Protolabs
digital manufacturing
QualitySystemsEngineer
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“Quality Systems Engineer at Protolabs. Skills: Quality Management System (QMS), ISO 9001, ISO 13485, AS9100, CAPA processes, Root cause analysis, Audit Management, Compliance. Manage, maintain, and improve the company’s QMS in alignment with ISO 9001, ISO 13485, AS9100, and internal procedures. Identify gaps or conflicts between SOPs, work instructions, and regulatory requirements—then drive resolution”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure compliance with global standards; Embed quality into day-to-day operations; Drive resolution of identified gaps or conflicts; Enable scalability during rapid business growth; Drive sustainable solutions; Ensure timely closure of audit findings; Assess QMS effectiveness and recommend improvements; Drive continuous improvement initiatives
Industry & Context.
analytical and problem-solving skills; Conduct root cause analysis using structured methodologies; problem-solving quality culture
Occasional travel (audit-related; primarily local), U. S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status., Individuals with temporary visas (e.g. E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, TN or OPT) are not eligible for hire in this role., Regularly required to use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse, telephone and reach with hands, and arms, talk, see and hear., Occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop or kneel, Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds., May be exposed to machinery and eye protection occasionally required., Occasionally works in outside weather conditions., Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places, Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration., The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or related field or equivalent experience, 7–10+ years of experience working within a Quality Management System, Hands-on experience with: ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and/or AS9100, CAPA processes and root cause analysis, Internal or external audits, analytical and problem-solving skills, Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, communication skills and cross-functional collaboration experience, Self-starter with a proactive, ownership mindset, Comfortable working in ambiguity and driving structure where needed, systems thinker who can connect process, compliance, and business impact, Confident communicator who can influence across teams
Nice to Have
ASQ Certification (e.g., CQE, Certified Auditor), Experience in manufacturing or regulated industries, Experience developing QMS metrics and performing trend analysis, Experience scaling or improving quality systems in a growing organization
What You'll Do.
and improve the company’s QMS in alignment with ISO 9001
and internal procedures
Identify gaps or conflicts between SOPs
and regulatory requirements—then drive resolution
Support and enhance QMS processes to enable scalability during rapid business growth
Lead and manage corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) from investigation through effectiveness verification
Conduct root cause analysis using structured methodologies (e.g.
and follow-up of internal
Prepare documentation
coordinate audit activities
and ensure timely closure of findings
and analyze quality metrics (e.g.
Use data and trend analysis to assess QMS effectiveness and recommend improvements
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across processes and systems
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner cross-functionally to resolve quality issues and drive sustainable solutions; Work closely with internal stakeholders to support quality initiatives and resolve issues; Partner with Quality team members and broader engineering/manufacturing teams; Contribute to building a proactive, problem-solving quality culture
Communication Scope
communication skills; cross-functional collaboration experience; Confident communicator who can influence across teams
Process & Methodology
Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, Drive continuous improvement initiatives
Full Job Description
## Description Be yourself at Protolabs Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace. So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply! You can help make our company even better. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself. We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams. Why Protolabs? We are the leaders in digital manufacturing. We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit. Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds. We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do. It’s our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home. Join our team as a Quality Systems Engineer! This is a fixed hybrid role (onsite Tuesday-Thursyday & remote Mon/Fri) based in one of our Minnesota locations: Plymouth, Rosemount, or Maple Plain. Protolabs is seeking a Quality Systems Engineer to help build, scale, and continuously improve our Quality Management System (QMS) as we grow our leadership in digital manufacturing. This is a high-impact opportunity for an experienced quality professional who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and is excited to drive process improvement, support audits, and strengthen quality systems at scale. You’ll play a key role in ensuring compliance with global standards while partnering across the business to embed quality into day-to-day operations. ## What you Will Do Quality Management System (Core
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