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Senior Quality Control Engineer

Rio Rancho, NM

We are seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Senior Quality Control Engineer to oversee quality control activities in support of NTx Scribe platform manufacturing and release. This role is critical in ensuring product sterility, stability, and compliance with regulatory and quality standards. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in sterility assurance, stability program management, and laboratory oversight, with a strong understanding of FDA and ISO requirements for medical devices.

Your Responsibilities

  • Lead quality control operations including incoming material inspection, in-process testing, and final product release for medical devices.
  • Oversee sterility assurance processes, including sterilization validation (EtO, gamma) for devices from external partner.
  • Manage product stability programs, including protocol design, study execution, data trending, and shelf-life determination per regulatory requirements.
  • Develop and implement QC test methods, procedures, and specifications in compliance with ISO 13485 and FDA 21 CFR Part 820.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve non-conformances, conduct root cause investigations, and implement corrective and preventative actions (CAPA).
  • Support validation and qualification of laboratory equipment, test methods, and cleanroom environments used for manufacturing and testing of medical devices.
  • Analyze and trend QC data to identify potential manufacturing issues and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards including ISO 14971, ISO 11135, ISO 11737, and ICH Q1A/ Q1E for stability testing.
  • Train and mentor QC technicians and junior engineers on testing procedures, protocols, documentation practices, and quality standards.
  • Participate in internal and external audits and regulatory inspections as a subject matter expert for QC, stability, and sterility programs.

Who You Are

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Microbiology, Chemistry, or related field (Master’s preferred).
  • Minimum 5–7 years of experience in quality control within the medical device or pharmaceutical industry.
  • Proven expertise in sterility assurance, stability testing, and GMP laboratory operations.
  • Strong knowledge of FDA QSR, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, and applicable ICH guidelines.
  • Experience with quality control tools such as SPC, control charts, and trend analysis.
  • Excellent documentation, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Certifications such as CQA (Certified Quality Auditor), CMQ/OE, or relevant microbiological/sterility credentials are a plus.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

  • The working environment is generally favorable and comprises laboratories, manufacturing clean rooms and office environments.
  • Lighting, temperature, and noise levels are adequate.
  • Personal Protective Equipment is required where stated. This includes a lab coat, hair/beard net, safety glasses, gloves, and safety shoes.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, and walk to the different lab areas.
  • Frequent use of hands to manipulate, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls.
  • May be required to lift up to 20lbs.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Employees may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles and chemicals.

 

This position is in Rio Rancho, NM.

To learn more, visit www.ntxbio.com

At Nature’s Toolbox, we are a small team of great minds with an even larger vision. Join us today and contribute to change how life-saving therapeutics are manufactured today.

 

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