<div>Our mission is to detect cancer early, when it can be cured. We are working to change the trajectory of cancer mortality and bring stakeholders together to adopt innovative, safe, and effective technologies that can transform cancer care.</div> <div>We are a healthcare company, pioneering new technologies to advance early cancer detection. We have built a multi-disciplinary organization of scientists, engineers, and physicians and we are using the power of next-generation sequencing (NGS), population-scale clinical studies, and state-of-the-art computer science and data science to overcome one of medicine’s greatest challenges.</div> <div>GRAIL is headquartered in the bay area of California, with locations in Washington, D. C., North Carolina, and the United Kingdom. It is supported by leading global investors and pharmaceutical, technology, and healthcare companies.</div> <div>For more information, please visit <a href="https://grail.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://grail.com</a></div> <div> <p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">The Quality Product Engineer 2 contributes to ensuring products, components, and materials meet established quality standards and regulatory requirements by performing engineering analyses, supporting quality investigations, and developing elements of quality plans, qualification and inspection criteria. This role applies foundational engineering knowledge with growing independence, supporting operations, evaluating nonconformances, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to maintain effective quality processes aligned with defined quality assurance methods and organizational standards.</p> <p>This role is based at our Durham, North Carolina, office and offers a flexible working arrangement. It offers a flexible work arrangement, with the ability to work from GRAIL’s office or from home. Our current flexible work arrangement policy requires that a minimum of 60%, or 24 hours, of your total work week be on-site. Your specific schedule, determined in collaboration with your manager, will align with team and business needs and could exceed the 60% requirement for the site.</p> </p></div> <div> <strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p> <div class="posting-requirements plain-list" data-qa="posting-requirements"> <div> <div> <ul data-pm-slice="3 3 []"> <li> <p>Leads engineering analyses of inspection and production data to assess product performance, identify quality issues, and recommend actions within defined procedures.</p> </li> <li> <p>Conducts quality investigations, including root cause analysis, documentation, and assisting in the development and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.</p> </li> <li> <p>Develops or updates qualification and inspection criteria, quality procedures, and documentation in alignment with established quality assurance standards and engineering requirements.</p> </li> <li> <p>Collaborates with technicians and cross-functional partners to ensure inspection activities and product evaluations align with specifications, drawings, and quality expectations.</p> </li> <li> <p>Evaluates nonconforming materials by reviewing defect information, assessing potential impact, and coordinating disposition activities with quality or engineering personnel.</p> </li> <li> <p>Responsible for supplier quality activities by reviewing incoming inspection results, documenting issues, and supporting supplier corrective action processes.</p> </li> <li> <p>Prepares technical reports, data summaries, and quality records to support audits, internal reviews, and ongoing compliance with company methods and regulatory requirements.</p> </li> <li> <p>Makes decisions for quality planning and continuous improvement efforts by identifying trends, providing input on process enhancements, and applying quality tools and analytical methods.</p> </li> <li> <p>May participate in internal, external or supplier audit activities.</p> </li> <li>These responsibilities summarize the role’s primary responsibilities and are not an exhaustive list. They may change at the company’s discretion.</li> </ul></div> </div> </div> </div> <div> <strong>Required Qualifications:</strong></p> <div class="posting-requirements plain-list" data-qa="posting-requirements"> <div> <div> <ul data-pm-slice="3 1 []"> <li> <p>Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related technical discipline.</p> </li> <li> <p>2–5 years of relevant quality, manufacturing, or engineering experience; Master’s degree with 0–2 years of experience acceptable.</p> </li> <li> <p>Demonstrated level of knowledge regarding applicable regulatory standards commensurate with the position’s complexity and scope, contributing to organizational regulatory compliance. Minimal applicable standards for this position include: </p> <ul> <li> <p>GMP quality management systems (e.g. ISO 13485)</p> </li> <li> <p>Risk assessment frameworks (e.g. ISO 14971)</p> </li> <li> <p>Clinical laboratory regulations (e.g. CAP, CLIA, NYSDOH, ISO 15189)</p> </li> <li> <p>Operations within the regulated medical device environment (e.g. IVDD, IVDR, FDA 21 CFR 800 series, FDA 21 CFR Part 11)</p> </li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul data-pm-slice="3 3 []"> <li> <p>Solid knowledge of quality engineering principles, standards, and regulatory requirements.</p> </li> <li> <p>Proficiency in root cause analysis, CAPA, and data-driven problem solving.</p> </li> <li> <p>Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T.</p> </li> <li> <p>Familiarity with quality management systems (QMS) and regulatory compliance frameworks (ISO, GMP, FDA, etc.).</p> </li> <li> <p>Strong communication and technical writing skills.</p> </li> </ul></div> </div> </div> </div> <div> <strong>Preferred Qualifications:</strong></p> <div class="posting-requirements plain-list" data-qa="posting-requirements"> <div> <div> <ul data-pm-slice="3 1 []"> <li> <p>Effective project and time management abilities.</p> </li> <li> <p>Skilled in the use of statistical analysis and quality tools (SPC, Minitab, or similar).</p> </li> <li> <p>Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.</p> </li> </ul> </p></div> </div> </div> </div> <div> <strong>Physical Demands and Work Environment</strong></p> <div class="posting-requirements plain-list" data-qa="posting-requirements"> <div> <div> <ul data-pm-slice="3 3 []"> <li> <p>Work is performed in office, laboratory, and manufacturing environments.</p> </li> <li> <p>Regular interaction with production floor operations for quality reviews and troubleshooting.</p> </li> <li> <p>Use of precision measurement and inspection equipment as needed.</p> </li> <li> <p>Potential exposure to manufacturing noise, equipment, and regulated materials.</p> </li> <li> <p>PPE required when performing inspections or working in controlled environments.</p> </li> <li> <p>Standard business schedule with occasional overtime or travel to supplier sites or customer locations.</p> </li> </ul></div> </div> </div> </div> <div>The expected, full-time, annual base pay scale for this position is $82,000 – $102,000 . Actual base pay will consider skills, experience, and location.</div> <div>This role may be eligible for other forms of compensation, including an annual bonus and/or incentives, subject to the terms of the applicable plans and Company discretion. This range reflects a good-faith estimate of the range that the Company reasonably expects to pay for the position upon hire; the actual compensation offered may vary depending on factors such as the candidate’s qualifications. Employees in this role are also eligible for GRAIL’s comprehensive and competitive benefits package, offered in accordance with our applicable plans and policies. This package currently includes flexible time-off or vacation; a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match; medical, dental, and vision coverage; and carefully selected mindfulness programs.</div> <div>GRAIL is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a workplace where every individual can thrive, contribute, and grow. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, , or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Additionally, GRAIL will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with applicable law and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact us at <a href="mailto:rc@grailbio.com">rc@grailbio.com</a> if you require an accommodation to apply for an open position.</div> <div>GRAIL maintains a drug-free workplace. We welcome job-seekers from all backgrounds to join us!</div>