Design Quality Engineer 1
Life is limitless at Smith+Nephew. We design and manufacture technology that pushes the boundaries of living.
Join us in Coimbra as a Design Quality Engineer 1 and shape the future of medical technology. This is your chance to grow your career in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment where innovation meets impact.
What will you be doing?
You'll work with our Quality team to develop new hardware and software products that make a real difference. You'll collaborate with senior quality engineers, help create project plans, contribute to design control and risk management activities, and ensure our products meet the highest standards. From design verification and validation to usability testing and documentation, you'll be involved in every step of the product journey. You'll also work closely with cross-functional teams and gain hands-on experience in manufacturing quality processes.
What will you need to succeed?
SUCCESS requires being curious, collaborative, and committed to quality. You'll learn from experienced professionals while contributing your own ideas and energy.
* A bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field
* 0–3 years of experience in quality engineering, ideally within the medical device industry
* Strong time management and communication skills
* A proactive approach to learning and working across teams
We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve. Inclusion and Belonging:
Committed to welcoming, celebrating, and thriving on inclusion and belonging. Learn more about our Employee Inclusion Groups on our website.
Your Future:
Generous annual bonus and pension schemes. Save As You Earn share options.
Work/Life Balance:
Flexible vacation and time off. Paid holidays and paid volunteering hours so we can give back to our communities.
Your Wellbeing:
Private health and dental plans. Healthcare cash plans. Income protection. Life assurance and much more.
Flexibility:
Hybrid working model (for most professional roles).
Training: