Sr Quality Engineer

Baxter International; Mountain Home (AR); On-site; USD 86,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off (20–35 days)

Parental leave

Job summary

Baxter International in Mountain Home, AR is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to provide technical leadership in validation, risk management and quality systems. You will partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Regulatory Affairs and other stakeholders to drive process improvements, ensure GMP compliance, and deliver safe, high‑quality products to patients.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and at least 5 years in a manufacturing or regulated quality environment,

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of validation principles and quality engineering practices.
• Experience with GMP and regulatory standards in FDA-regulated environments.
• Ability to perform investigations and lead root cause analyses.
• Proficiency in statistical methods and Lean/Six Sigma for process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead validation activities for equipment, processes and systems.
• Develop and review validation protocols, reports and studies.
• Partner with manufacturing, engineering and QA to ensure compliance.
• Drive quality improvements using data-driven decision making.
• Support CAPA investigations and risk mitigation activities.
• Ensure readiness for internal, customer and regulatory audits.

Skills

Quality engineering

Validation

Risk management

Statistical analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Project management

Technical writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

This is whereyour work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role, your work has a positive impact on people around the world. As a Senior Quality Engineer, you will provide technical leadership and quality engineering expertise to support manufacturing operations, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and quality system requirements.

This role is responsible for leading validation activities, process improvement initiatives, risk management efforts, and quality engineering projects that enhance product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and operational excellence. The Senior Quality Engineer serves as a key cross‑functional partner, collaborating with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, and other stakeholders to develop and implement sustainable solutions that support Baxter’s commitment to delivering safe, high‑quality products to patients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Lead and support the development, implementation, qualification, and validation of new manufacturing equipment, processes, and systems, as well as improvements to existing operations.
• Own and execute validation activities, including protocol development, risk assessments, Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), and Performance Qualification (PQ).
• Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, and Corporate functions to ensure successful project execution and compliance with organizational standards.
• Drive quality and process improvement initiatives utilizing data‑driven decision‑making, statistical analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Manage and support capital and operational improvement projects, including planning, execution, validation, implementation, and cost management.
• Provide statistical expertise and technical support for process validations, product validations, and ongoing process monitoring activities.
• Develop and evaluate sampling plans, test methods, and validation strategies to ensure product and process effectiveness.
• Conduct risk assessments and support mitigation activities related to product quality, manufacturing processes, and quality systems.
• Author and review validation protocols, reports, technical studies, investigations, and other quality documentation.
• Lead validation efforts associated with equipment installations, process transfers, process changes, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support investigations related to customer complaints, nonconformances, quality events, and product‑related concerns.
• Evaluate and assess supplier product and process changes to ensure continued compliance and product quality.
• Ensure manufacturing and quality operations comply with Baxter Quality System requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), regulatory requirements, and applicable corporate standards.
• Apply engineering principles, statistical techniques, and Lean/Six Sigma methodologies to identify opportunities for process optimization and defect prevention.
• Support and lead Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) investigations, root cause analyses, and effectiveness verification activities.
• Demonstrate strong technical writing skills through the development of investigations, CAPAs, validation documentation, and quality system records.
• Proactively identify and implement actions that prevent nonconformities and improve product, process, and quality system performance.
• Support inspection readiness and participate in internal, customer, and regulatory audits as required.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline required.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing, quality engineering, or regulated industry environment preferred.
• Experience supporting validation programs, process improvement initiatives, and quality systems within a regulated manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience with medical device, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or other FDA‑regulated industries is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of validation principles, risk management methodologies, and quality engineering practices.
• Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), quality system regulations, and applicable industry standards.
• Demonstrated ability to perform technical investigations and lead root cause analysis activities.
• Experience utilizing statistical analysis tools and continuous improvement methodologies, including Lean and Six Sigma principles.
• Strong project management, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent technical writing, verbal communication, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $96,000 annually. We may pay more or less than the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We cannot sponsor or transfer sponsorship of an employment visa.

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well‑being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles.

Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees.

• Our health and well‑being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short‑term and long‑term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
• Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching.
• We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time‑off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave.
• Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits.

For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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