Supplier Quality Engineer EMEA/APAC

• Albstadt ,  Germany
• Direct Hire
• €65,000 - €75,000

Description

Verification Engineer
Location: Albstadt or Isny (hybrid)

Build Technology That Matters

A leading MedTech company is shaping the future of mobility with innovative products that empower people to live more independently, whether it’s navigating stairs or simply getting around with confidence.

As a Supplier Quality Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring that every component sourced from suppliers meets the highest standards of quality and compliance so the devices people rely on are safe, reliable, and ready for everyday life.

Benefits:

• Culture & cooperation
  Work with a collaborative team that values clarity, craftsmanship, and care

• Work-life balance
  30 vacation days + extra time off for personal milestones and flexible hours with up to 2 days home office per week

• Additional benefits
  E-bike leasing, wellness perks & in-house health services

• Professional development opportunities
  Ongoing learning via internal academy and external training

Tasks:
This position acts as the link between suppliers and the internal quality system, ensuring that components and processes are audit-ready and compliant with international standards.

Responsibilities include:

• Selecting, approving, and evaluating suppliers for new and existing products.
• Defining and monitoring supplier quality plans, KPIs, and improvement measures.
• Conducting supplier audits and ensuring compliance with ISO 13485 and regulatory requirements.
• Managing supplier-related risks, change notifications, and corrective/preventive actions.
• Coordinating with cross-regional teams to ensure smooth product releases and ongoing quality improvements.
• Ensuring supplier documentation is accurate, accessible, and audit-ready.

Your Profile:

• Degree in engineering, natural sciences, or related field.
• Experience in quality assurance and supplier quality, ideally in the medical device industry.

• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, Lean methods, and quality tools (e.g. FMEA, audits, 8D problem solving).
• Knowledge of ERP systems (QAD is a plus)

• Strong analytical and communication skills
• A hands-on mindset, proactive problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively in a global matrix environment.
• Fluency in German and English.

Bonus if you also have:

• Background in machining, plastics, or electronics.
• Familiarity with REACH/RoHS and conflict minerals compliance.

For more information, please contact Vivien Urban:
vivien.urban@adaptivelifescience.com
+49 30 16639819

Who Are Adaptive Life Science?
Here at Adaptive Life Science, we provide specialised recruitment services to the Life Science sector, covering the Medical Device, Diagnostic, and Biotech industries globally.

We are connected with the most innovative medical companies in the world, and are ready to support your career development with them.

Why Apply With Us?
Our services are 100% free to candidates, and our focus is helping you find your dream job that aligns with your career goals, technical skill set, and culture fit. We offer a range of services, including:

• Expert advice on your CV and cover letter
• Guidance on salary expectations
• Personalized interview preparation
• Connections to exclusive job opportunities
• Assistance in negotiating the best possible offers
• 50% of the CVs we send to clients are accepted
• Accepted or declined, either way we will provide you with feedback

We believe in being your trusted advisor throughout your job search. We will take the stress out of the process by working around your schedule, and with your needs.

Who Do Adaptive Work With?
We offer a wide portfolio of over 150+ Life Science companies, from start-ups with impressive funding and innovative product development, mid-sized companies investing in R&D, all the way to market leaders with significant global presence.

If you are interested in this role, please apply with your CV or contact Vivien Urban for further details on this opportunity and additional vacancies in the medical device, biotech, and diagnostics industry.