Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer

Cirtec Medical; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and career development

Healthcare and well-being programs

401(k) retirement savings with company match

Job summary

Cirtec Medical, based in Brooklyn Park, is looking for a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer to oversee the quality and compliance of external suppliers. This role involves conducting assessments, monitoring performance, and driving corrective actions to ensure product quality.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related field and at least 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in the medical device industry. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Experience in mechanical systems and tooling design preferred.
• Progressive experience in the medical device industry.

Responsibilities

• Conducts supplier assessments and audits for quality compliance.
• Develops and manages inspection procedures including first article inspection.
• Monitors supplier performance and drives necessary corrective actions.

Skills

Supplier Quality Engineering

Mechanical systems

Manufacturing processes

Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)

Process validation

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM-related engineering discipline

Job description

Description

About us

For over three decades, Cirtec Medical has been a leading outsourcing partner for complex medical devices. We specialize in providing comprehensive solutions for Class II and III devices, from design and development to precision components and finished device assembly. Our expertise spans neuromodulation, implantable drug delivery, cardiac rhythm management, structural heart, mechanical circulatory support, and minimally invasive surgical systems.

Our dedicated teams prioritize growth, innovation, and collaboration. We actively seek opportunities for improvement to enhance our support for clients. If you embrace a growth mindset and thrive on challenges, you may be a perfect fit for our team!

Position Summary

The Senior Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring the quality, compliance, and performance of external suppliers through the evaluation and oversight of manufacturing processes and quality systems. This role conducts supplier assessments and audits, supports supplier selection and qualification activities, monitors supplier performance, and drives corrective and preventive actions to ensure products meet company, customer, and regulatory requirements. The Senior Supplier Quality Engineer partners closely with suppliers and cross‑functional teams to identify risks, implement improvements, and maintain a reliable and compliant supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Tracks supplier responses and conducts follow‑up activities, including escalation when necessary.
• Reviews existing Quality Agreements, determines when revisions are needed, and coordinates updates with suppliers.
• Collects, analyzes, and monitors supplier quality and performance data from internal sources.
• Prepares, maintains, and submits required quality records and documentation for closure and filing.
• Develops and manages supplied product inspection procedures, including first article inspection requirements.
• Evaluates supplier capabilities through on‑site assessments, technical discussions, directed testing, and quality system audits.
• Communicates supplier quality issues proactively through audits, supplier corrective action requests (SCARs), and technical discussions.
• Participates in and provides engineering ownership for supplier‑related Non‑Conforming Material Reviews (NCMRs).

Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM‑related engineering discipline required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant engineering experience required.
• Experience working in an engineering environment with mechanical systems, tooling design, and manufacturing processes; medical device industry experience preferred.
• Progressive experience in Supplier Quality Engineering, preferably within the medical device industry.
• Working knowledge and experience with Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA), process validation, design controls, and risk management methodologies.

Salary Range

$115,000-140,000

Cirtec Medical Corporation considers for employment and hires qualified candidates without regard to age, race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law. Cirtec Medical Corporation and all of its related companies fully endorse equal opportunity for all. Cirtec Medical provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process.

We work to create a culture that is built on innovation, respect, transparency and communication, and hope you take pride in being a member of our team. It is Cirtec's goal to create a great work environment and to keep the company a great place to work. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. Our benefits include Training and career development, Healthcare and well‑being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, Paid Time Off and 401(k) retirement savings with a company match.