Junior Test Engineer (m/f/d)

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Business Unit Overview:

This position is part of Novanta Medical GmbH business unit. Specialized in the field of Minimally Invasive Medicine, WOM develops devices and accessories so that doctors can operate with small cuts. We produce Cameras, Insufflators, Medical Pumps, and tubing that makes diagnosis and treatment easier for everyone. Our insufflators and pump systems dilate cavities in the body and turn previously complicated surgeries into minor procedures. Together with customers, doctors, and technical experts, our teams continuously search for new ways to innovate.

Job Summary:

As a Junior Test and Verification Engineer, you will support the testing and verification of the quality and compliance of medical devices and tubing sets. Working closely with experienced engineers, your role involves preparing and executing test cases and test runs, building and validating test stations, documenting results, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in a regulated medical device environment while contributing to product quality, safety, and adherence to industry standards.

We are looking for a motivated Junior Test and Verification Engineer to join our team and grow into a key contributor to the reliability and effectiveness of our medical devices.

Primary Responsibilities

Support the Test Strategy: Contribute to the implementation of a cross-device, unified test strategy in line with the guidelines of the architecture group, while learning the team’s testing processes and methods.

• Develop and Execute Test Specifications for System Tests: Prepare test specifications for system tests under the guidance of experienced engineers, review the testability of the designed test cases and procedures for both software and hardware systems, align them with product requirements, and execute them according to the test plan.
• Execute and Document System and Component Tests: Carry out and document system and component tests (Level 2 and Level 3) according to the test plan, recording results accurately and completely.
• Prototype and Functional Sample Support: Participate in the building of functional samples and prototypes, conduct tests to validate design concepts, and provide feedback to the engineering team.
• Documentation Control: Maintain and control documents related to testing procedures, protocols, and reports to ensure version control and traceability.
• Conduct Functional, Performance, and Regression Testing: Perform various types of testing, including functional, performance, and regression testing, to ensure that the system meets specified requirements and quality standards.
• Utilize Testing Equipment and Tools: Use the required testing equipment and tools to conduct tests and accurately interpret test results.
• Identify, Document, and Track Defects and Issues: Identify, document, and track defects and issues discovered during testing, providing detailed records for resolution and supporting root cause analysis.
• Build Device and Component Test Stations: Support the development of device and component test stations for medical production and development, including creating hardware and sof