Staff Quality Systems Engineer

Brighter Signals; Danvers (MA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & Leave

Parental Leave

Volunteer Leave

Employee Benefits

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson in Danvers, MA seeks a Staff Quality Systems Engineer to lead CAPA and Nonconformance in a regulated medical device environment. The role focuses on driving quality system improvements, regulatory compliance, and mentoring junior engineers, with occasional travel to support cross-site initiatives.

You will partner with Manufacturing, R&D, Regulatory Affairs, and Supplier Quality to resolve issues, advance the QMS, and prepare for FDA inspections and Notified Body assessments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Life Sciences, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 5–7 years of experience in quality engineering/quality systems within the medical device industry.
• Deep understanding of FDA QSR (21 CFR Part 820), ISO 13485, and EU MDR.
• Proven experience managing CAPAs and NCs in a regulated environment.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in quality tools (8D, FMEA, Six Sigma, Lean).
• Experience with electronic QMS platforms (EtQ, SAP).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.
• CQE, CMQ/OE, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or similar preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead CAPA/NC investigations and ensure proper root-cause analysis.
• Oversee end-to-end CAPA and NC processes with documentation and corrective actions.
• Serve as SME for CAPA/NC during audits and inspections.
• Analyze CAPA/NC trends to identify systemic issues.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, R&D, Regulatory Affairs, and Supplier Quality.
• Support risk management per ISO 14971.
• Mentor junior quality engineers and train stakeholders.
• Contribute to QMS development and SOPs.
• Lead or support global CAPA/NC harmonization.
• Travel up to 10% for inspections and cross-site activities.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Project management

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Life Sciences, or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

8D

FMEA

Six Sigma

Lean

EtQ

SAP

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function

Quality

Job Sub Function

Quality Systems

Job Category

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Danvers, Massachusetts, United States of America

Job Description

We are searching for the best talent for a Staff Quality Systems Engineer to lead and optimize CAPA and Nonconformance (NC) processes within a regulated medical device environment. This role will be based in Danvers, MA.

Purpose: This role is instrumental in driving quality system improvements, ensuring global regulatory compliance, and mentoring junior engineers. The position includes travel to support cross-site initiatives, supplier quality activities, and audit readiness.

You Will Be Responsible For

• Lead complex investigations of product and process nonconformances using advanced root cause analysis methodologies (e.g., Fault Tree Analysis, 5 Whys, Fishbone, DOE).
• Oversee the end-to-end CAPA and NC process, ensuring timely execution, thorough documentation, and effective implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for CAPA and NC processes during internal audits, FDA inspections, and Notified Body assessments.
• Analyze CAPA/NC trends and metrics to identify systemic issues and recommend strategic quality improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, R&D, Regulatory Affairs, and Supplier Quality to resolve quality issues and implement sustainable solutions.
• Support risk management activities in accordance with ISO 14971, including risk assessments related to CAPAs and NCs.
• Mentor and train junior quality engineers and other stakeholders on CAPA/NC processes, regulatory requirements and quality tools.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS), including SOPs, work instructions, and templates.
• Lead or support global harmonization initiatives for CAPA/NC processes across multiple sites or business units.
• Up to 10% travel may be required to support:
  • Regulatory inspections and internal audits at other facilities
  • Training and collaboration with global teams

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Life Sciences, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in quality engineering /quality systems within the medical device industry.
• Deep understanding of FDA QSR (21 CFR Part 820), ISO 13485, and EU MDR.
• Proven experience managing CAPAs and NCs in a regulated environment.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in quality tools (e.g., 8D, FMEA, Six Sigma, Lean).
• Experience with electronic QMS platforms (e.g., EtQ,SAP).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE), Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or similar preferred.
• Experience with complaint handling, design controls, and post-market surveillance preferred.
• Familiarity with global regulatory requirements (e.g., USFDA, Health Canada, TGA, PMDA) preferred.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive quality culture preferred.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please email the Employee Health Support Center ([e-mail]) or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$96,000.00 - $155,250.00

Additional Description For Pay Transparency

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company's consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).

Benefits

• Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
• Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
• Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
• Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
• Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
• Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
• Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days
• Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
• Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
• For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits