Senior Quality Systems Engineer (Remote, US)

With a passion for life

Join our diverse teams of passionate people and a career that allows you to develop both personally and professionally. At Getinge we exist to make life-saving technology accessible for more people. To make a true difference for our customers - and to save more lives, we need team players, forward thinkers, and game changers.

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Job Overview

The Senior Quality Systems Engineer independently provides hands-on subject matter expertise to support continuous improvement of the Getinge Quality Management System (GetQMS). This role leads creation, enhancement, and maintenance of various QMS documents. Additionally, the role facilitates Quality forums such as, Document Control Community of Practice, Change Review Board, etc. to drive alignment across QMS. This position also collaborates closely with IT and other stakeholders to maintain and improve electronic Document Management System (eDMS) performance, and provides support to document control operations. The position ensures sustained compliance with applicable regulations and standards, including 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, and ISO 9001, while maintaining key quality system infrastructure and records.

This position is fully remote and requires travel of up to 25% and may include international travel.

Job Responsibilities and Essential Duties

• Creates, revises, and maintains Quality Management System (QMS) documents in accordance with internal procedures and applicable regulatory and standard requirements.
• Leads the Document Control Community of Practice, driving best practices, and continuous improvement of document control processes across the organization.
• Facilitates the Change Review Board by coordinating change evaluations, impact assessment, and implementation strategy per established change control procedures.
• Provides overall support and guidance to document users on using electronic Documentation Management System (eDMS), DCR process, etc.
• Collaborates with IT on troubleshooting eDMS issues as well as identifying and implementing improvement opportunities.
• Performs periodic reviews of open Quality Plans and provides status updates when needed.
• Assists with creating and delivering training material.
• Owns Nonconformances (NCs) and Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) to address QMS deficiencies.
• Supports internal audits, external audits, and regulatory inspections by preparing documentation, serving as a subject matter expert during audits, and supporting responses to audit observations and corrective actions.
• Assists with other Management Controls related items (e.g., KPIs, Management Reviews, etc.).

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• A Bachelor's degree in engineering, Science, or other related field is required. ASQ, RAC, Six sigma or other applicable certifications are a plus.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in Medical Device Quality Assurance, Quality Systems, Quality Engineering, or related functions.
• Prior experience in independently applying Medical Device regulations and standards such as, 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, EU MDR, etc.)
• Hands-on experience with electronic Document Management Systems (e.g., M-Files, MasterControl, Veeva, TrackWise DOC, Documentum, etc.).
• Must have organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Must demonstrate the ability to solve problems.Must possess good communication skills and be able to communicate to all levels of organization.
• Must have ability to identify technical user issues and troubleshoot basic systems issues.
• Must demonstrate ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Must demonstrate sound judgment and strong decision-making skills.
• Must show initiative for process improvment and ability to work cross functionally to resolve issues.
• Must demonstrate effective influencing and change management skills.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office Products such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.

The base salary for this position is a minimum of $112,00 and a maximum of $120,000 plus 10% annual bonus

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About us

With a firm belief that every person and community should have access to the best possible care, Getinge provides hospitals and life science institutions with products and solutions aiming to improve clinical results and optimize workflows. The offering includes products and solutions for intensive care, cardiovascular procedures, operating rooms, sterile reprocessing and life science. Getinge employs over 12,000 people worldwide and the products are sold in more than 135 countries.

Benefits at Getinge:

At Getinge, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits
• 401k plan with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness initiative & Health Assistance Resources
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability Benefits
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Benefits
• Parental and Caregiver Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

Getinge is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.