Quality Engineer - Medical Device Manufacturer

Elk Grove Village, Illinois Permanent USD100,000 - USD115,000 per year View Job Description
My client is a manufacturer specializing in electro-mechanical systems for the medical device sector, and they are seeking a Quality Engineer to conduct hands-on troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and failure investigation of electro-mechanical medical devices.
  • Opportunity to have an impact on people's lives
  • Bonus Eligible!

About Our Client

My client is a medical device manufacturer focused on electro-mechanical production processes. They are rapidly expanding with the launch of a new product line, where you will play a key role in daily operations. The organization is ISO 13485 certified, and its products and services are distributed in nearly 50 countries. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to work that has a meaningful impact on people's lives.

Job Description

  • Conduct detailed evaluations of returned devices through inspection, functional testing, and operation of equipment
  • Reproduce reported issues by simulating real-world usage conditions, including edge cases and worst-case scenarios
  • Instrument systems to monitor performance, analyze signals, and isolate abnormal behavior
  • Convert customer complaints and observations into clear, testable hypotheses
  • Design and perform targeted experiments to replicate and validate reported failures
  • Diagnose issues across mechanical systems (e.g., fluid paths, seals, pressure interactions), electrical systems (e.g., power distribution, sensors, signal integrity), and embedded systems/software (e.g., logic triggers, alarms, system behavior)
  • Apply structured problem-solving techniques (e.g., 5 Whys, fishbone diagrams) alongside hands-on investigation
  • Generate and analyze test data to support findings and determine root causes
  • Identify recurring failure trends and link symptoms to underlying mechanisms
  • Define and recommend corrective actions based on verified root causes
  • Partner with R&D teams to implement design improvements and with Manufacturing to enhance processes
  • Ensure insights are integrated into risk management activities and ongoing product development



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The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's Degree (Engineering-related preferred)
  • 3+ years of manufacturing experience within quality
  • Understanding of ISO 9001
  • Experience with electro-mechanical processes
  • Hands-on troubleshooting and investigation experience on electro-mechanical systems/components
  • Medical device experience is preferred
  • Understanding of ISO 14971 and UL 60601 is preferred
  • CQE certification is preferred
  • Six Sigma belt is preferred
  • Sponsorship is not provided

What's on Offer

  • Base salary between $100k-$115k
  • Health, dental, vision
  • 401(k) matching
  • 3 weeks PTO
  • 4% annual bonus incentive
Contact
George Sherlock
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7028718

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Quality, Technical
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Elk Grove Village
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
George Sherlock
Job Reference
JN-052026-7028718