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Who We Are
At KLS Martin, we offer a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of a dynamic and thriving company whose products are used daily across the world to help surgical patients.
The KLS Martin Group is a worldwide leader in creating surgical solutions for the craniomaxillofacial and cardiothoracic fields. Surgical innovation is our passion, and we are constantly working with surgeons to improve surgical care for their patients. Our product portfolio includes titanium and resorbable implants for reconstruction, innovative distraction devices to stimulate bone lengthening, over 4,000 surgical instruments, and other surgical products designed specifically for CMF and cardiothoracic surgeons.
KLS Martin is an innovative leader in the treatment of CMF deformities and trauma cases. We use Individual Patient Solutions (IPS) by using our proprietary IPS products where CT scans are used to custom design implants that are created specifically for that individual patient. This technology allows our surgeons to provide the best-in-class treatment for their patients.
KLS Martin Guiding Principles
Established, Privately Held Business Group – Responsive to customers, not shareholders. KLS Martin has manufactured medical products since 1896, and we have sold our products in the United States under the KLS name since 1993. We have always been, and always will be, privately owned.
Patient Focus – We design products with the patient in mind – CMF, Thoracic & Hand
Product to Table – Integrated planning, design, manufacturing and distribution process
Educational Partner – Our primary focus for support is on education
Inventory Alliance – Inventory management is critical to patient treatment/outcome
Surgical Innovation is Our Passion – More than just a tagline
What We Offer
We provide full-time employees with a competitive benefits package, including paid parental leave
In-house training and professional development opportunities
A culture of creativity and innovation by drawing on diverse perspectives and ideas to drive surgical innovation
Job Summary
This role will primarily deal with building competency in the daily tasks of a IPS Design Quality Inspector I, with the intention of advancing to IPS Design Quality Inspector I within a reasonable amount of time, typically between one to six months. The role examines IPS engineering outputs and ensures that outputs meet requirements, via various inspection checks. The employee may be involved with developing and maintaining a controlled documentation system, outlining the interconnected relationships between various core system documents and process documents.
Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities
Learn and demonstrate the ability to inspecting final digital IPS outputs.
Learn and demonstrate the ability to understand IPS standards and requirements.
Learn and demonstrate the ability to maintain knowledge base of internal controlled documentation and the interconnected relationships between various documents.
Assure areas are kept in a clean, safe, and orderly manner.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Educational and Experience Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Prior quality inspection experience.
- Basic user of Microsoft Office applications.
- Prior experience in Quality Systems preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Adhere and support KLS Martin's quality and safety policies and procedures.
- Ability to retrieve and interpret documentation.
- Ability to work in a team setting and independently under minimum supervision.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate at all levels internally and externally.
- Knowledge of anatomy is a plus.
- Problem solving & decision making /adaptability & flexibility.
- Attention to detail
Skill Requirements
- Typing/computer keyboard
- Utilize computer software (specified above)
- Retrieve and compile information
- Maintain records/logs
- Verify data and information
- Organize and prioritize information/tasks
- Operate office equipment
- Advanced mathematical concepts (fractions, decimals, ratios, percentages, graphs)
- Verbal communication
- Written communication
- Research, analyze and interpret information
- Investigate, evaluate, recommend action
- Basic mathematical concepts (e.g. add, subtract)
- Abstract mathematical concepts (interpolation, inference, frequency, reliability, formulas, equations, statistics)
Physical Requirements
- Sitting for extended periods
- Standing for extended periods
- Extended periods viewing computer screen
- Walking
- Reading
- Speaking
- Hear/Listen
- Maintain regular, punctual attendance
- Lifting/carrying up to 20 pounds various items
- Lifting/carrying more than 20 pounds various items
- Repetitive Motions
- Pushing/Pulling
- Bending/Stooping
- Reaching/Grasping
- Writing
Hazards
- Normal office environment
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
KLS Martin is a drug-free employer
Who We Are
At KLS Martin, we offer a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of a dynamic and thriving company whose products are used daily across the world to help surgical patients.
The KLS Martin Group is a worldwide leader in creating surgical solutions for the craniomaxillofacial and cardiothoracic fields. Surgical innovation is our passion, and we are constantly working with surgeons to improve surgical care for their patients. Our product portfolio includes titanium and resorbable implants for reconstruction, innovative distraction devices to stimulate bone lengthening, over 4,000 surgical instruments, and other surgical products designed specifically for CMF and cardiothoracic surgeons.
KLS Martin is an innovative leader in the treatment of CMF deformities and trauma cases. We use Individual Patient Solutions (IPS) by using our proprietary IPS products where CT scans are used to custom design implants that are created specifically for that individual patient. This technology allows our surgeons to provide the best-in-class treatment for their patients.
KLS Martin Guiding Principles
Established, Privately Held Business Group – Responsive to customers, not shareholders. KLS Martin has manufactured medical products since 1896, and we have sold our products in the United States under the KLS name since 1993. We have always been, and always will be, privately owned.
Patient Focus – We design products with the patient in mind – CMF, Thoracic & Hand
Product to Table – Integrated planning, design, manufacturing and distribution process
Educational Partner – Our primary focus for support is on education
Inventory Alliance – Inventory management is critical to patient treatment/outcome
Surgical Innovation is Our Passion – More than just a tagline
What We Offer
We provide full-time employees with a competitive benefits package, including paid parental leave
In-house training and professional development opportunities
A culture of creativity and innovation by drawing on diverse perspectives and ideas to drive surgical innovation
Job Summary
This role will primarily deal with building competency in the daily tasks of a IPS Design Quality Inspector I, with the intention of advancing to IPS Design Quality Inspector I within a reasonable amount of time, typically between one to six months. The role examines IPS engineering outputs and ensures that outputs meet requirements, via various inspection checks. The employee may be involved with developing and maintaining a controlled documentation system, outlining the interconnected relationships between various core system documents and process documents.
Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities
Learn and demonstrate the ability to inspecting final digital IPS outputs.
Learn and demonstrate the ability to understand IPS standards and requirements.
Learn and demonstrate the ability to maintain knowledge base of internal controlled documentation and the interconnected relationships between various documents.
Assure areas are kept in a clean, safe, and orderly manner.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Educational and Experience Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Prior quality inspection experience.
- Basic user of Microsoft Office applications.
- Prior experience in Quality Systems preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Adhere and support KLS Martin's quality and safety policies and procedures.
- Ability to retrieve and interpret documentation.
- Ability to work in a team setting and independently under minimum supervision.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate at all levels internally and externally.
- Knowledge of anatomy is a plus.
- Problem solving & decision making /adaptability & flexibility.
- Attention to detail
Skill Requirements
- Typing/computer keyboard
- Utilize computer software (specified above)
- Retrieve and compile information
- Maintain records/logs
- Verify data and information
- Organize and prioritize information/tasks
- Operate office equipment
- Advanced mathematical concepts (fractions, decimals, ratios, percentages, graphs)
- Verbal communication
- Written communication
- Research, analyze and interpret information
- Investigate, evaluate, recommend action
- Basic mathematical concepts (e.g. add, subtract)
- Abstract mathematical concepts (interpolation, inference, frequency, reliability, formulas, equations, statistics)
Physical Requirements
- Sitting for extended periods
- Standing for extended periods
- Extended periods viewing computer screen
- Walking
- Reading
- Speaking
- Hear/Listen
- Maintain regular, punctual attendance
- Lifting/carrying up to 20 pounds various items
- Lifting/carrying more than 20 pounds various items
- Repetitive Motions
- Pushing/Pulling
- Bending/Stooping
- Reaching/Grasping
- Writing
Hazards
- Normal office environment
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
KLS Martin is a drug-free employer
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Who's Hiring
- Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences23
- Meta10
- CooperSurgical8
- Stryker6
- Boston Scientific6
Top Industries Hiring
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Medical Devices
- Manufacturing
- Human Resources
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in design quality engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering or a related field
- Experience with DFMEA, design verification planning, and design validation testing
- Proficiency with GD&T interpretation and engineering drawing review
- Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, IATF 16949, or ISO 13485 quality management systems
- Hands-on experience with root cause analysis tools such as 8D, 5-Why, or Fishbone
- Knowledge of first article inspection processes and measurement system analysis
Tips for Your Design Quality Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to DQE deliverables
List specific outputs you owned: DFMEAs, design verification plans, first article inspection reports, or corrective action records. Hiring managers for design quality engineer roles scan for these artifacts, not just the processes you followed.
Lead with your quality standard experience
Call out the standards you've worked under, ISO 9001, AS9100, IATF 16949, or ISO 13485, in your resume headline and skills section. Recruiters filter by these when sourcing design quality engineer candidates for regulated industries.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists design quality engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target job postings by product lifecycle stage
Some employers need a design quality engineer heaviest in NPI and design reviews, others focus on sustaining engineering and field failures. Read postings carefully and pitch your resume toward the stage where you have the deepest evidence.
Prepare for design review simulation questions
Interviewers often walk through a hypothetical drawing or test report and ask how you'd flag a nonconformance or escalate a design risk. Practice narrating your decision logic out loud, not just the outcome you reached.
Negotiate by citing scope of product impact
When discussing offers, anchor your value to the revenue, unit volume, or regulatory classification of the products you've supported. A design quality engineer who has cleared Class II medical devices or flight-critical parts commands a different conversation than one without that exposure.
Design Quality Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most design quality engineers?
The most active employers for design quality engineers right now are Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences, Meta, and CooperSurgical, and the most openings are in Massachusetts, California, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially strong in medical device and aerospace manufacturing clusters.
How many design quality engineer jobs are remote?
About 69% of design quality engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles in this field. Sub-specializations closest to documentation, supplier quality systems, and design review facilitation tend to offer the most location flexibility compared to roles that require lab or production floor access.
How do you become a design quality engineer?
Start with an engineering degree in a relevant discipline, then build hands-on exposure to quality systems and design controls through internships or early roles in manufacturing or product development. Earn familiarity with FMEA, GD&T, and at least one quality standard relevant to your target industry. Progress by owning increasingly complex design verification or corrective action work, and pursue a certification such as ASQ CQE to validate your expertise.
Can you get hired as a design quality engineer without direct experience?
Yes, employers do hire candidates with adjacent backgrounds in test engineering, manufacturing quality, or product development when direct design quality experience is limited. Strengthen your candidacy by highlighting any exposure to DFMEAs, design reviews, or inspection planning from academic projects or previous roles. Targeting smaller companies or contract manufacturers building out their quality function gives you more room to grow into the title.
What does the design quality engineer interview process look like?
Most processes run three to four rounds. An initial recruiter screen is followed by a technical interview where you walk through past FMEA or verification work in detail. A hiring manager round typically includes scenario questions around design nonconformances or risk escalation decisions. Some employers add a panel with cross-functional partners from R&D or regulatory, particularly in medical device and aerospace companies.
Where can I find and apply to design quality engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to design quality engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and target industry, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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