Quality Engineer Staff Hardware

Overview Position Title: Quality Engineer, Staff (Hardware)Department: QualityReports to: Quality, Senior ManagerEnchannel Medical is redefining the boundaries of electrophysiology with our next-generation DePolar mapping system and integrated NanoAblate PFA platform. Driven by our global mission to enhance the quality-of-life of cardiac arrhythmia patients, our discerning technology, paired with our passion for innovation, leads to enduring outcomes.Position Overview The Quality Engineer, Staff (Hardware) will play a hands on, high impact role in executing design controls remediation for catheter based medical devices, operating within established quality system governance and strategic direction. This role is execution focused and operates under the direction of Quality leadership, with responsibility for translating defined quality strategy, policies, and regulatory expectations into complete, auditable design control deliverables. The initial focus of this role will be to assess existing development artifacts, structure a compliant Design History File (DHF), and partner closely with R&D to prepare the organization for FDA and EU MDR submissions.This role is ideal for an experienced quality professional who thrives in ambiguity, enjoys building compliant systems from imperfect starting points, and is comfortable rolling up their sleeves to support FDA and EU MDR submission readiness. You will collaborate closely with catheter design, process development, manufacturing, clinical, and regulatory partners while reinforcing a scalable quality culture aligned with both regulatory expectations and startup realities.Duties and Responsibilities The following are the major responsibilities needed for the role. Additional responsibilities, tasks, and duties will be assigned and required as needed.Lead design controls remediation for catheter and hardware systems, including: Defining and structuring the Design History File (DHF)Identifying and closing documentation gapsAligning design reviews, approvals, and traceabilityPartner closely with R&D, catheter design, and process development teams to translate existing development outputs (e.g., drawings, specifications, test methods, prototypes) into compliant: Design Inputs and Design OutputsVerification and Validation (V&V) evidenceTraceability matricesIdentify risks and prioritize critical documentation to meet regulatory timelines and commitmentsSupport FDA and EU MDR readiness, including preparation of objective evidence, audit trails, and regulator facing documentation.Support FDA inspections and external audits, including internal readiness activities and direct participation.Review and contribute to risk management activities, including hazard analysis, FMEA, and linkage to design and process controls.Apply defined hardware and device quality expectations aligned with: FDA Design Controls and QMSR expectationsISO 13485ISO 14971 risk management principlesAct as a quality execution partner to engineering teams, reinforcing consistent application of established design controls and risk management practices.Support transfer activities as designs mature toward manufacturing readiness.Escalate gaps, risks, and systemic issues to Quality leadership with clear, evidence-based recommendations.Education, Experience and Skills Required Below are the minimum skills, formal education, certifications or training, and practical experience required to perform the general functions and duties of the role.Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Biomedical, Materials, or related technical discipline)5+ years of Quality Engineering experience within the medical device industryDemonstrated independent, hands on experience with design documentation remediation, including DHF restructuringDirect experience supporting catheter based or disposable medical device developmentExperience supporting FDA submissions (IDE, 510(k), or PMA) or regulatory inspectionsStrong working knowledge of: FDA Design Controls (21 CFR 820.30 / QMSR alignment)Hardware and process development lifecycle documentationRisk management and design traceabilityPreferred Skills and Attributes Experience with supporting catheter design and development, manufacturing processes, and testing, such as:Working knowledge and practical application of: ISO 14971 risk managementDesign verification and validation for invasive devicesFDA guidance for intravascular or catheter-based devicesComfortable operating in fast paced, evolving environments.Strong communicator able to bridge hands on engineering execution and regulatory expectations.Highly organized, self-directed, and adaptable to shifting priorities.Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum new hire pay for the position located in California. Within the range, individual pay is determined by location, additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.EnChannel Medical is an E-Verify and equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any basis covered under acceptable law.Only qualified candidates will be contacted.#J-18808-Ljbffr