Principal Quality Engineer

About the role

At Enovis, we pay attention to the details. We embrace collaboration with our partners and patients and take pride in the pursuit of scientific excellence — with the goal of transforming medical technology as we know it. Because that’s how we change the lives of patients for the better. And that’s how we create better together.

The Principal Quality Engineer provides technical leadership for quality assurance activities across new product development and sustaining engineering programs. This role ensures products and processes comply with internal quality systems, global regulatory requirements, and industry standards while partnering with cross-functional teams to drive product quality, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement throughout the product lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior Quality Assurance representative for new product development and sustaining engineering projects.
• Lead design and manufacturing reviews to ensure compliance with Quality Management System (QMS) requirements and applicable regulatory standards.
• Lead risk management activities, including development and review of DFMEAs, PFMEAs, and risk management documentation in accordance with ISO 14971.
• Review and approve design control documentation, including design inputs, design outputs, verification and validation protocols, reports, and engineering changes.
• Provide technical leadership during internal, external, customer, and regulatory audits, including FDA, ISO 13485, and MDSAP inspections.
• Lead complex CAPA investigations, root cause analyses, and effectiveness verification activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and quality engineering principles.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior QA Engineers and cross-functional project teams.
• Evaluate quality metrics, complaint trends, nonconforming material, and manufacturing data to identify systemic risks and recommend corrective actions.
• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Affairs, and Operations to ensure product quality throughout the development lifecycle.
• Develop, review, and maintain quality procedures, work instructions, validation documentation, and quality records.
• Support supplier quality activities, qualification efforts, and process validation as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of Quality Assurance experience within the medical device industry or another highly regulated industry.
• Strong knowledge of FDA Quality System Regulation (21 CFR Part 820), ISO 13485, ISO 14971, and applicable international regulations.
• Demonstrated experience supporting new product development using Design Controls.
• Experience leading CAPA investigations, internal audits, risk management activities, and quality system improvements.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, process validation, and statistical analysis techniques.
• Excellent technical writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge and experience with software as a medical device.

Preferred Qualifications

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt, or equivalent certification.
• Experience supporting FDA inspections, ISO 13485 certification audits, and MDSAP audits.
• Experience with Design Controls, Process Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), and software validation.
• Familiarity with PLM and ERP systems such as Agile PLM, Oracle, SAP, or Windchill.
• Experience leading global quality improvement initiatives.
• Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC), validation, and reliability engineering.

Skills & Attributes

• Demonstrated leadership in Quality Engineering and regulatory compliance.
• Expert knowledge of Quality Management Systems and medical device regulations.
• Strong risk assessment and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent mentoring and coaching skills.
• Ability to influence technical decisions across multiple functional groups.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail with a commitment to product quality, patient safety, and continuous improvement.

Working Conditions

Office-based environment with clean, organized, and well-lit workspace. Low to moderate noise levels. Primarily computer-based work with cross-functional team interaction. Occasional standing or extended desk work as required.

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods. Regular use of computer and office equipment.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Spending and Savings Accounts
• 401(k) Plan
• Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays
• Income Protection Plans
• Discounted Insurance Rates
• Legal Services