Permanent
Quality Engineer
Inchinnan

Quality Engineer - Process (Secondment Opportunity)

Ref: 371| Posted: 15th Jan 2026

We’re looking for a driven and detail‑oriented Quality Engineer – Process Quality to join our high‑performing Quality Assurance team on a fixed term contract for 12 months. In this role, you’ll support R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality functions across a wide range of projects, ensuring our products and processes meet the highest global regulatory standards. You’ll play a key part in fostering a culture of continuous improvement, operational excellence, and regulatory compliance. 

What You’ll Do
Quality Engineering & Compliance
•     Support design and manufacturing-led projects with expert Quality Engineering input.
•     Lead and contribute to CAPA and complaint investigations, including root cause analysis.
•     Ensure compliance with global regulatory standards (EU MDR, ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR 820, MHLW Ordinance 169, and others).
•     Maintain audit readiness across processes, documentation, and facilities.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
•     Represent Quality on design teams and process improvement initiatives.
•     Work closely with R&D and Manufacturing to develop test protocols, validation plans, and IQ/OQ/PQ documentation.
•     Support execution and oversight of validation activities.
•     Partner with teams to resolve product and process quality issues using structured problem‑solving tools.
Data, Documentation & Systems
•     Provide trending data and reports to senior management, regulators, and customers.
•     Support validated test method development and contribute to dFMEA and pFMEA improvements.
•     Champion the use of MasterControl for managing protocols, reports, validation data, and engineering change records.
•     Maintain the Computer System Validation inventory list.
Training & Continuous Improvement
•     Develop training materials for design and manufacturing teams on validation requirements.
•     Contribute to process-based procedures for design control, V&V, and IQ/OQ/PQ.
•     Assist with validation of new tools, equipment, and processes.
•     Build strong internal and external relationships to support quality and regulatory compliance.

What You’ll Bring
•     A relevant science or engineering degree.
•     Six Sigma Green Belt (minimum).
•     Proven experience in Quality Engineering within a medical device or regulated manufacturing environment.
•     Strong understanding of global medical device regulations and Quality Management Systems.
•     Experience supporting design and validation teams in a global organisation.
•     Working knowledge of Minitab or similar statistical tools.
•     Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
•     Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
•     Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and willingness to learn QA systems.
•     Ability to influence change through clear, structured communication.
•     A collaborative mindset and the ability to build effective cross‑functional relationships.