Sr Engineer, Quality

Fresenius Kabi USA; Massachusetts; Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company contributions

Paid vacation

Employee assistance program

Health benefits (medical, dental, vision)

Job summary

A leading medical technology firm seeks a Senior Engineer, Quality in Massachusetts to ensure product excellence for infusion systems. Key responsibilities include developing quality assurance processes, collaborating across teams, and managing product lifecycle compliance. Ideal candidates should have a B.S. in Engineering and 8+ years in medical device quality, compliance, and regulatory standards. A comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage and a 401(k) plan with contributions.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of specialized experience in medical disposables/device products or advanced technical degree.
• Experience with design control and medical device risk management.
• Ability to utilize IT equipment and electronic systems for duties.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality assurance processes for medical devices.
• Ensure thorough testing and validation of software and hardware systems.
• Collaborate with teams to define quality metrics and standards.
• Review verification test plans and validation protocols for completeness.
• Investigate product defects and contribute to CAPAs.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Leadership and project management

Analytical capability and attention to detail

Ability to operate independently

Education

B.S. degree in Engineering (materials, biomedical, or mechanical)

Job description

The Senior Engineer, Quality will play a key role in ensuring product excellence by analyzing, developing, implementing, and executing processes that uphold the highest standards of quality. This position provides technical project leadership and guidance across the validation, verification, commercialization, and life‑cycle management of BU-INS-IVX infusion systems and related disposable products.

Salary Range: $145,000-$155,000

• Position is eligible to participate in a bonus plan with a target of 10% 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.

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

Requirements

• B.S. degree in Engineering (materials, biomedical, or mechanical).
• Minimum 8 years of specialized experience in a medical disposables/device products field or advanced technical degree.
• Experience in compliant practices of design control and medical device risk management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Strong analytical capability and attention to detail.
• Ability to operate independently and exercise good judgment.
• 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, 401(K) 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.