Quality Principal Engineer I

At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient's mobility is enhanced by a Zimmer Biomet product or technology every 8 seconds.

As a Zimmer Biomet team member, you will share in our commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world. To support our talent team, we focus on development opportunities, robust employee resource groups (ERGs), a flexible working environment, location specific competitive total rewards, wellness incentives and a culture of recognition and performance awards. We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels included, respected, empowered and recognised.

Job Summary

Responsible for gathering relevant, factual information and data in order to solve quality related problems. Resolve issues by identifying and applying solutions from acquired technical experience and guided precedents. Plan and lead projects by identifying and organizing activities into time dependent sequencing with realistic timelines. Work effectively / productively with all departments by developing a team atmosphere. Responsible for assuring products conform to established requirements and standards through appropriate audit, inspection, and test activities. Interacts with many different functional departments, suppliers, and experts outside Zimmer Biomet to implement Zimmer Biomet Quality goals. Mentors less senior staff within the department.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Evaluating process methods and equipment to meet performance and quality requirements.
• Establishing quality plans for equipment and processes for general and specific product performance needs
• Monitoring performance of processes to a standards
• Applying ISO and QSR requirements to processes and procedures for Zimmer and outside suppliers; Working with suppliers on new product introduction to insure that quality and performance requirements are fulfilled
• Assisting Manufacturing, Sourcing and Development in the interpretation and application of regulations
• Developing and maintaining department and project budgets
• Training and mentoring less experienced Engineers and cross-functional peers
• Identifying and / or developing new technologies

Expected Areas Of Competence (i.e., Knowledge, Skills And Abilities)

Education / Experience Requirements

Travel Expectations : Up to 20%

Physical Requirements : EOE / M / F / Vet / Disability

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