Medical Device Assessor

In the Products business unit at TÜV Rheinland, we are looking for talents who want to stand with us at the forefront of safety, quality, and innovation. Our goal is to make products safe and compliant with standards in international markets – from consumer goods to highly complex medical devices. In doing so, we support companies in complying with national and international standards. Our focus is on the challenges of digitalization, sustainability, and global trade requirements.

Whether smart technologies, sustainable materials, or the safety of connected products – we actively shape the future of product safety.

Our Core Areas:

• Softlines: Testing, inspection, and certification services for textiles, clothing, footwear, leather goods, and other consumer products.
• Hardlines: Safety and quality testing for household goods, toys, furniture, sports equipment, tools, and DIY products.
• Electrical: Testing and certification of electrical and electronic products, from household appliances to industrial control systems.
• Solar & Commercial: Quality assurance and certification of photovoltaic modules, inverters, and commercial technical installations.
• Medical: Comprehensive testing and certification for medical devices, from diagnostic equipment to implants.

Join a Strong Team! At TÜV Rheinland, you can contribute and expand your expertise in an international environment. We offer a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation, embracing diversity and continuous learning. Together, we shape a future where safety and quality go hand in hand.

Job Summary

We are looking for a Medical Device Assessor / Auditor with a background in medical device designing manufacturing, or quality control. Candidates must have at least 4 years’ professional experience in one or more of these areas, of which at least 2 years must be directly related to the design, manufacture, testing, quality control, or use of the medical device or technology being assessed.

Job Description

• Planning and conducting audits at client sites.
• Preparing comprehensive post-audit documentation and reports.
• Maintaining and developing professional qualifications and certifications.
• Acting as Product Specialist, reviewing clients’ technical documentation for medical devices in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements, standards, and internal procedures.
• Building and maintaining positive, long-term relationships with clients.
• Contributing to the development of new services and participating in strategic growth projects.
• Perform detailed assessments of Quality Management Systems to ensure full compliance with ISO 13485 requirements.
• Identify and document non-conformities while providing clear, evidence-based feedback to clients.
• Act as a subject matter expert during the audit process, ensuring all regulatory requirements for medical devices are met.

What we expect of you?

• Higher education degree in IT, Biomedical Engineering, Biomechanics, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Automation, or a related technical/scientific field.
• At least 4 years of professional experience gained in the medical device industry, particularly in the design, manufacture, testing, quality control, or use of medical devices or related technologies.
• Practical understanding of medical device development, production, testing, quality control, or clinical/user application.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems for medical devices, particularly ISO 13485:2016, is desirable.
• Familiarity with applicable medical device regulations, including UK MDR, UK IVDD, EU MDR and EU IVDR, is desirable but can be further developed internally.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build professional relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Willingness to travel frequently, including international business trips.

What we can offer you?

• Hybrid work model and flexible working hours.
• Annual bonus subject to company and individual performance.
• A package of benefits: private medical care, group life insurance, workplace pension scheme, employee discounts, Salary sacrifice options.
• Well-being Support.
• Work in a friendly, diverse and high-qualified team with positive and cooperative working atmosphere.
• International environment and daily usage of foreign languages.
• Real development opportunities.
• Direct communication and no formal dress code.
• Employee referral program.