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Quality Engineer

Katalyst CRO
Cambridge, MA Contractor
POSTED ON 9/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/11/2026
Job Description

We are looking for an experienced CAPA Quality Engineer to drive CAPA initiatives, support project management activities, and communicate effectively across teams. The ideal candidate brings a minimum of five years of relevant experience and can quickly add value from day one.

Responsibilities

  • Heavy focus on CAPA (Corrective & Preventive Action) execution.
  • Own CAPA records from investigation through closure.
  • Perform root cause analysis, issue assessment, and quality problem-solving.
  • Manage a portfolio of CAPAs end-to-end.
  • Partner with CAPA owners / cross-functional teams.
  • Conduct investigations drive closure activities.
  • Review data sources and ensure thorough documentation/compliance.

Must-Have Skillset

  • Strong CAPA background (non-negotiable).
  • ISO 13485 experience (medical device/regulatory environment).
  • Technical/STEM background.
  • Proven communication skills (highly emphasized due to fast-paced environment).
  • Ability to work independently and hit the ground running .

Nice-to-Have

  • Project management experience (tracking, prioritization, coordination).

Traits For Success

  • Strong communication stakeholder management (critical).
  • Ability to handle multiple CAPAs simultaneously.
  • Detail-oriented with strong quality systems mindset.

Qualifications

Must have Engineering degree- Technical experience and STEM related background.

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