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Manager, Quality Engineer

Proven Recruiting
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/16/2026
Manager, Quality Engineering, San Diego, CA. $75–$100/hr (Contract role)

Are you a hands-on quality engineering leader ready to drive impact in the medical device space? Our client, an innovative and growing medical device company, is seeking a leader to oversee quality engineering initiatives across product development, compliance, and operational excellence.

Who you are:

  • 5 years of experience in medical devices or a regulated ISO/cGMP/GLP environment
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Biomedical Engineering, or related discipline
  • Strong expertise in statistical methods (Six Sigma, DOE) and root cause analysis
  • Proven experience with validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), CAPA investigations, and regulatory compliance (ISO, ASTM)
  • Experience supporting complaint handling, risk management (ISO 14971), and supplier quality


What you’ll do:

  • Lead and mentor Quality Engineers, driving technical development, team performance, and succession planning
  • Oversee quality activities across new product development, product maintenance, and compliance initiatives
  • Develop and execute validation protocols, test methods, and statistically sound sampling plans
  • Drive investigations, CAPA execution, supplier quality improvements, and complaint analysis
  • Support audits, regulatory inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives aligned with business goals


What does this position pay?

Compensation is determined by several factors which may include skillset, experience level, and education.

The expected range for this role is $75–$100 per hour. Please note this range is an estimate and actual pay may vary based on qualifications and experience.

What’s next?

Please email your resume to jhanson@provenrecruiting.com if you’re excited to explore this opportunity with our client.

We actively support and promote people of various backgrounds, from race, religion, gender to geographical area, university, lifestyle, and personality type. Proven Recruiting is minority-owned, majority women, and is a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion in the broader community. Apply today!

Salary : $75 - $100

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