Quality Engineer

The Role:

We're looking for a Quality Engineer to take ownership of CAPA, quality investigations, and non-conforming material processes in a regulated medical device environment. This is a hands-on role where you'll drive root cause analysis, implement meaningful improvements, and influence product quality across the lifecycle—not just on the manufacturing floor.

What You'll Do:

Own CAPA processes from initiation through closure, including root cause analysis and effectiveness checks Lead quality investigations and resolve non-conforming material (NCMRs) Identify gaps in quality systems and implement sustainable improvements Partner with Engineering, Regulatory, and Operations to resolve issues quickly and effectively Support Design Quality activities to ensure quality is built into products early Analyze data, document findings, and drive decisions using structured problem-solving methods

What You Bring:

Must-Have 2-6+ years of Quality Engineering experience in medical device or regulated industry Hands-on experience owning CAPA investigations end-to-end Experience with non-conforming material (NCMRs) and quality investigations Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills Ability to work independently and drive results with urgency Nice-to-Have Experience in a CMO or small-to-mid-sized med device company Exposure to Design Quality (beyond manufacturing) Experience in fast-paced or high-growth environments Familiarity with FDA/ISO standards

What Makes This Role Different:

True ownership of CAPA and quality systems—not just support Exposure across the full product lifecycle, including design quality High-impact role in a growing organization where your work is visible Opportunity to build and improve processes, not just maintain them Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Paul, MN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $60.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Saint Paul,MN.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 3, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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