Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Sr. Principal Quality Engineer Job Locations US-MA-Bedford Job ID 2025-8219 Type Regular Full-Time Category Quality Assurance/Regulatory Affairs Overview

Position Summary:

The position is responsible to ensure that activities throughout the product lifecycle are in compliance with procedures, standards and regulations applicable to our products.  This position provides project/program level leadership, independently develops, applies and implements methods, tools and practices to achieve product quality goals and requirements in the areas of design, development, production, distribution, maintenance and service.  Provides mentoring and consultation to QE staff on relevant issues.

 

This is a technically focused role requiring advanced skills in analyzing information, reviewing technical reports, promoting process improvement, requirements development, risk management, product development and production controls.  The position expected to lead by example in alignment with the company values to achieve objectives.

Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities

Essential Functions:

Participates in the generation and review of quality documents throughout the product lifecycleAdvises and directs teams regarding compliance to procedures, standards and regulations Ensures product quality meets requirements and documentation is complete prior to approval Participates on core teams supporting new product development or design changes Defends relevant quality topics in audits and corrective actions to improve and maintain compliance of the QMSInterprets regulations and procedures to ensure documents are sound and defensible to auditors and regulatory bodies.On projects of significant scope, leads successful implementation of Design Control and Product Realization requirements for design, production and distribution of Werfen productsOn new product development and or product performance investigations, provides guidance on most appropriate tools and techniques availableProvides input on product requirements, acceptance criteria, traceability, process monitoring, product evaluation, failure investigation and complaint analysis.Ensures application of sound statistical methods and quality tools in the evaluation and documentation of results related to design control, purchased part qualifications, V&V, risk analysis, production transfer, production, distribution and marketing of Werfen products.Provides guidance on compliance of software to procedures and standards including cyber security and privacy requirementsWorks with manufacturing, R&D, Service, Sales & Marketing, and others outside the company (as needed) to recommend or prepare corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) Reviews and approves change orders for product performance, process changes, labeling and marketing communications as required. May manage and supervise the work of othersLeads cross-functional projects on technical and quality issuesMentors and consults with other QE’s and functions regarding application of quality tools and principlesOther duties as assigned

Secondary Functions:

Identifies compliance gaps and takes appropriate corrective actions as neededSupports internal and external auditsLeads quality system improvement projects as required.Budget managed (if applicable):N/AInternal Networking/Key Relationships:

To be determined based on deartment needs, to include interactions such as:

Works closely with other functions to generate compliant documents by interpreting and explaining quality procedures, applicable standards, regulations and best practices.Able to effectively communicate quality requirements to a broad population of constituents.Ability to negotiate and influence others in establishing direction toward improved quality and enhanced compliance.Skills & Capabilities:

The ideal candidate for this position will exhibit the following skills and capabilities:

Deep knowledge of domestic and international quality/regulatory standards related to our products.In depth knowledge of quality management techniques (Lean, Six Sigma) and statistical techniques required to measure and confirm significant changes.Detailed working knowledge of Werfen products, technology and manufacturing processes including impact on customers and patient requirements.Demonstrates judgement commensurate with experience regarding application of regulatory requirements to data review, reports, design changes, risk management, etc. to ensure compliance and achieving business objectives. Demonstrated understanding of risk based approach to processes and decisions.

Competencies:

Attention to Detail: Ability to pay close attention to detail is requiredAccuracy: Work is accurate and complete Performance Standards: Demonstrated ability to meet department goalsCommunication: Excellent written, verbal and presentation skillsDiscretion: Acts with integrity in all situations and can maintain appropriate confidentialityMulti-Tasking: Ability to manage multiple priorities, and support changing business needsCollaboration: Ability to work within a multi-function team to bring best solutions to the team or customerIndependence: self-motivated-works under minimal supervisionProfessionalism: Must demonstrate professionalism during all interactions within company, customer and third partiesTakes Initiative: Serves as a role model for “Quality First” by continuously improving on what matters most to customersProblem Solving: Promptly and effectively handles issues and problemsDecision making: Makes decisions based on data and risk determination Qualifications

Minimum Knowledge & Experience Required for the Position:

Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in engineering or scienceExperience: A minimum of 14 years of experience in medical devices, pharmaceuticals, diagnostic industry, or clinical laboratory or 11 years of experience with an advanced degree.

Additional Skills/Knowledge:

Duties necessitate broad and thorough knowledge of engineering and science theory and principles, including R&D, quality control, manufacturing and design engineeringUnderstanding of the application of technical principles and engineering problem solving to resolve complex issues.ASQ Quality Engineering Certification - DesirableLEAN/Six Sigma Certification - DesirableLanguage: English

International Mobility:

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