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Echo

Sr. Quality Engineer

Echo, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199

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Company Overview

Echo Neurotechnologies is an exciting new startup in the Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) space, driving innovation through advanced hardware engineering and AI solutions. Our mission is to deliver cutting-edge technologies that restore autonomy to people living with disabilities and improve their quality of life. Team Culture

Join a small, dedicated team of knowledgeable and motivated professionals. Our early-stage environment offers the opportunity to take ownership of broad decisions with significant and long-lasting impact. We emphasize continuous learning and growth, fostering cross-functional collaboration where your contributions are vital to our success. As a

Sr. Quality Engineer , you will work with the cross-functional team to act as a champion of Design Quality Assurance and Engineering activities throughout the product development lifecycle. You hold your work and teams to the highest quality standards and ensure all applicable compliance standards and regulations are met. This is a hands-on role supporting multiple domains across hardware and software engineering, supplier quality and quality system implementation. Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Participate in ongoing implementation of the Quality Management System (QMS) in conformance with US FDA Quality System Regulations, ISO 13485, IEC 62304, IEC 60601 and IEC 62366-1 and other relevant standards

Support the product development team in creation of design history files (DHFs) including product requirements, software and hardware design specifications, design verification and validation test protocols and reports, risk management file, cybersecurity risk files, biocompatibility and sterilization validation deliverables, traceability matrices, etc.

Guide and lead risk management activities, including failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA) and hazards analysis, in alignment with ISO 14971

Engage and collaborate with suppliers and support design, development and design transfer activities

Support and participate in internal and external audits, coordinating and providing documentation and evidence of compliance

Support root cause analysis for nonconformances, defects and CAPAs, issue management, management review and quality data analysis

Foster a collaborative environment, champion continuous improvement initiatives and promote a quality culture across the organization

Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (e.g., Biomedical, Mechanical, Electrical, or related field).

8+ years of quality engineering or in medical device development from concept development to production release.

Strong understanding of medical device regulations and standards (FDA, ISO 13485, IEC 62304, ISO 14971, IEC 62366-1, IEC 60601) and experience working in a regulated environment

Experience with software and hardware V&V activities, experience with AI/ML technology is a plus

Hands-on experience with risk management tools (e.g. FMEA, risk analysis) and design controls

Experience in establishing work relationships across multi-disciplinary teams and with partners in different time zones, building trust and demonstrating critical thinking

Experience in navigating ambiguity, bringing clarity to complex situations and thriving in a fast-paced environment

Skills and Abilities: Proficient in working in eQMS tools with impeccable documentation skills

Superior written and verbal communication skills to interface with cross-functional teams and regulatory bodies

Strong analytical skills and excellent problem-solving skills

Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail

What We Offer

An opportunity to work on exciting, cutting-edge projects to transform patients’ lives in a highly collaborative work environment.

Competitive compensation, including stock options.

Comprehensive benefits package.

401(k) program with matching contributions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Echo Neurotechnologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Confidentiality

All applications will be treated confidentially. Applicants may be asked to sign an NDA after the initial stages of the interview process.

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