Design Verification Test Engineer

Summary

The Verification Engineer (Test Engineer I) design and executes verification activities for Karl Storz Imaging devices and systems, including the design and implementation of test infrastructure to assess image quality, as well as optical, mechanical, and electrical requirements.

Responsibilities include creating and executing thorough verification procedures, documenting results in technical reports for engineering review. Other duties consistent with the general nature and focus of the job and/or the goals and objectives of the department may be assigned.

2 positions: 40 hrs/week, 100% on-site in Goleta, CA for 6 months;
Mon-Thurs, 7am-6pm with a 60 min meal break

Candidates can expect up to 2 interviews; first is 1:1 wth the HM, 30min, 2nd tbd

• 70% hands‑on testing, 30% documentation
• Many tests are already planned & assigned; communicating w/ systems
  * engineering for modified or new requirements to be defined, tested & documented
• Collaborating w/ team on execution/automation of test procedures, and the documentation of results;
• Constant communication w/ test lab,

• Very technical person w/ excellent communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Fast & skilled at programming;
• Someone who thrives with structure;
• Someone with a positive mindset and is good at building relationships
• Any experience in medical or imaging instruments is a big plus
• The HM would accept someone w/ a lot more experience if they are within the budget
• Open to experience in any highly regulated industry

*** Standouts will have testing experience, technical knowledge, and skill with programming languages (C++, Mat Lab, Lab View)

Red Flag: lack of testing experience, lack of engagement, low quality professionalism

Design Verification Functions

• Design test procedures for the purposes of design verification.
• Execute released test procedures written by self and others to perform design verification of KS devices and systems.
• Collect, analyze, and display test results in a usable manner.
• Document and track issues found during verification activities.
• Frequent communication with design verification peers regarding status and schedules.

Attendance

• Regular attendance is an essential job function.

Minimum Knowledge, Education and Skill Requirements

Required:

Minimum years of relevant work experience:

• 0-3 years of experience in Design and Systems Verification.

Minimum hard skill requirements:

• Computer and application proficiency
• English business fluent.

Minimum soft skill requirements:

• Must have strong analytical skills and good technical report writing skills.
• Must have good interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to develop and maintain productive and trustful relationships with stakeholders.
• Maintain and show a positive mindset.
• Fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Good time management.
• High productivity.

Preferred:

Preferred years of relevant work experience:

• 3+ years of experience in Systems Verification in a challenging product development environment.

Preferred hard skills requirements:

• Knowledge of a highly regulated industry quality system regulations and standards.
• Experience in Systems Verification.
• Experience with verifying complex devices and systems.
• Experience in Test Procedures and Requirements, including processes and tools (e.g. DOORS, PTC, Polarion, etc.).
• Experience in development processes (V-model, Agile, Lean).
• Familiarity with high level programming language/software such as MATLAB, Lab View, or similar to assist in developing automated testing and data collection.

III. Essential Function

Must be able to maintain productive working relationships and treat fellow employees with respect.

Mental requirements/Emotional Demands:

• Ability to adapt and demonstrate flexibility in dealing with changing priorities and work situations.
• Mental concentration for long periods to perform technical work and problem-solving.
• Needs high resilience.

Interpersonal and communication skills:

• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must have good organizational skills and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate in individual and group settings.
• High level of engagement and integrity.
• Must have cross-cultural communication skills.

IV. Core Requirements

Degree of accountability:

• Moderate to high degree of accountability.

Degree of decision making:

• Applies established procedures for test definition, automation and execution, as well as escalating issues when needed.

Safety:

• Compliance with every Company policies for occupational health and safety to prevent accidents.
• Supports site safety officer.

Quality:

• Compliance with Company policies, SOPs, instructions and relevant work regulations.

• BS Electrical Engineering, BS Electrical and Computer Science or equivalent. Masters degree in an Engineering Discipline or similar.