Test Engineer - Defined Term

With a passion for life

Join our diverse teams of passionate people and a career that allows you to develop both personally and professionally. At Getinge we exist to make life-saving technology accessible for more people. To make a true difference for our customers – and to save more lives, we need team players, forward thinkers, and game changers.

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Job Overview

The Test Engineer is a lead contributor in the development and execution of test methodologies and plans for both software and hardware components of medical devices. This includes:

• Verification: Ensuring the product meets design specifications.
• Validation: Confirming the product fulfills its intended use in real-world scenarios.

The role also involves leading test technicians, managing test fixtures, and producing detailed documentation such as protocols and reports.

Job Responsibilities and Essential Duties

• Test Execution & Oversight
  • Lead and mentor technicians in executing test protocols.
  • Perform system-level, integration, and regression testing.
  • Use automated and manual test methods for both hardware and software.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Work closely with R&D, regulatory, and quality teams.
  • Participate in design reviews and risk assessments.
  • Provide feedback to improve product design and usability.
• Fixture & Environment Management
  • Design and validate test fixtures.
  • Set up and maintain test environments for system and subsystem testing.
• Test Planning & Strategy
  • Develop and document test strategies, protocols, and plans.
  • Align test coverage with system requirements and risk assessments.
  • Coordinate with system architects and QA for test case reviews.

• Documentation & Compliance
  • Write and maintain traceable test reports.
  • Ensure compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, IEC 62366, and other regulatory standards
  • Support audits and regulatory submissions with validated test data.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering (Mechanical, Biomedical, or related).
• Potential for limited international travel - must have a valid passport

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience in Engineering lab environment, and lab report writing.
• Excellent written, communication and organizational skills, with keen attention to details.
• Strong interpersonal and team skills.
• Advanced proficiency: MS Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Teams

This is a “Defined Term” assignment that will last approximately 18 months or until project is complete.  Defined Term employees are eligible for most benefits (including health insurance and paid time off) while on assignment.

The pay range for this position is a minimum of $78k and a maximum of $85k per year.

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About us 

With a firm belief that every person and community should have access to the best possible care, Getinge provides hospitals and life science institutions with products and solutions aiming to improve clinical results and optimize workflows. The offering includes products and solutions for intensive care, cardiovascular procedures, operating rooms, sterile reprocessing and life science. Getinge employs over 12,000 people worldwide and the products are sold in more than 135 countries.  

Benefits at Getinge:

At Getinge, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits
• 401k plan with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness initiative & Health Assistance Resources
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability Benefits
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Benefits

Getinge is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.