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Quality Engineer

Globus Medical · Limerick, PA

Level
Engineer
Team
Quality
Degree
Preferred
Experience asked
4+ years
Industry
Medical devices
Posted
6 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level quality role at Globus Medical (medical devices) in Limerick, PA. Develop, execute, and maintain manufacturing process validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ); maintain MVPs.

They ask for
4+ years · degree preferred
Tools it names
Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Root cause, SPC, FMEA

Read from the posting. The full description is below.

From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Quality Engineer roles in Pennsylvania: typical posted base $85k–$125k.

Median of the low and high ends of 11 live postings that list pay, out of 37 quality engineer openings in Pennsylvania, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 36 other live quality postings in Pennsylvania.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $85k–$125k, from 11 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Less than usual (4+ vs 5+)

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Root cause 62%
  • ✓ Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 43%
  • ✓ Supplier quality 43%
  • ✓ Lean 38%
  • ✓ Six Sigma 38%
  • ✓ SPC 38%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for Python, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 4+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

At a glance

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Full description from Globus MedicalAs posted on their careers site.Show

Position Summary

The Quality Engineer supports musculoskeletal devices and instruments manufacturing operations through the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of quality systems, processes, and controls within a regulated medical device environment. Working collaboratively with cross-functional teams, this role applies engineering principles, statistical analysis, and risk-based decision-making to resolve quality issues, support process validation and manufacturing changes, and improve product quality and process efficiency. The position also supports regulatory compliance and overall Quality Management System.

qualifications

and supplier monitoring, supplier audits, supplier site visits and updates to supplier agreements. Evaluate changes to supplier processes and assess the impact on Globus Medical processes and products.

  • ✓Owns corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities, including root cause analysis, corrective action implementation, and effectiveness verification.

qualifications

and QMS impact.

  • ✓Participate in risk management activities such as risk assessments, Process Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (pFMEAs), and control plan development and maintenance.
  • ✓Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify process risks, establish appropriate controls, and support the implementation of risk mitigation strategies.
  • ✓Reduce the overall risk and compliance gaps related to products, processes and QMS.

Education and Experience

  • ✓Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Science, or a related technical discipline (STEM) preferred; equivalent education and experience may be considered.
  • ✓2–4 years of relevant experience in Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Assurance, or a related technical field preferred.
  • ✓Experience in medical device manufacturing or another regulated industry preferred.
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Branch Medical Group, a subsidiary of Globus Medical Inc., manufactures a wide range of implants for spinal and orthopedic applications as well as design the instrumentation cases that house them. Our passion, combined with Globus’ world-class engineering, transforms clinical insights into tangible musculoskeletal solutions. We are constantly in pursuit of better patient care and understand that speed is critical because life cannot wait.

At Globus Medical, we move with a sense of urgency to deliver innovations that improve the quality of life of patients with musculoskeletal disorders. Our team is inspired by the needs of these patients, and the surgeons and healthcare providers who treat them. We embrace a culture of exceptional response by partnering with researchers and educators to transform clinical insights into tangible solutions. Our solutions improve the techniques and outcomes of surgery so patients can resume their lives as quickly as possible.

Manufacturing & Supplier Quality

  • •Support investigations and resolution of product, process and systems related quality issues (NCs) or deviations.
  • •Analyze manufacturing data to evaluate process performance, identify trends, develop and optimize inspection methods, sampling strategies, and process controls to improve product quality and manufacturing efficiency.
  • •Own supplier quality for respective areas or product lines – resolution of incoming quality issues, SCARs, supplier

Process Validation & Risk Management

  • •Develop, execute, and maintain manufacturing process validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ); maintain MVPs.
  • •Perform MSA (TMV and Gage R&R) studies to develop or optimize product inspections methods.
  • •Evaluate manufacturing process changes, equipment transfers, and new product introductions to determine appropriate

Compliance, Continuous Improvement & Technical Leadership

  • •Provide technical guidance and quality engineering support to Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Product Development, Quality Control, and other stakeholders.
  • •Communicate quality-related findings, risks, recommendations, and project updates to internal teams, management, customers, and suppliers, as applicable.
  • •Maintain accurate and timely records in accordance with established quality system requirements.
  • •Develop and improve quality management system procedures, work instructions, and control documentation.
  • •Support internal and external audits, including audit preparation, responses to findings, and corrective actions.
  • •Perform data analysis for various systems such as NCMRs, CAPAs, Defects & Scrap Rate, Complaints, Supplier Quality, Trainings etc.
  • •Develops 4-blockers or presentations for key projects or quality issues when presenting to cross functional teams or site and senior leadership.
  • •Leads Continuous Improvement of the products, processes and QMS via Kaizens, developing standard work and implementation of visual management.

Technical Knowledge and Skills

  • •Knowledge of statistical methods (SPC, MSA, DOEs, Six Sigma, Process Capabilities), statistical software (Minitab or equivalent) and Lean Manufacturing. ASQ or related professional certification(s) are a plus.
  • •Familiarity with manufacturing process validation principles and risk-based approaches to quality assurance.
  • •Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), ISO 13485, FDA QMSR, and related requirements.
  • •Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and inspection requirements.
  • •Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and familiarity with tools such as Power BI or equivalent. Familiarity with Python, Visual Basic or equivalent programing for data analysis is a plus.
  • •Familiarity with testings such as Bioburden, TOC, Endotoxicity, Cytotoxicity etc. and sterilization process.

Professional Skills and Abilities

  • •Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • •Ability to work independently, communicate and collaborate effectively across various departments, sister sites, suppli

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