Penumbra

Penumbra

Principal Quality Engineer

Roseville, CA · Principal

Sponsorship not specified$135k-$175kDetected 33 days ago
Data AnalysisData VisualizationStatisticsProcess ImprovementIntellectual PropertyFDA RegulatoryMedical DevicesLeadershipCollaborationProblem Solving

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Cap-exempt (no lottery)0
Sponsors this role90
Entry-level history0
PERM / green-card track0
Lottery odds (Level III)83
Fits your clock70

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Green-card filing pattern in this occupation

Context, not a finding about this posting: of this employer's 12 green-card filings in this occupation, 100% were for a worker who already held the job.

Green-card intent detected

Penumbra, Inc. obtained a prevailing wage determination for Information Security Analysts in Alameda, CALIFORNIA on 2026-06-22. No matching green-card filing appears in our data yet. The determination expires in 14 days (2026-09-19), and a green-card filing must follow before then or the employer starts over.

Green-card follow-through: 67%

Of 6 labor certifications old enough to have been used, 2 expired without the employer filing the next step. Median time from filing to decision: 491 days.100% of their filings were for a worker who already held the job.Only certifications past the 180-day window are counted — recent ones cannot have expired yet.

Files H-1B transfers

8 transfer filings in the last year, covering 8 workers. Median labor-condition decision: 8 days. An employer that already files transfers is one that can take over an existing H-1B.

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About the role

  • General Summary As a Principal Quality Engineer, you will serve as a technical leader driving quality improvement across Operations.
  • Penumbra, Inc., headquartered in Alameda, California, is a global healthcare company focused on innovative therapies.
  • Penumbra sells its products to hospitals and healthcare providers primarily through its direct sales organization in the United States, most of Europe, Canada, and Australia, and through distributors in select international markets.

Responsibilities

  • Lead cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing Cost of Poor Quality, improving process capability, and strengthening Critical to Quality performance across manufacturing operations.
  • Own complex NCRs and CAPAs, and participate in NCR boards
  • Develop and deploy CTQ flowdowns, ensuring alignment between product requirements, process controls, and inspection strategies.
  • Architect and optimize quality monitoring systems, including predictive analytics, statistical process control, and automated data visualization tools.
  • Lead high‑complexity problem-solving efforts using advanced statistical and scientific methods (DOE, regression modeling, multivariate analysis, reliability modeling).
  • Drive continuous improvement of inspection systems, test methods, and measurement capability, including automation, sampling optimization, and risk‑based acceptance strategies.

Requirements

  • Must be able to move between buildings and floors
  • Must be able to remain stationary and use standard office equipment for extended periods
  • Must be able to read, prepare emails, and produce documents and spreadsheets
  • Must be able to move within the office and access files or supplies as needed
  • Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information with employees at all levels
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Biomedical, Mechanical, Materials, Chemical, or related discipline preferred); advanced degree strongly preferred.

Compensation

  • $135,000 to $175,000
  • We offer a competitive compensation package plus a benefits and equity program, when applicable.
  • Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location.

Benefits

  • 7+ years of experience in Quality Engineering, Continuous Improvement, or Manufacturing Engineering within the medical device industry.

Equal opportunity

  • For additional information on Penumbra's commitment to being an equal opportunity employer, please see Penumbra's AAP Policy Statement.
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