Life. Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.
Are you a quality leader passionate about driving excellence across the full product lifecycle? This is an opportunity to lead a high performing engineering team, influence strategic initiatives, and ensure life enhancing medical technologies remain safe, effective, and compliant. Based in Mansfield, MA, you will play a critical role in sustaining innovation while shaping quality practices across the organization.
What will you be doing?
Leading a team of Sustaining Design Quality Engineers to support Joint Repair products across their lifecycle
Driving product lifecycle management initiatives and strategically allocating resources to meet business needs
Ensuring robust and compliant design control practices, maintaining Design History File integrity
Reviewing and approving key quality deliverables including verification and validation, risk management, CAPAs, and design changes
Partnering with cross functional teams to ensure products meet safety, performance, and regulatory requirements
Supporting regulatory submissions and representing design control activities during audits
Leading DHF assessments and conducting gap analyses to drive compliance and continuous improvement
Providing technical leadership and mentorship to develop quality engineering talent
Influencing stakeholders and resolving complex quality, technical, and operational challenges.
What will you need to be successful?
Bachelor of Science in Engineering or a related technical field
5+ years of experience in the medical device industry or a similarly regulated environment
Strong knowledge of FDA QSR, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971
Proven leadership experience managing and developing engineering teams
Ability to collaborate cross functionally and communicate effectively at all levels
Experience driving design control activities and solving complex quality challenges
CQE or Lead Auditor certification preferred
The anticipated base compensation range for this position is $xxxx000.00 to $xxxxx.00 USD annually.
The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.
In addition to base pay, we offer competitive bonus and benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, medical leave programs, parental leave, generous PTO, paid company holidays, 8 hours of volunteer time annually, and a variety of wellness offerings such as EAP.
You. Unlimited.
We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.
Inclusion and Belonging- Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/).
Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Purchase Plan, Tuition Reimbursement
Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day
Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account Employer Contribution of $500+ annually, Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program
Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model for most professional roles
Training: Hands On, Team Customized, Mentorship
Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more
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Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or a related technical field
- 5+ years of experience in the medical device industry or a similarly regulated environment
- Strong knowledge of FDA QSR, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971
- Experience managing and developing engineering teams
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and communicate effectively at all levels
- Experience driving design control activities and solving complex quality challenges
- CQE or Lead Auditor certification
Smith & Nephew Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision plans are paired with a global mental‑health program for employees and families, indicating a robust core health package.
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Retirement Support — U.S. employees have access to a 401(k) with company contributions, and share plans complement long‑term savings.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous holiday, paid volunteering leave, and flexible work models point to broad time‑off options.
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What We Do
Smith+Nephew is a global medical technology company. We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. We support healthcare professionals to return their patients to health and mobility, helping them to perform at their fullest potential. From our first employee and founder, T.J. Smith, to our team today, it’s our people who make Smith+Nephew a unique place. Yes, we love to innovate and develop exciting technologies, and we offer competitive salaries and progressive benefits. But it’s our culture - of Care, Collaboration and Courage - that really sets us apart. Through a spirit of ownership and can-do attitude, we work together to win.. We’re a company of people who care about each other, about our customers and their patients, and about our communities. Together, we fulfill our shared purpose of Life Unlimited. Please note: not all products referred to may be approved for use or available in all markets.






