Agilent is the premier laboratory partner for a better world. We provide life science, diagnostic, and applied market laboratories worldwide with instruments, services, consumables, applications, and expertise. Agilent enables customers to gain the insights they seek so they can do what they do best: improve the world around us.
Our Quality Engineer role is dedicated to ensuring the highest quality experiences for our patients and customers. This position provides engineering guidance, expertise, and services to ensure process, data, and product quality.
Quality Engineers lead and drive process and product improvements and provide specialized quality-related services to R&D, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Procurement, and Marketing. They develop, implement, and evaluate tools and equipment for quality assurance and product/process improvement.
We are currently seeking a Quality Engineer to support our Cedar Creek, Texas, operations.
Additional responsibilities will include:- Drives quality assurance activities related to batch review, change control, NCRs, Deviations, CAPAs, Audits, and supports Product Complaints technical investigations for the relevant product platforms.
- Support 3rd party audit of site through audit prep and participating in the front/back room.
- Apply advanced Quality Assurance and Scientific Method techniques and principles to daily tasks and activities.
- Apply relevant regulations, standards, GxP requirements, and industry best practices to assignments.
- Plan and conduct projects and activities with moderate to high technical responsibility, complexity, and strategic feedback.
- Act as an SME in quality assurance and scientific matters as applicable.
- Develop and drive key strategic quality assurance initiatives throughout the organization.
- Contributes to the development of new projects/programs/processes.
- Lead/drive root cause investigations for multiple issues, including complaints, NCRs, Deviations, OOS, etc.
- Leads projects requiring representation of the organization to internal and/or external customers or others, providing expertise and promoting solutions.
- Bachelor’s or master’s Degree in biology, chemistry, biotechnology, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Post-graduate, Quality Assurance Certifications, such as Six Sigma, CQE, CQA, etc., is preferred.
- 4+ years of experience in a similar position within the Life science industry.
- Familiarity with medical device regulations, such as ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR part 820, and IVDR 2017/746 is required.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills with a focus on finding effective and efficient solutions in compliance with the regulations.
- An effective communicator at all levels, both internally and externally.
- Team player with the ability to make independent decisions within the framework and guidelines of the organization.
Additional Details
This job has a full time weekly schedule. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least June 30, 2026 or until the job is no longer posted.The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $103,200.00 - $161,250.00/yr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locationsAgilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and merit-based employer that values individuals of all backgrounds at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive in the workplace where everyone is welcome, and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email [email protected] or contact +1-262-754-5030. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit www.agilent.com/en/accessibility.Travel Required: NoShift: DayDuration: No End DateJob Function: Quality/RegulatorySkills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in biology, chemistry, biotechnology, engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 4+ years of experience in a similar position within the life science industry.
- Familiarity with medical device regulations such as ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR part 820, and IVDR 2017/746.
- Knowledge and application of GxP and quality assurance principles.
- Experience driving CAPAs, NCRs, Deviations, OOS investigations, and complaint investigations.
- Ability to support and participate in 3rd party site audits and audit preparation.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills focused on regulatory-compliant solutions.
- Effective communication skills at all organizational levels, internally and externally.
- Team player with ability to make independent decisions within organizational guidelines.
- Post-graduate quality assurance certifications (Six Sigma, CQE, CQA, etc.).
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Retirement Support — The core U.S. package highlights a generous 401(k) match as a strength. Retirement programs are positioned as competitive within the company’s total rewards.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan at a discount provides accessible equity and augments total compensation. Ownership opportunities are presented as a notable advantage alongside retirement benefits.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible Time Off, company holidays, a personal holiday, and paid volunteer time create a broad leave offering. Time off can accrue into multiple weeks in the first year, supporting flexibility.
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Analytical scientists and clinical researchers worldwide rely on Agilent to help fulfill their most complex laboratory demands. Our instruments, software, services and consumables address the full range of scientific and laboratory management needs—so our customers can do what they do best: improve the world around us. Whether a laboratory is engaged in environmental testing, academic research, medical diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals or food testing, Agilent provides laboratory solutions to meet their full spectrum of needs. We work closely with customers to help address global trends that impact human health and the environment, and to anticipate future scientific needs. Our solutions improve the efficiency of the entire laboratory, from sample prep to data interpretation and management. Customers trust Agilent for solutions that enable insights...for a better world.
