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Senior Quality Systems Engineer

Philips

Bedford, MAHybridPosted 44 days ago$102,480 - $163,968/year
Full TimeSenior LevelQuality (QA / QC)Medical Device
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Summary

The Senior Quality Systems Engineer is responsible for ensuring an efficient/compliant Quality Management System (QMS), including analysis, development and revision of QMS processes, performance monitoring and continuous improvement, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant standards.

Job description

Your role

  • Takes ownership of Quality processes including-Audits, Document Control, Training, CAPA etc. ensuring that QMS is efficient and meets the regulatory requirements.
  • Analyzes QMS metrics and performance indicators, preparing detailed reports that highlight trends, deviations, and areas for improvement, and presenting findings to senior management.
  • Contributes to the development, implementation, and revision of QMS processes, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and quality manuals, ensuring their accuracy, clarity, and compliance with relevant standards.
  • Conducts risk assessments activities, identifying potential risks to regulatory compliance, quality and QMS integrity, and developing robust mitigation strategies to minimize their impact.
  • Participates in continuous improvement initiatives within the QMS, proposing and implementing enhancements to processes, tools, and systems to drive overall quality performance and operational excellence.
  • Applies specialized knowledge in breadth and/or depth to a variety of issues and projects within the team, ensuring effective solutions and innovative approaches to complex challenges.
  • Participate in training sessions to stay updated on quality standards and QMS procedures, actively engaging in learning opportunities to enhance understanding of industry regulations and best practices.
  • Cultivates effective relationships with internal and external partners, providing influence over projects and peer groups by demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the area of specialization.
  • Leads cross-functional problem-solving sessions to address significant QMS issues, utilizing structured methodologies like root cause analysis and driving the implementation of solutions.
  • Prepares for and participates in external regulatory audits and inspections by ensuring readiness of documentation, processes, and records, and provide responses to audit findings in collaboration with stakeholders.

You're the right fit if

  • You have a minimum of 5+ years' experience in FDA/ISO 13485 medical device quality operations/manufacturing environments, with a focus on QMS compliance, documenting QMS changes, gap assessments, Audits, Document Control, Training, CAPA's, etc.
  • You have experience managing/maintaining training metrics/matrix.
  • You have proven experience leading cross-functional teams and the ability to mentor less experienced engineers.
  • You have detailed experience/knowledge in CAPA processes, including problem identification, root cause analysis/tools, implementation of solutions to prevent recurrence and drive continuous improvement.
  • You're experienced in Data analysis, understanding QMS metrics/key performance indicators (KPI), preparing detailed reports that highlight trends, deviations, areas for improvement, and presenting findings to senior management.
  • You're able to build/cultivate relationships with supervisors, functional peer groups, internal/external stakeholders, suppliers etc.
  • You have a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree (Required), in Quality, Engineering or similar disciplines. ASQ-CQE, ISO Lead Auditor certifications-desired.
  • You must be able to successfully perform the following minimum Physical, Cognitive and Environmental job requirements with or without accommodation for this position.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 5+ years' experience in FDA/ISO 13485 medical device quality operations/manufacturing environments
  • Experience with QMS compliance, documenting QMS changes, gap assessments, Audits, Document Control, Training, CAPA's
  • Experience managing/maintaining training metrics/matrix
  • Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and mentoring less experienced engineers
  • Detailed experience/knowledge in CAPA processes, including problem identification, root cause analysis/tools, implementation of solutions
  • Experienced in Data analysis, understanding QMS metrics/key performance indicators (KPI), preparing detailed reports
  • Able to build/cultivate relationships with supervisors, functional peer groups, internal/external stakeholders, suppliers
  • Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Quality, Engineering or similar disciplines
  • ASQ-CQE, ISO Lead Auditor certifications-desired
  • Must be able to successfully perform minimum Physical, Cognitive and Environmental job requirements with or without accommodation

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) up to 7% match
  • Health Savings Account
  • Stock Purchase Plan
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Annual incentive bonus
  • Sales commission
  • Long-term incentives

Company overview

Koninklijke Philips N.V., commonly known as Philips, is a Dutch multinational health technology company that has evolved from its origins as a consumer electronics conglomerate into a leading global healthcare solutions provider. Founded in 1891 in Eindhoven, Netherlands, Philips has transformed its business focus since the 2010s to concentrate exclusively on health technology. The company operates through three main divisions: Diagnosis and Treatment, which manufactures advanced medical imaging equipment including MRI, CT, and ultrasound scanners; Connected Care, specializing in patient monitoring systems and respiratory care products under the Respironics brand; and Personal Health, producing consumer healthcare products like electric shavers, Sonicare toothbrushes, and Avent childcare items. With 68,419 employees worldwide and annual revenues of €18.02 billion (2024), Philips maintains its global headquarters in Amsterdam while operating manufacturing, R&D, and sales facilities across 26 countries. The company has strategically divested its consumer electronics, lighting, and home appliance businesses to become a pure-play health technology organization, positioning itself at the forefront of medical innovation and digital healthcare solutions.

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