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Quality Assurance Engineer 1

Smith & Nephew
parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Tennessee, Memphis
May 01, 2026
Life. Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. As a Quality Assurance Engineer 1, you will play a key role in ensuring our products meet the highest quality and regulatory standards from design through to manufacture. Based in Memphis, Tennessee, this is an exciting opportunity to build your career within a global medical technology company where your work directly impacts patients' lives. What will you be doing? Supporting design control activities by creating and maintaining Design History File documentation Coordinating and contributing to design reviews to ensure quality considerations are embedded throughout new product development Developing and implementing incoming, in process and final inspection procedures to ensure products meet design specifications Supporting risk management activities and contributing to the creation of risk management files Partnering with cross functional teams including Manufacturing Engineering, Regulatory Affairs and suppliers to resolve quality issues Assisting with process validations, capability studies and statistical quality control activities Supporting internal and external audits and contributing to regulatory submissions including UL, IEC and FDA Participating in training activities for Quality Control and Manufacturing teams What will you need to be successful? Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical, Manufacturing or Biomedical Engineering 0 to 2 years of experience in the medical device industry or another regulated environment Knowledge of Quality System Regulations and ISO requirements Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across global and cross functional teams Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with Minitab experience considered an advantage 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! Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. Stay connected by joining our Talent Community. We're more than just a company - we're a community! Follow us on LinkedIn to see how we support and empower our employees and patients every day. Check us out on Glassdoor for a glimpse behind the scenes and a sneak peek into You. Unlimited., life, culture, and benefits at S+N. Explore our website and learn more about our mission, our team, and the opportunities we offer.