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aspensurgical

Sr Design Engineer

Caledonia, MI

Execute medical device design history file activities to be compliant with applicable regulations * Conduct the development and evaluation of medical device designs which meet defined product ...

Actalent

Medical Device Engineer

San Diego, CA

$50/hr

Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, CA. Pay and ... We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design ...

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How much do contract medical device design jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract medical device design in the United States is $49.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35.10 and $59.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Medical Device Design vs Medical Device Design Engineer?

AspectContract Medical Device DesignMedical Device Design Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in engineering or related field; certifications like ISO 13485 are a plusRequires a degree in biomedical, mechanical, or electrical engineering; professional certifications may enhance prospects
Work EnvironmentProject-based, often freelance or consulting; varies by client and project scopeFull-time employment within a company or R&D department
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by consulting firms, contract agencies, and medical device startupsEmployed by medical device companies, hospitals, or research institutions

Contract Medical Device Design professionals focus on project-specific work, often freelance, while Medical Device Design Engineers are typically employed full-time within organizations. Both roles require similar technical credentials but differ in work setting and employment structure.

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Infographic showing various Contract Medical Device Design job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 62% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 17% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $103,662 per year, or $49.8 per hour.
Medical Device Design Quality Engineer

Medical Device Design Quality Engineer

Conflux Systems

Newton, MA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

No C2C / Only W2 / No Sponsership
Seeking an experienced Senior Design Quality Engineer to support development of complex robotic and electromechanical Class III medical systems. This role leads Design Controls, risk management, and V&V quality oversight to ensure regulatory compliance and robust product realization across the lifecycle.
Responsibilities:
  • Serve as Quality representative and Design Controls lead on cross-functional teams.
  • Ensure compliance with FDA QSR (21 CFR 820.30), ISO 13485, MDR/MDD, and global regulations.
  • Lead risk management per ISO 14971, including system-level risk analysis, FMEA/SWFMEA, and residual risk evaluation.
  • Maintain end-to-end traceability between design inputs/outputs, risk controls, and verification & validation (V&V).
  • Review/approve V&V protocols and reports; support tolerance, worst-case, and margin analyses.
  • Support IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 80601-2-77 electrical safety/EMC compliance.
  • Collaborate on HW/SW integration and ensure compliance with IEC 62304/82304.
  • Support supplier qualification, design transfer, and DHF completeness.
  • Contribute to IDE, De Novo, PMA submissions.
  • Lead CAPA, NCMR, complaint investigations, and root cause analysis.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or Life Sciences.
  • 7-10 years' experience in Design Quality within medical devices (Class III preferred).
  • Strong knowledge of Design Controls, QSR, ISO 13485, ISO 14971.
  • Experience with Minitab or statistical analysis tools.
  • Familiarity with ESD controls, electrical components handling.
  • Strong technical writing, communication, and time management skills.

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