Test Engineer

As a part of the Mechanical R&D team for upper limb prosthetics, you will be a Test Engineer responsible for the design, build and implementation of test methodologies for both development projects and existing products in the Bionic Upper Limb portfolio of a global prosthetics company.

You will play an integral part in the overall Development team, providing hands on support, knowledge, expertise across all functions with a focus on developing robust and innovative testing solutions to support ongoing product development, to verify design solutions and to better understand the long‑term capability of complex electro‑mechanical products.

You will be highly motivated, self‑driven and communicate effectively cross‑departmentally around testing criteria, project progress and planning of your workload.

• To effectively liaise with Technology Managers and Project Managers to deliver on departmental objectives and goals.
• To develop, implement and take ownership of testing procedures which support the development of new products and the maintenance of existing ones. This is to be undertaken with minimal oversight.
• To undertake systematic analysis of failures which occur during testing, utilising a variety of Root Cause Analysis methods.
• To independently design, build, qualify and maintain test fixtures to support the performance of defined testing procedures.
• To provide informed and accurate information on development tasks that enables successful planning.
• To translate technical and functional design requirements into testing requirements to support the development of testing procedures.
• To work collaboratively with Design & Development Engineers, along with Manufacturing Engineers, to identify product areas that require testing, both on a modular and full product level.
• To maintain the equipment required for testing procedures, to include the management of Equipment Calibration.
• To document and present the results of testing performed in a structured manner such that guidance can be provided to Engineering Staff.
• Working to the Medical Device Regulations, to complete and maintain the paperwork necessary to comply with the process, especially in the area of Product Verification.
• Managing your own workload, identifying day to day priorities by assessing departmental goals and effective communication of negative impacts.

• HNC, HND, Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering
• At least 4 years of experience as a Mechanical test engineer or a similar position;
  Experience in the medical sector is preferred.
• Expertise with both Mechanical and Electrical testing – including displayed ability to design and develop test equipment and processes
• In depth knowledge and understanding of equipment required to perform Mechanical and Electrical testing – including data acquisition and interpretation.
• Demonstrable capability in Computer Aided Design with proven record of delivering test fixtures with basic control elements.
• Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently, and to prioritize work according to defined guidelines.
• Capability to provide mechanical or electrical specifications to outside suppliers for the procurement of bespoke equipment
• Is comfortable in working with hand tools and able to plan, build and validate working systems.
• High quality technical communication skills, both written and verbal and in both formal and informal settings

Preferred skills include experience with Solid Works, software‑driven testing equipment, basic electronics knowledge, and proven analytical Root Cause Analysis skills. You are a team player with a creative and innovative approach to problem‑solving, adaptable, resourceful, and possess strong emotional intelligence.

Our flat hierarchies, strong team spirit and a very collegial atmosphere reflect our Icelandic roots.

• Private Medical Insurance
• Pension contribution of 6%
• Lunch provision
• Life Insurance x4
• Employee Assistance program
• Gym session per week
• Development opportunities

Application period ends on 01st September 2026

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