Quality Engineer I

Edwards Lifesciences

12d

About The Position

Innovation starts from the heart. Edwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. With millions of patients served in over 100 countries, each team makes a meaningful contribution by improving patient outcomes and discovering lasting solutions for unmet patient needs. Our Engineer I position is a unique career opportunity that could be your next step towards an exciting future. Applies knowledge of quality engineering principles and methods to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and Edwards' systems/procedures to optimize product development, internal and external device manufacturing, and device distribution.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or scientific degree required, with no prior experience needed.

Nice To Haves

Good computer skills in usage of MS Office Suite; CAD experience preferred
Basic documentation, communication and interpersonal relationship skills
Basic understanding of statistical techniques
Previous experience working with lab/industrial equipment preferred
Good understanding and knowledge of principles, theories, and concepts relevant to Engineering
Good problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills
Good understanding of processes and equipment used in assigned work
Knowledge of and adherence to Quality systems
Strict attention to detail
Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast paced environment
Must be able to work in a team environment, including immediate supervisor and other team members in the section or group
Ability to build stable working relationships internally
Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control

Responsibilities

Investigate basic manufacturing product quality and compliance issues which may include: Investigate PRAs and complaints for manufacturing related issues
Manage site NCRs, CAPAs , ECRs and audit observations for all production processes prior to final product release based on engineering principles; analyze results,
Provide technical support to external land internal audits,
Make recommendations and develop reports.
Oversee product release, assess and disposition product onhold (MRB), and manage material quality control.
Review and approve equipment validations and asset management actions.
Optimize Manufacturing processes using engineering methods (e.g., SIX Sigma, TOPP and LEAN methods) for design for manufacturing and for continuous process improvement.
Identify opportunities for re-design/design of basic equipment, tools, fixtures, etc. to improve manufacturing processes, and reduce risk.
Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure successful transfers
May develop, update, and maintain technical content of risk management files, review and revise pFMEAs in conjunction with BU PMS team where applicable for the plant site.
Develop training and documentation materials for production (e.g., work instructions) to enable the seamless knowledge transfer of project and manufacturing processes
Provides support to the following: Process validation or support/lead TMV Sustaining Quality Engineering responsibilities such as review Quality Metrics, Material Review Boards, Quality Control etc PMV, Process Validation plans
Assign support tasks; gives instruction to technicians on conducting tests; trains technicians and provides feedback; and may coordinates technician work
Other incidental duties assigned by Leadership