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Capstan Medical

Robot type
Surgical and Medical
Location
Santa CruzCaliforniaUSA
Job type
Manufacturing
Posted
Jul 16, 2026
Full-time

Product Quality Engineer - Robot

Job description

At Capstan Medical, we’re building one of the most exciting and innovative companies in medtech—developing a first-of-its-kind robotic platform for minimally invasive heart valve treatment. Our team combines surgical robotics, catheter-based delivery, and next-generation implants to transform complex procedures into safer, lower-stress solutions for patients and clinicians alike. As a highly collaborative, hands-on team, we move fast, wear multiple hats, and believe the best ideas can come from anyone.

Based in Santa Cruz, our unique workspace blends cutting-edge Bay Area innovation with a lifestyle-driven environment near trails, beaches, and open space—creating the perfect place to do…

Job responsibilities

  • Oversee product quality during all stages of production and field service.
  • Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) regulations and internal quality management systems throughout the manufacturing process.
  • Lead and support investigations into nonconforming materials and products (NCRs), working closely with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing and Engineering, identifying root causes, ensuring timely…
  • Conduct Material Review Board and participate in materials decision making.
  • Establish, implement, and support processes for field service and rework of robotic medical devices.
  • Maintain Device History Records for robotic medical devices
  • Support creation of risk management files, including the development of Process FMEA
  • Lead and support process validation activities, including IQ/OQ/PQ (Installation Qualification/Operational Qualification/Performance Qualification), for new and existing manufacturing processes.

Job requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field. Master's degree is a plus.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing quality engineering role within the medical device industry supporting electromechanical capital devices.
  • In-depth knowledge of FDA regulations, ISO 13485, IEC 60601-1, and other relevant quality & safety standards for robotic medical devices.
  • Experience with nonconforming material investigations and implementing effective CAPAs.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

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