Quality Engineer II

Our Mission:

At Boston Scientific Galway, we are dedicated to transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve the health of patients around the world.

We work collaboratively to solve healthcare’s toughest problems by developing solutions that matter most to those suffering from debilitating and life-threatening conditions and to the healthcare professionals who provide their care. 

We are seeking a Quality Engineer II on a permanent basis to join us on our mission.

Purpose

Demonstrates commitment to the Quality Policy (patient safety and product quality) through their daily execution of sound quality practices and the maintenance of an effective quality system.  Understands and complies with all the regulations governing the quality systems. 

Responsibilities

• Identifies and resolves complex exceptions to work assignments.
• Summarizes, analyses, draws conclusions and makes appropriate decisions from test results or other process related findings.
• Has the responsibility and independent authority to make decisions related to product quality, including the disposition of non-conforming product.
• Participates in Customer Complaints investigation for areas under their control.
• Continually seeks to drive improvements in product and process quality.
• Knowledgeable on MDR and QSR standards, constantly promoting awareness of best industry practices, making appropriate decisions daily utilizing the quality engineering manager/site QA Director as the final arbitrator on critical quality decisions.
• Fully conversant with validation techniques and associated regulatory requirements including analysis of customer feedback and complaints.
• Evaluates in conjunction with EHS new equipment/processes/chemicals for environmental impact/effect to eliminate or lessen such impacts/effects.
• Knowledgeable on Risk Management risk documentation linkage.
• Compiles and analyses operational, test and validation data to establish technical specifications and performance standards for newly designed or modified products and processes.
• May participate directly in a new product/technology transfer to ensure compliance to all internal and regulatory requirements.
• Uses knowledge of Six Sigma, Statistical Analysis and Lean principles to investigate and solve problems and improve quality.
• Possesses excellent collaboration skills
• Gives technical guidance to relevant team members as required
• Is fully motivated to achieve and demonstrate best practices in line with the department and Site objectives.
• Deals with suppliers, other engineering disciplines within and outside of the Site and customers should the need arise.

What we need from you:

• A Level 8 Degree (240 Credits) or equivalent in an Engineering or Science related discipline.
• A minimum of 3+ years’ experience working at Engineering level, ideally within the Medical Device industry or another highly regulated environment.
• Familiar with Internal Audit Processes.

At Boston Scientific, we recognise that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative. It is essential in advancing science for life and improving patient health. We stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. Boston Scientific is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Boston Scientific is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with a disability. Should you require a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.