Systems Test Engineer

Job Title: Senior Systems Test EngineerJob Description

The Senior Systems Test Engineer will support the development of medical devices through the execution of system-level verification and validation activities. This role primarily focuses on test planning, protocol development, test execution, data analysis, and documentation. Additionally, the engineer will support requirements management activities, including requirements review, traceability, and verification planning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute verification and validation test protocols for medical device systems.

• Document test results and generate verification and validation reports.

• Support development and review of system requirements to ensure completeness, clarity, and testability.

• Maintain requirements traceability and verification records.

• Support risk management and verification activities associated with product requirements.

• Perform root cause investigation and troubleshooting of test failures.

• Collaborate with systems, software, electrical, mechanical, quality, and regulatory team members.

• Participate in design reviews and product development activities.

• Ensure work is completed in compliance with applicable quality system and regulatory standards.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, preferably Systems, Biomedical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering.

• 5+ years of engineering experience.

• Experience developing and executing verification and validation protocols.

• Experience with requirements management and traceability.

• Familiarity with requirements management tools.

• Working knowledge of systems engineering principles and product development processes.

• Strong technical writing, documentation, and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Engineering (Biomedical, Electrical, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering) or another scientific discipline.

• 5+ years of research and development experience.

• 3+ years in new product development in a system engineering role.

• Experience supporting requirements development, verification planning, and traceability throughout the product lifecycle.

• Experience with risk management and systems engineering processes.

Work Environment

The work environment is focused on engineering activities related to medical device development. The position involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, including systems, software, electrical, mechanical, quality, and regulatory. The role requires adherence to quality systems and regulatory standards, ensuring high standards of compliance and performance.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Eden Prairie, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $68.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Eden Prairie,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 2026.

About Actalent

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