Design Assurance Quality Engineer
AtriCure
Design, Quality Assurance
Mason, OH, USA
Posted on Dec 19, 2025
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position will be part of one or more product development teams where they will be responsible for contributing to the on-time development of high-quality products and optimization of core design control business processes.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:
- On time quality delivery of assigned product development team deliverables
- Ensure assigned design control procedures are compliant with FDA, GMP, ISO and other applicable standards and regulations
- Optimize existing processes to maximize efficiencies and continue to identify, plan and execute continuous improvement activities
- Drive continuous improvements through observation, measurement and root cause analysis/resolution
- Develop new processes which support speed, cost reductions and quality improvements
- Provide subject matter expertise for assigned processes to users as necessary
- Responsible for cross functional collaboration with manufacturing operations, marketing, sales, regulatory and clinical functions
- May include coaching and training respective to investigative methods, risk mitigation techniques and general safety (including Six Sigma, FTA, FMEA, HALT, etc.)
- Provide guidance for development of manufacturing test/evaluation methods and process validation
- Provides investigative support/leadership for product quality issues
- Work with product development teams to help cascade requirements from VOC through manufacturing requirements and link to production controls
- Work with product development teams on timely use of Risk Management activities including supporting and leading FMEAs and essential requirements analysis including standards review and evidence of conformity
- Serve as technical resource for problem investigations to guide root cause analysis and corrective action development
- Ensure commitment to functional excellence and the ability to execute positive changes
ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:
- Regular and predictable work performance
- Ability to work under fast-paced conditions
- Ability to make decisions and use good judgment
- Ability to prioritize various duties and multitask as required
- Ability to successfully work with others
- Additional duties as assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university or demonstrated equivalent combination of education, training and experience
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in an engineering role in the medical device industry
- Experience with quality system process development
- Working knowledge in statistical analysis techniques including Reliability assessment
- Experience in test method strategies, development and validation including GR&R
- Experience with risk management methodology
- Knowledge of Design Controls and experience with FDA QSR 21 CFR Part 820 and ISO 13485
- Ability to create and manage key internal and external partnerships
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High level of attention to detail
- Familiar with product safety and standards
- Ability to demonstrate proficiency in issue resolution.
- Ability to travel 10%
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- 5 years or more experience in an engineering role in Medical Devices
- 3 or more years’ experience working with Product Development
- Experience in processes related to Design Change Control, Design Reviews, Requirements Management
- Certification in ASQ, Six Sigma/Design for Six Sigma
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to regularly walk, sit, or stand as needed
- Ability to occasionally bend and push/pull as needed
- Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
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