Quality Engineer
US$70,000 – US$90,000 / yr base salary
Posted 29 Sep 2026
Advertised as “Quality Engineer, CAPA Administrator”
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- Expected experience
- 2–5 yrs
- Management level
- People management
| Base salary | US$70,000 – US$90,000 / yr |
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Field of studyTechnical or Scientific Field
Study levelBachelor's
CertificationsISO 13485, ISO 14969, CRE, CQM, CQE, CQA
Field of studyBiomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Technical or Scientific Field
Study levelBachelor's or higher
ABOUT INSPIRE MEDICAL SYSTEMS
Inspire is the first of its kind medical device designed to make a difference in the lives of those living with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). We are revolutionizing the sleep industry with our FDA-approved medical device, designed to reduce OSA severity for those who cannot tolerate or get consistent benefit from CPAP. Inspire Medical Systems is committed to enhancing patients’ lives through sleep innovation. We are steadfast in our commitment to prioritize patient outcomes, act with integrity and lead with respect. With positive persistence at our core, we are committed to all those we serve.
WHY JOIN OUR FAST-GROWING TEAM
At Inspire, we value people – your diverse experiences, backgrounds, and thoughts. We elevate voices and encourage learning opportunities to build a professional network that grows into community. We embrace a people-first culture by offering excellent benefits, 401k matching, ESPP, flexible time off (FTO), and tuition reimbursement.
If you’re passionate about making a difference in people’s lives and want to work with innovative technology, come be a part of our great team!
POSITION SUMMARY
This position must provide expertise and leadership in the area of corrective and preventive action, manufacturing process improvements, quality system requirements and process monitoring. This position will work with Development, Manufacturing, Marketing, Information Systems and other Quality functional areas to ensure work is completed in accordance with Inspire procedures and geographic regulations. This role must be flexible for changing priorities and able to work without direct supervision.
MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
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Manage corrective and preventive action (CAPA) process for both internal Inspire CAPAs as well as supplier corrective and preventive action requests (SCARs).
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Lead and coach cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and navigate the CAPA process.
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Monitor CAPA deliverables, CAPA timelines and trend both CAPAs and SCARs.
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Schedule CAPA team meetings and monthly CAPA management reviews.
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Report on CAPA progress at monthly CAPA meetings as well as Quality management reviews.
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Support all aspects of CAPA activity, including CAPA owner assignment, utilization of root cause tools (i.e., 5 whys, Is/Is Not, Ishikawa, etc.), verification of effectiveness checks and Quality approval for CAPA closure.
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Partner with Inspire product quality and manufacturing teams to support supplier corrective actions.