Mechanical Quality / Design Control Engineer

Job description

Experience: 5-10 years / Band C Key Responsibilities • Design Control & Documentation (NPD): Drive completion of Design History Files (DHF) from user needs to design outputs, ensuring compliance for new orthopedic product introductions. • Verification & Validation (V&V): Lead test protocol development and execution for biomechanical, sterilization, and material validation to confirm product performance. • Risk Management: Maintain the Risk Management File (ISO 14971), conducting FMEA and clinical risk assessments across the product lifecycle. • Life Cycle Management (LCM): Oversee sustaining engineering activities, including product modifications, line extensions, and engineering change requests (ECR/ECO). • Design Transfer: Collaborate with Manufacturing and Operations to ensure smooth, compliant transfer of designs into production. • Regulatory Support: Provide documentation for audits and regulatory submissions (FDA 510k, EU MDR) and participate in design reviews. • Process Improvement: Apply Lean and Six Sigma tools to improve design control processes, reduce defects, and enhance efficiency. • Quality & Field Support: Conduct field inspections, calibration, PFMEA, and maintain field quality procedures/work instructions. • CAPA & Non‑Conformance: Support corrective/preventive actions, quality holds, and resolution of non‑conformances. • Inspection & Testing: Perform verification of finished goods, purchased products, and raw materials; conduct visual/dimensional inspections per GMP requirements. • Root Cause Analysis: Investigate issues, recommend corrective actions, and ensure preventive measures are implemented. • Training & Mentorship: Train team members on inspection methods, equipment use, and quality systems. • Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Partner with Quality Managers, Field Offices, Commercial Operations, and Distribution teams to support projects and quality initiatives. Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Biomedical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering • 3+ years of quality or manufacturing engineering experience • Working knowledge of FDA QSR, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971 • Experience with inspections, technical drawings, and measurement equipment • Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills • Proficiency with PC-based tools and quality documentation systems