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 meaningful, career-defining work.
Reports to: Quality Manager
Workplace type: Onsite in Santa Cruz, CA
The Opportunity:
The Product Quality Engineer is responsible for providing quality engineering support to the manufacturing line, supporting testing activities, and supporting packaging validation and finished goods release for robotic devices.
What you’ll do:
Manufacturing responsibilities include:
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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 resolution, and implementing effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) to prevent recurrence.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Manufacturing and Engineering, to resolve quality issues and identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains within the manufacturing environment.
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Perform audits of manufacturing processes, including inspections, testing, and documentation, to identify areas for improvement and ensure adherence to quality standards.
Testing responsibilities include:
Packaging and Finished Goods Release responsibilities include:
Documentation and Compliance responsibilities include:
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Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation related to quality control processes, inspection results, metrology records, nonconformance reports, and corrective actions.
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Support internal and external audits, including preparation of documentation, participation in audits, and implementation of audit findings.
What you’ll need:
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In-depth knowledge of FDA regulations, ISO 13485, IEC 60601-1, and other relevant quality & safety standards for robotic medical devices.
Ways to stand out from the crowd:
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Strong communication and collaboration skills to work cross-functionally and interact with technicians, engineers, auditors, and third parties.
Why join us:
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We offer outstanding benefits with medical, dental, and vision covered at 100% for you and your family, as well as flex time off.