Quality Engineer I

General Summary As a Quality Engineer I, you will be charged with the quality behind Penumbra's game-changing medical devices used to address some of the world's toughest disease states! Unlike quality engineering roles in other companies, at Penumbra, we provide our quality engineers with highly technical problems to solve. Your efforts will directly impact the safety of patients around the world who use our products. You will apply your passion for creative problem solving throughout all stages of the process, from concept to commercialization and into continuous improvements. What You'll Work On •Provide valuable input in the design control process and help in developing and launching new products •Independently provide knowledge of Penumbra Quality Management System as it pertains to sustaining manufacturing operations as well as dealing with supplier quality and developing new products •Identify and drive areas of opportunity for process improvement, yield improvement, and cycle time reduction •Determine root-cause of in-process quality assurance issues •Experience on production lines manufacturing high performing products •Adhere to the Company’s Quality Management System (QMS) as well as domestic and global quality system regulations, standards, and procedures. •Ensure other members of the department follow the QMS, regulations, standards and procedures. •Perform other activities requiring knowledge of principles and techniques commonly employed in the specific area of projects. What You'll Bring •1+ years of experience in a manufacturing or laboratory environment strongly preferred •Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment where navigating grey areas is a welcomed challenge preferred •A Bachelor’s or Master's degree in an engineering or scientific discipline required •Clear and concise written and oral communication skills required •A passion for working in collaborative and dynamic teams with feedback-rich culture preferred Working Conditions •General office, laboratory, and cleanroom environments   •Potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens •Requires some lifting and moving of up to 25 pounds •Must be able to move between buildings and floors.  •Must be able to remain stationary and use a computer or other standard office equipment, such as a printer or copy machine, for an extensive period of time each day.   •Must be able to read, prepare emails, and produce documents and spreadsheets.    •Must be able to move within the office and access file cabinets or supplies, as needed.  •Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information with employees at all levels on a daily basis.   Location and Pay  •Roseville, CA •$72,000 to $94,000        •Individual compensation will vary over time-based on factors such as performance, skill level, competencies, work location and shift.