
New · posted Oct 15
Neptune Medical · Medical Devices
Senior Operations Quality Engineer
- Burlingame, CA
- On-site
- Full-time
- Senior & Principal
Open until filled
The role
The Senior Operations Quality Engineer is responsible for supporting volume production, product introductions, and continuous improvements for assembly processes to achieve company initiatives for commercial success, value creation, and operational excellence. The role involves working closely with production, quality control, and cross-functional teams to improve operational efficiency, reduce production costs and ensure product quality standards are met.
The ideal candidate would demonstrate the ability to meet and exceed the below requirements, would show a high level of individual responsibility as well as leadership for the team, and would act with passion and intensity in a fast-paced and collaborative medical device start-up.
Neptune Medical is an innovative, venture capital funded medical device startup headquartered in Burlingame, CA. We have already commercialized novel medical devices using our technology. Now the team at Neptune is building something truly unique: a fully flexible medical robot that enables doctors to reach deep into human anatomy. Our robot will disrupt flexible endoscopy and set a new standard in outcomes for decades to come.
What you need
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- 5-7 years minimum professional Engineering experience in the medical device industry. 3+ years of experience in manufacturing or operations preferred.
- Proficiency in international or regional standards related to medical device manufacturing.
- Strong knowledge of inspection methods and manufacturing processes, including assembly and testing.
- Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., Minitab, JMP) for product design and process optimization.
- Familiarity with EDMS, ERP systems, and manufacturing software.
- Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Strong problem-solving skills and analytical thinking.
- Proven experience in cross-functional team collaboration
- Knowledge of relevant industry regulations, quality standards, and safety protocols.
Neptune Medical is located in Burlingame, CA, near the Millbrae Caltrain and BART Station
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The starting base salary for this role is between $150,000 and $190,000 depending on experience. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: education, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for equity, benefits, and 401(K) with matching.
What you'll do
Process Design & Improvement
- Identify opportunities for, lead, and implement innovative solutions for quality improvements, cost reduction, scaling production, and production efficiency that reduce risk and optimize production performance.
- Author and maintain inspection documentation, including protocols, reports, Quality Inspection Procedures (QIPs), work instructions (WIs), test methods (TMs) and, if required component/product drawings.
- Review manufacturing documentation, including protocols, reports, manufacturing process instructions (MPIs), lot history records (LHRs), work instructions (WIs), test methods (TMs) and, if required component/product drawings.
- Support and provide expertise regarding validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) activities and similar qualifications and generate detailed technical reports.
Production Support
- Provide technical quality support to the production floor and incoming/in-process quality control areas to address any issues.
- Responsible for sterilization related processes including validation, record verification, etc.
- Leverage statistical methods and software to support data-driven decisions, including for part acceptance and product release.
- Facilitate data collection for key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess project success and address any issues.
- Root cause analysis to investigate yield loss and nonconformances.
- Lead NCR and CAPA efforts.
- Participate in supplier selection and qualification, process transfer to contract manufacturing facilities,
and facility moves, as applicable.
Quality Control & Safety
- Ensure all manufacturing and inspection processes meet or exceed quality standards.
- Work closely with the quality control and manufacturing teams to resolve issues related to defects or non-conformance.
- Emphasize quality and utilize a risk-driven approach to ensure compliance to risk management policies and practices
- Ensure Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
- Support company goals and objectives, policies and procedures that comply with FDA Quality Management System Regulations (QMSR), ISO 13485, and any other applicable domestic regulations.
Leadership & Collaboration
- Ensure collaboration across departments to meet production goals and quality objectives.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to team members as needed.
- Actively work to promote team building and morale within the department.
Pay and benefits
$150,000 – $190,000 a year
Employer providedEquity eligibility
401(k) with matching
Benefits eligibility
Where you'll work
Burlingame, CAOn-siteOpen in Maps (opens in a new tab)
More jobs in Burlingame, CAEqual opportunity, accessibility and legal noticesNeptune Medical's statements, word for word
Neptune Medical provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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How the pay compares
This role's midpoint is 38% above the US median for Quality Assurance roles at this level.
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Senior & Principal roles in California84 roles publishing pay
Senior & Principal roles in the US284 roles publishing pay
| Annual base pay | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| This role | $150,000 | — | $190,000 |
| California (middle half) | $118,625 | $135,000 | $158,625 |
| All US (middle half) | $103,375 | $122,750 | $137,500 |
This role: Neptune Medical's own published range. Comparisons: the base pay employers published on open Quality Assurance roles at the same level on Regulatory Jobs, October 15, 2026. Nothing is estimated.
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- Collaboration and leadership7
- GMP and compliance2
- Lab testing and methods2
- Quality systems and risk2
- Data and digital systems2
- Documentation and SOPs1
- Investigations and CAPA1
- Validation and qualification1
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Senior Operations Quality Engineer at Neptune Medical
Open until filled. $150K–$190K a year, employer provided.

