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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Specialist, Design Quality Engineer - **Company:** GE Healthcare - **Location:** Aurora, CO, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Medical Software, Mdsap - **Published:** September 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/senior-lead-specialist-design-quality-engineer-coils-aurora-co--ce554e78-e9f9-4d78-872c-99b271dfc4fc ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college OR a high school diploma/GED with at least 6 years of relevant work experience. * Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Engineering, or Design Controls within a regulated industry; medical device experience preferred. * Demonstrated understanding of medical device Quality Management System and regulatory requirements, including but not limited to FDA 21 CFR Part 820 and ISO 13485. * Demonstrated knowledge of quality and process improvement tools. * Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Sponsorship for employment visas, now or in the future, is not available for this position., * Experience in New Product Introduction of medical devices, including Design Controls, Production and Process Controls, and Installation and Servicing. * Experience applying the GE HealthCare Quality Management System in NPI programs. * Strong technical aptitude. * Influencing skills and the ability to clearly communicate requirements related to Design Controls, Design Verification and Validation, Production and Process Controls, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), and Risk Management across functions. * Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and resolve conflicts. * Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, root cause analysis, and process improvement skills. * Excellent interpersonal and leadership abilities. * Proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. We expect all employees to live and breathe our behaviors: act with humility and build trust, lead with transparency, deliver with focus, and drive ownership-always with unyielding integrity. Our total rewards are designed to unlock your ambition by providing the support and flexibility needed to turn ideas into world-changing realities. Our salary and benefits reflect the strength and scale of our global organization, and you will be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters care, collaboration, and support., Analysis Skills, Candidate Screening, Career Development, Code of Federal Regulations, Communication Skills, Corrective Action, Corrective and Preventative Action (CAPA) Systems, Design Verification, FDA (Food and Drug Administration), Healthcare, Healthcare Quality, Healthcare Software, High School Diploma, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Internal Audit, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Medical Equipment, Multitasking, Patient Safety, Problem Solving Skills, Process Control Engineering, Process Improvement, Product Support, Product/Service Launch, Production Control, Quality Assurance, Quality Engineering, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Regulations, Regulatory Requirements, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, Vaccination, Validation Testing ## Description As a key member of the NPI core team, you will ensure adherence to the GE HealthCare Quality Management System and applicable regulatory requirements, including 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, and MDSAP. By employing strong critical thinking and influencing skills, you will work cross-functionally to enable robust quality decisions. In this role, you will have a direct impact on patient safety, audit readiness, and the commercial delivery of GE HealthCare MR Coils., * Foster a Quality culture by leading quality and compliance activities for innovative, leading-edge MR Coil technologies across design and development, design transfer, manufacturing, and service. * Ensure adherence to the GE HealthCare Quality Management System and regulatory requirements (e.g., 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, MDSAP) while driving process effectiveness and efficiency. * Ensure plans, protocols, results, and conclusions are developed, reviewed, and approved in accordance with applicable procedures. * Represent GE HealthCare to external regulatory agencies and drive audit readiness. * Perform internal audits to ensure quality standards and regulatory requirements are met. * Ensure the quality of CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action) projects, including robust root cause investigations and nonconformance evaluations. * Support successful product launches, including design and manufacturing transfers. * Apply Lean methodologies to solve problems, improve daily work, and simplify processes. * Support analysis and execution to achieve quality objectives and priorities. ## Related Videos - [Coffee with Developers - Silvio Barbieri](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/897-coffee-with-developers-silvio-barbieri) - [What If We Designed Employee Experience Like a Customer Journey?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1824-what-if-we-designed-employee-experience-like-a-customer-journey) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [AI in High-Stakes Industries: Lessons Learned](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100253-ai-in-high-stakes-industries-lessons-learned) - [How to ignore bugs (safely)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/711-how-to-ignore-bugs-safely) - [Great DevEx and Regulatory Compliance - Possible?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1426-great-devex-and-regulatory-compliance-possible) ## Related Articles - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [How to Write a CV and Interview if You Don't Fully Qualify For The Job](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/183-how-to-write-a-cv-and-interview-if-you-don-t-fully-qualify-for-the-job) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [What Jobs Can You Get with a Software Engineering Degree?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/398-what-jobs-can-you-get-with-a-software-engineering-degree)