Job Specifications
Product Quality Engineer – Medical Devices
Location: Kidlington
Salary: Highly Negotiable, Dependent on Experience
An exciting opportunity to join a growing medical imaging company developing cutting-edge 3D imaging technology. With commercialisation underway in the UK and US, we are expanding our manufacturing capability and seeking a Product Quality Engineer to strengthen the Quality & Regulatory Affairs team.
Role Overview
The Product Quality Engineer will plan, coordinate, and manage quality assurance and quality control activities across product development, manufacturing, and post-market. This includes developing DHF deliverables, supporting verification/validation, managing non-conformances and CAPAs, and providing compliance guidance to colleagues. The role plays a key part in ensuring adherence to ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR 820 (transitioning to QMSR), and CE/510k requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and support quality engineering activities for medical, veterinary, and non-destructive testing systems.
Contribute to design and manufacturing documentation, ensuring products can be effectively manufactured and tested.
Oversee risk management planning, assessment, and reporting for new and modified products.
Support design transfer, supplier qualification, and quality test method validation.
Generate and maintain quality documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, and inspection procedures.
Manage NCRs, CAPAs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Collaborate with R&D, suppliers, and manufacturing teams to embed quality throughout the lifecycle.
Provide training and guidance on regulatory compliance and quality standards.
Qualifications & Skills
Degree in Science or Engineering, or equivalent experience.
Recognised Quality Management System qualification (e.g., ISO auditor) or similar experience.
Strong knowledge of product development, manufacturing, and quality systems in regulated industries, ideally medical devices.
Familiarity with standards such as ISO 13485, FDA QSR, risk management (FMEA), and medical device cybersecurity.
Skilled in Lean/Six Sigma methods and tools such as Minitab, DOE, and SPC.
Excellent planning, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
This is a great opportunity to join an innovative scale-up and directly contribute to the delivery of high-quality, safe, and effective products to market.
About the Company
We aim to positively impact people's lives by connecting talent with opportunity through a well-managed, ethical recruitment process.
Initially working within biotechnology and medical technology, we are now partnering with 'Tech For Good' companies across The UK, EU & US.
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