Nordson Medical, a global leader in Interventional Solutions, Fluid Components, and Surgical Solutions, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment.
Summary of the role
As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your ideas and contributions will be valued and respected.
Nordson Medical is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team in Galway, Ireland as a Design Quality Assurance Engineer .
As a Design Quality Assurance Engineer you will be responsible for assuring product quality, safety and effectiveness.
Role and Responsibilities
1. As a lead Quality Engineer on projects, directly contributing and/or providing guidance to others to establish appropriate Design History File / Device Master Record documentation. Providing detailed planning for clinical, pilot production and scale-up plans in New Product Introduction programs.
2. Ensuring project teams are utilizing Nordson Medical Quality Systems and appropriate regulations and industry standards throughout the product development process.
3. Investigating and evaluating material biocompatibility and appropriate methods of sterilization during the product design cycle.
4. Conducting risk assessments of the design to determine ability to function as intended.
5. Responsible for timely Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPA), change control and notification, internal and vendor audits, product release, document control, design control process and design history files (DHF), device master records, etc.
6. Interacting with customer and supplier companies in a professional manner; proactively communicating with them to ensure an ongoing two-way exchange of information. Auditing and qualification of new suppliers may be required.
7. Intervening and contributing to successful resolution of technical issues when they arise.
8. Ensuring that all work satisfies the requirements of the company's Quality Manual.
9. Continually looking for improvement and compliance improvement opportunities.
10. Leading Quality roles on client programs, assisting in the design and implementation of new methodologies, materials, machines, processes or products to bring concept to market, including essential product and process documentation.
11. Maintaining detailed documentation throughout all phases of research and development, often leading documentation of user needs, product requirement and risk / test planning and execution activities.
12. Conducting and/or participating in meetings directly with clients.
13. Coordinating activities with outside suppliers and consultants to ensure the delivery of supplies or services needed to meet scheduled timelines. May include supplier qualification and management.
Skills and Qualifications
14. Minimum Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
15. 3 years of medical device design and development/quality assurance experience is required.
16. Managing customer relationships and responses in aa timely manner.
17. Ability to interact with client companies in a professional manner.
18. Demonstrated ability to lead product verification & validation activities
19. Experience working with operations to develop strong manufacturing process instructions and operator training is desired.
20. Familiarity with process validation is required.
21. Familiarity with FDA QSRs, medical device regulations and ISO 13485
22. Familiarity with Metrology and ISO 17025 requirements
23. Knowledge of probability and statistics.
24. Organised and able to self-manage project tasks.
25. Customer focus with excellent communication skills, written and oral.
26. Depth of knowledge in one or more clinical areas.
27. Depth of knowledge in one or more specialized areas, e.g. Biocompatibility, sterilization methods, etc.
28. Experience using an electronic quality management system (eQMS) a plus.
29. Lean or Six Sigmacertification/experiencepreferred.
30. Auditor experience preferred (i.e. Supplier, Customer, Third Party, Quality Management System (QMS))
31. Flexibility, persistence, resourcefulness, a drive to succeed, and an entrepreneurial spirit.
Benefits
We offer a flexible work schedule, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth and development. Our benefits do further include: flexible 4 days working week; Healthcare cover; Pension contribution; Bike to work policy; Employee Assistance Program; Education Assistance policy; Engagement Company days
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Interested?
If you are interested in being a part of a team and creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, please apply online with your CV.
About Nordson Medical
At Nordson MEDICAL, you don't have to be a doctor to help save lives. We are the global expert in the design, development, and manufacturing of complex medical devices and component technologies. By joining our team today, you will help us bring innovative ideas to life. Nordson MEDICAL is a global team that works to create components for life-saving medical devices. We offer a supportive culture in a growing and dynamic work environment. Whether you're just beginning your career or you're a seasoned professional, there's a place for you to belong at Nordson MEDICAL. We offer hourly and salary positions in production, maintenance, customer service, quality, engineering, and more. We actively invest in our teams to help you build your skillsets and advance your career.