Principal Design Quality Assurance Engineer - Endoscopy

Additional Location(s):US-MA-Marlborough; N/A

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit- High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we'll give you the opportunity to harness all that's within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we'll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you'll be supported in progressing - whatever your ambitions.

About this role:

The Principal DesignQuality AssuranceEngineer isa seasonedprofessional withexperiencein quality engineering and regulatory requirements for the medical device industry.This roleserves as a driving force in the quality department, championing excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement across projects and teams.Thepositionis part of the design site for the Endoscopy Division andsupportsactivities such as New Product Development, Sustaining and Life Cycle Management, and Quality Systems initiatives related to design and development.

Work mode:

At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This hybrid role is based in Marlborough, MA and requires being on-site at least three days per week.

Relocation assistance:

Relocation assistance may be available for this position at this time.

Visa sponsorship:

Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time.

Your responsibilities include:

• Acts as the primary voice for quality within cross-functional teams, influencing projectdirection and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and best practices.

• Leadsthe execution of Quality Deliverables such as Project Design & Development Plan, Field Assessment Plan, Design Change, and Design & Usability Validation Plans. Leadsthe execution of the Risk Management deliverables to ensure compliancetoISO 14971 anddemonstratesa primary commitment to patient safety.Guides the successful completion of major programs and may function in a project leadership role.

• Interfaces with senior management on significant matters, often requiring the coordination of activity across organizational units. May lead specialized technical project teams which have a broad impact on the companyutilizingcross-functional resources.Actsas division representative on cross-divisional projects defining the quality system(s).

• Leverages deep technical knowledge to lead teams through complex problem-solving initiatives. Appliessystematic approaches (e.g.5 Whys, Is-Is Not, DMAICand Six Sigmaproblem solving methodologies)todiagnose root causes,optimizeprocesses, and ensure sustained corrective actions.

• Guides andmentorsengineers, fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, and technical excellence. Provides coaching on quality engineering methodologies and problem-solving techniques.

• Establishes strong relationships across departments, effectively communicating quality priorities, presenting findings, and driving consensus among stakeholders.Usesinfluence and negotiation skills to integrate quality perspectives into business decisions.

• Identifiesand implements best-in-class practices forthe department. Proactively assesses opportunities forimprovements or enhancement to quality systems and processes in the company.

• Supportsinternal and external regulatory audits asauditfacing subject matterexpertasrequired.Supports regulatory responses through technical writing and submission consultation asrequired.

Whatwe'relooking for in you:

RequiredQualifications

• BS inBiomedicalEngineering,MechanicalEngineeringor related degree.

• 8+ yearsofmedical deviceengineering experience.

• In-depth knowledge of US and Internationalmedical devicerequirementsincluding 21 CFR part 820, Medical Device Directive(MDD)/ Medical Device Regulation(EU MDR), EN ISO 13485 and EN ISO 14971.

• Travelapproximately10-20%.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of medical device engineeringexperience.

• Sustaining Experience

• NPDExperience

• ExpertiseinUsabilityandHuman Factors engineering.

• ProficiencyinMinitab Statistical Analysis software or equivalent.

• Six SigmaBlack BeltCertification.

Requisition ID:631837

Minimum Salary:$97000

Maximum Salary: $184300

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) - see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com-will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

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Boston Scientific transforms lives through innovative medical technologies that improve the health of patients around the world. As a global medical technology leader for more than 45 years, we advance science for life byprovidinga broad range of high-performance solutions that address unmet patient needs and reduce the cost of healthcare. Our portfolio of devices and therapies helps physicians diagnose and treat complex cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, oncological,neurologicaland urological diseases and conditions. Learn more atwww.bostonscientific.comand follow us onLinkedIn.

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

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