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Circadia

Senior Design Quality Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$120 - $160/hr

About the Role Circadia Health is looking for a Senior Design Quality Engineer to establish and lead our quality engineering processes from the ground up. In this role, you will build, implement, and ...

Abbott

Associate Design Quality Engineer

Temecula, CA · On-site

$50K - $101K/yr

Job Title Associate Design Quality Engineer Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You'll ...

Philips

Senior Design Quality Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$103K - $145K/yr

Job TitleSenior Design Quality Engineer In this role you Will be part of a team that is excited by the unique professional challenges that our Quality Transformation presents, has strong technical ...

Jobtailor

Senior Engineer, Design Quality

San Clemente, CA · On-site

$110 - $170/hr

* Utilize quality tools and processes, including product and process controls, risk analysis and management, validation, design verification, investigations, and CAPA data, to assure product quality

Abbott

Associate Design Quality Engineer

Temecula, CA · On-site

$50K - $101K/yr

Job Title Associate Design Quality Engineer Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You'll ...

Abbott

Associate Design Quality Engineer

Temecula, CA · On-site

$50K - $101K/yr

Job Title Associate Design Quality Engineer Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You'll ...

Hydrafacial

Senior Design Quality Engineer

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$94 - $120/hr

The Senior Design Quality Engineer is responsible for research, product development, and sustaining engineering documentation.What you'll do:Primary Responsibilities:Ensure R&D and other disciplines ...

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How much do design quality jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for design quality in California is $46.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38.17 and $55.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is design quality?

Design Quality refers to the process of ensuring that a product or system is designed to consistently meet customer requirements, regulatory standards, and performance expectations. In fields such as manufacturing, engineering, and medical devices, Design Quality professionals are responsible for integrating quality principles early in the design phase, identifying potential risks, and validating that the final product is safe, effective, and reliable. Their work helps prevent costly errors, improves user satisfaction, and ensures compliance with industry regulations.

How does a design quality professional typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during product development?

Design Quality professionals play a crucial role in ensuring that products meet both customer expectations and regulatory requirements. They frequently collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, regulatory, and marketing teams to integrate quality standards from the earliest stages of design. This involves participating in design reviews, risk assessments, and root cause analyses to proactively identify and address potential quality issues. By fostering clear communication and alignment between departments, Design Quality professionals help ensure a smooth development process and the delivery of high-quality products.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in design quality, and why are they important?

To thrive in Design Quality, you need a solid understanding of quality assurance principles, product design processes, and regulatory requirements, often backed by a degree in engineering or a related field. Familiarity with quality management systems (such as ISO 13485 or ISO 9001), risk analysis tools, and product lifecycle management software is highly valuable. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills set top performers apart. These skills ensure products meet safety, compliance, and performance standards, ultimately supporting customer satisfaction and business success.

What is the difference between Design Quality vs Design Engineer?

AspectDesign QualityDesign Engineer
Primary FocusEnsuring the overall quality and standards of design outputsCreating, developing, and refining product or system designs
Required SkillsAttention to detail, quality assurance, standards complianceTechnical design skills, CAD proficiency, engineering knowledge
Work EnvironmentQuality assurance teams, design review sessionsDesign departments, engineering teams
CertificationsQuality management certifications (e.g., ISO 9001)Engineering degrees, technical certifications

Design Quality focuses on maintaining and improving the quality of design outputs, ensuring standards are met. Design Engineers are responsible for creating and developing those designs. While both roles require technical knowledge, Design Quality emphasizes quality assurance, whereas Design Engineers focus on the technical creation process.

Design Quality jobs near you
Infographic showing various Design Quality job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,860 per year, or $46.6 per hour.

Design Quality Engineer - Robot

Capstan Medical, Inc.

Santa Cruz, CA

$83K - $107K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

At Capstan Medical, we're building one of the most exciting and innovative companies in medtech-developing a first-of-its-kind robotic platform for minimally invasive heart valve treatment. Our team combines surgical robotics, catheter-based delivery, and next-generation implants to transform complex procedures into safer, lower-stress solutions for patients and clinicians alike. As a highly collaborative, hands-on team, we move fast, wear multiple hats, and believe the best ideas can come from anyone. 

Based in Santa Cruz, our unique workspace blends cutting-edge Bay Area innovation with a lifestyle-driven environment near trails, beaches, and open space-creating the perfect place to do meaningful, career-defining work.

Reports to: Quality Manager 

Workplace type: Onsite in Santa Cruz, CA

The Opportunity:
As a Design Quality Engineer, you will provide design quality support for the company's design control activities, with a primary focus on the development of the surgical robot. You will partner with the R&D, regulatory, and clinical development engineering teams to ensure that our cardiovascular robotic platform is designed for safety, reliability, and manufacturability. 
What you'll do:

  • Support the execution of design control activities, ensuring compliance with ISO 13485 and FDA 21 CFR 820.30 throughout the Product Development Process. 

  • Support creation of Risk Management Files, including the development of Design FMEA and Use FMEA. 

  • Review and approve Design Verification and Validation protocols, test methods, and reports to ensure devices meet all functional, clinical, and standards-based requirements. 

  • Participate in design reviews, providing critical feedback on design controls and risk mitigation. 

  • Review and maintain Design History File documentation and ensure compliance to internal processes and external standards and regulations. 

  • Champion the quality system and identify continuous improvement opportunities 

  • Support internal and external audits, including preparation of documentation, participation in audits, and implementation of audit findings  

  • Drive nonconforming material investigations and implementation of effective CAPAs 

  • Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements, such as FDA QMSR and ISO 13485 standards. 

What you'll need:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field. Master's degree is a plus. 

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a design quality assurance/engineering role within the medical device industry supporting electromechanical capital devices.  

  • In-depth knowledge of design controls (21 CFR 820.30), risk management (ISO 14971), quality management systems (ISO 13485), basic safety and essential performance of medical electrical equipment (IEC 60601-1), and other relevant quality & safety standards for robotic medical devices. 

  • Ability to support multiple concurrent design control activities in a fast-paced startup environment 

  • Strong documentation, organizational, and communication skills. 

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

  • Experience supporting development of surgical robotic devices. 

  • Certifications such as Six Sigma and ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE). 

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to apply root cause analysis methodologies. 

  • Detail-oriented with effective organizational and documentation skills. 

Why join us:

  • We offer a fun, fast-paced, collaborative environment where you will be working on transformational technologies in the cardiac healthcare space. 

  • We offer outstanding benefits with medical, dental, and vision covered at 100% for you and your family, as well as flex time off.  

  • We thrive in our work-hard, play-hard environment. Bring your bike or running shoes if you'd like or just be ready to enjoy a fun office outing. We enjoy time inside the office and out!  

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and disability, or other legally protected status. 
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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