Design Assurance Engineer II

Work mode: Hybrid

Onsite Location(s): Maple Grove, MN, US, 55311

Additional Location(s): N/A

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About the role: We have an exciting opportunity for Design Assurance Engineer supporting WATCHMAN projects within the BSC’s Cardiology division. WATCHMAN continues to be an exciting growth driver for BSC. In a hybrid work mode, the Design Assurance Quality Engineer II provides quality engineering support to operations, product development and sustaining projects for current products on the market. The Design Assurance Quality Engineer II will develop, establish, and maintain quality-engineering methodologies, systems, and practices which meet BSC, customer, and regulatory requirements. This Design Assurance Quality Engineer II will serve as a Quality representative to improve awareness, visibility, and communication on quality initiatives to support assigned departmental, functional, site, divisional and corporate quality goals and priorities. The Design Assurance Quality Engineer II will provide quality engineering support within technical development projects, sustaining existing product families, or system/services support.

Your responsibilities include

• Support collection and analysis of key quality trending information and data for Management Review and Complaint Reviews.
• Understand and support linkage of field data and Risk Management
• Provide quality and compliance input for post market product sustaining activities, such as design changes, supplier auditing and surveillance, design concessions, product CE marking and safety certification, customer complaint investigations, NCEP’s, CAPA’s PIRs, Field Signals Evaluations and Field Actions.
• Apply sound, systematic problem-solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving quality issues (i.e 5 Whys analysis, Is-Is Not analysis, DMAIC problem solving methodologies).
• Working knowledge of Design Controls. Provide quality and compliance input to project teams for project decisions and deliverables (i.e Design Change Analysis, Design Inputs, Design Outputs, Test Methods, Design Reviews, Design V&V, Usability Testing, SW Validation, Process Validation and Labeling).
• Provide quality guidance to assure country specific compliance.
• Champion compliance to company policies, work instructions and SOPs.
• Support effective quality assurance, process controls and metrics using data and statistical analysis to drive improvements and actions for manufacturing and assembly of products.
• Support internal and external regulatory audits as required.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Bachelors Degree
• Minimum of 2 years of risk management or related experience
• Medical device experience
• Competent with use of Microsoft Office Suite, Minitab Statistical Analysis software (or equivalent).

Preferred Qualifications:

• MS degree preferred
• Focus on detailed work with emphasis on accuracy and completeness
• Excellent organizational and planning skills; drives for results
• Strong communication (oral and written) and presentation skills
• High energy problem solver capable of driving items to closure
• Ability to collaborate and work on a global team

Requisition ID: 578453

Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance testing requirements for safety-sensitive positions. This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a drug test as a pre-employment requirement. The goal of the drug testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why 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 maintains a prohibited substance free workplace. Pursuant to Va. Code § 2.2-4312 (2000), Boston Scientific is providing notification that the unlawful manufacture, sale, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance or marijuana is prohibited in the workplace and that violations will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.

Nearest Major Market: Minneapolis

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