Quality Engineering Specialist

Fresenius Kabi USA; Massachusetts; Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company contributions

Paid vacation and personal days

Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization seeks an Engineering Specialist, Quality to support quality assurance processes for medical devices. This role involves developing compliance with industry standards and overseeing the testing of software and hardware systems. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in the medical device industry, along with leadership and communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of $160,000 - $170,000 and hybrid work options in Massachusetts.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of experience in medical device industry or equivalent.
• Knowledge of IEC/ISO 62304 and 21 CFR 820.30.
• Experience with FDA regulations for medical device software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality assurance processes.
• Assure thorough testing and validation of systems.
• Collaborate with teams to define quality metrics.

Skills

Quality assurance processes

Knowledge of industry standards

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Risk management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Associates degree with 15+ years of experience

Job description

The Engineering Specialist, Quality supports: the product development process, requirement planning and reviews, verification planning, review of test case methods, & defect management and related risk assessments. Additionally, this position will support and improve active and disposable medical devices with an emphasis on design control and risk management processes supporting the North Andover Design Center Projects.

Salary Range: $160,000 - $170,000

• Position is eligible to participate in a bonus plan with a target of 15% of the base salary (include only if applicable to the grade level)
• Final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to experience level, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Our benefits and programs are comprehensive and thoughtfully crafted to ensure our colleagues live healthy lives and have support when it matters most. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with company contributions, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, employee assistance program, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage.

Hybrid role: Onsite Tues, Wed, Thurs

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. Fresenius Kabi is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa either now or in the future.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement quality assurance processes for medical devices in compliance with industry standards and regulations, including: IEC/ISO 62304: Medical Device Software Lifecycle, 21 CFR 820.30: Design Controls, ISO 14971: Medical Device Risk Management, IEC 60601: Medical Device Electrical Safety, ISO 10993: Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices, IEC 62366-1: Application of Usability Engineering to Medical Devices

Assure thorough testing and validation of software and hardware systems to ensure they meet specified requirements and are free from defects.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define quality metrics, standards, and procedures throughout the software and product development life cycle.

Assist with cross-functional risk assessments and contribute to the creation of risk management plans related to software and product quality.

Review and assure that verification test plans, test cases, and validation protocols are complete and provide meaningful results to confirm design outputs meet design inputs.

Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in medical device software and product quality.

Participate in audits and inspections to ensure compliance with relevant quality standards and regulations.

Investigate and analyze reported product defects, providing detailed and accurate reports to support corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).

Facilitate communication between development teams and regulatory affairs to address quality-related issues.

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by leading complaint investigations, CAPAs, and other corrective actions.

Review design specifications for clarity, testability, and regulatory compliance.

Participate in design reviews for new products and establish quality plans.

Facilitate pre- and post-market risk management activities.

Maintain accurate records to assure regulatory compliance throughout the product lifecycle

Provide quality oversight for software deliverables, ensuring compliance with software lifecycle requirements including software risk management, cybersecurity considerations, traceability, and release readiness per IEC/ISO 62304.

Strengthen and maintain the QMS structure for design and software quality by defining workflows, templates, and governance for document control, change control, design reviews, DHF/DMR readiness, and inspection preparedness.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the compliance to company documents, programs and activities related to the Health, Safety, Environment, Energy, and Quality Management Systems, as per your roles and responsibilities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field or Associates degree with 15+ years of relevant experience.
• Greater than 10 years of related experience in the medical device industry or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of IEC/ISO 62304 Medical Device Software Lifecycle and 21 CFR 820.30 Design Controls
• Experience with FDA regulations, specifically medical device software
• Experience in compliance to GMPs
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Ability to operate independently exercising good judgement
• Ability to mentor junior staff
• Able to use electronic systems including IT equipment to carry out duties

Additional Information

We offer an excellent salary and benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as life insurance, disability, 401K with company contribution, and wellness program.

Fresenius Kabi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.