This role pays less than
78%
of similar roles. Most pay
$129,375–$170,000
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$124k
versus about
$150k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
Employer
About Medtronic
Medtronic plc is the world's largest medical technology company by revenue, specializing in device-based therapies for over 70 health conditions.
Medtronic currently has
77 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$128,800–$187,200
across 77 roles with salary data.
Senior Supplier Quality Engineer
The Senior Supplier Quality Engineer serves as the primary quality partner for strategic Contract Manufacturers, Original Equipment Manufacturers, and critical suppliers to ensure that externally manufactured products and components meet specific requirements. Working within a cross-functional team including R&D, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, and Operations, you will manage quality oversight, lead supplier audits, and drive corrective actions to improve performance. You will be responsible for risk assessments, qualification, validation, and implementation support during product and process changes throughout the lifecycle. This role requires expertise in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), ISO 13485, and 21 CFR Part 820 regulations within the medical device industry. Key competencies include managing supplier quality systems, conducting root cause analyses for nonconformances, and supporting New Product Development activities to ensure all components meet finished device requirements and regulatory standards.
Manage quality oversight for strategic contract manufacturers and original equipment manufacturers to ensure compliance with product and process requirements.
Lead supplier quality activities for product and process changes, including risk assessment, qualification, and validation.
Monitor supplier performance metrics and drive corrective and preventive actions to improve quality and effectiveness.
Plan and conduct supplier audits to assess compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices and regulatory standards.
Collaborate with R&D, Regulatory Affairs, and Operations to ensure components meet finished device requirements.
Investigate supplier nonconformances and complaints to facilitate root cause analysis and sustainable corrective actions.
Provide quality support for New Product Development activities including supplier qualification and control plans.
Define and maintain receiving inspection requirements and documentation necessary for product acceptance.
What we're looking for
A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a technical field with 4 years of experience in Engineering and/or Quality is required.
An Advanced degree in Engineering, Science, or a technical field with 2 years of experience in Engineering and/or Quality is required.
A PhD in Engineering, Science, or a technical field is required.
For degrees earned outside the U.S., the degree must satisfy 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A).
Experience with supplier quality systems, qualification, audits, or performance management (preferred).
Experience in a regulated industry environment, including knowledge of ISO 13485, 21 CFR Part 820, and GMP (preferred).
Experience supporting Contract Manufacturers, Original Equipment Manufacturers, or medical device manufacturing partners (preferred).
Work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.
GMP
Six Sigma
PMP
CQE
New Product Development (NPD)
Semiconductor Manufacturing
Control Plans
Test Method Validation
Material Science
Electrical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
IQ
Process Characterization
OQPQ
Test Method Development and Validation
DOE
Six Sigma
Lean Sigma
FMEA
CAPA
ISO
FDA-GMP
MDSAP
TUV
Statistical Analysis
Change Control
Microelectronics Assembly
SMT