Test Engineer - Medical Devices (Entry/Junior Level)

Job ID: 608828

SUMMARY:

Our client, an established Medical Device company, is seeking an entry/junior level Test Engineer for their Robotic-Assisted Surgery products group. This exciting role will shall support test activities to best meet ongoing project requirements and will be a part of a R&D Test Engineering Team, interfacing with cross-functional team members.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering realm with Internship level experience (up to 4 years) within Medical Devices. See below for other details!

TOP 3 SKILLS NEEDED:

1. Analytical with strong problem-solving abilities
2. Proficient in technical writing to convey clear and concise instructions to other functional teams
3. Experience with complex, electromechanical, software controlled and/or robotic systems including mechanical, electrical, and software components

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Work in a multi-disciplinary team developing test methods for a complex, electro-mechanical system
• Plan, execute and document system and sub-system tests
• Document tests via test methods and reports
• Validate Test Methods and support test results validation reports
• File documentation, software, or drawings in depository system
• Create quality and safety related documentation to support validity of test and test fixture.
• Support test team by executing verification testing
• Support hardware and electrical engineers with test fixtures
• Train other team members on various testing activities
• Communicate test related activities and results with multi-disciplinary team members
• Developing test methods for design verification
• Designing and Analyzing test method validation(MSA, Gage R&R, etc) studies
• Investigating test failures and identifying root cause
• Analyzing test data using appropriate statistical tools
• Writing Engineering Reports as needed
• Reviewing requirements for testability
• Developing overall verification strategy against requirements
• Estimating required sample sizes or developing sample size justifications
• Writing Design Verification Protocols and Reports

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Biomedical Engineering is required.
• Internship or more years’ experience in medical device product development or equivalent is required.
• Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals and proven hands-on electronic/mechanical skills.
• One or more years’ demonstrated experience and expertise with product testing, test equipment, analysis methodologies and test documentation is preferred.
• Familiarity with standard test equipment such as Instron, imaging scopes, force gauges, data loggers, and CMM is preferred.
• Experience in testing electro-mechanical systems is a plus.

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated ability to perform as a contributing member of cross functional teams, including quality, electronic, and mechanical engineers.
• Analytical with strong problem-solving abilities and creative resolution skills
• Proficient in Microsoft office programs including Excel and Word
• Organize and be able to prioritize workload, meet multiple deadlines simultaneously in a fast paced environment
• Strong communication skills [oral and written] including listening; and ability to maintain clear project status and interlocks with internal project teams and external test agencies
• Strong interpersonal skills: function as a “team player” and work constructively and cooperatively with all team members in the best interests of the program.
• Direct involvement with Design Verification of medical devices
• Experience with complex, eletromechanical and/or software controlled and/or robotic systems including mechanical, electrical, and software components
• Proficient in technical writing to convey clear and concise instructions to other functional teams