Job Description
This Quality Engineering II position will be in THV Quality Engineering, Global Product Surveillance (GPS). The GPS team is responsible for leading and performing critical engineering investigations on globally reported complaints for returned/non-returned devices. The role is not remote and will required presence on campus
Key Responsibilities:
Investigate complex manufacturing product quality and compliance issues reported from the field, analyze results, determine root cause/probable cause, and initiate and review reports.
Perform hands-on device investigation using visual, dimensional, and test equipments to determine root cause.
Assess reported events against established risk documentation for clinical and compliance risk(s) and escalate to Quality Management and Product Safety as needed.
Participate in escalation tasks and activities, including Project Risk Assessments (PRA) and Corrective/Preventive action(s) -- CAPAs, SCARs, as determination by investigation.
Identify and report key complaint metrics per device category and collaborate with applicable manufacturing engineering teams to resolve production/device related issues.
Other incidental duties assigned by Leadership (may assist in Adhoc complaint analysis or metric review).
Additional Skills:
Good documentation, communication and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills
Basic understanding of statistical techniques
Previous experience working with lab/industrial equipment required
Solid understanding and knowledge of principles, theories, and concepts relevant to Engineering
Solid problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills
Solid understanding of processes and equipment used in assigned work
Knowledge of and adherence to Quality systems
Strict attention to detail
Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Must be able to work in a team environment, including the ability to manage project stakeholders
Ability to build productive internal/external working relationships
Required Skills & Experience
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Engineering or Scientific field, 2 years' experience related work experience required; or Master's Degree or equivalent in Engineering or Scientific field, 1 year experience including either industry or industry/education required.
Experience in medical device (cardiovascular, endovascular, or other critical care/surgical products), healthcare, or a related environment preferred.
Experience in complaint investigations, root cause analysis, and the associated risk assessments preferred.
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.