testing equipment as needed.