Test Technician / Test Specialist – Medical Devices Location: Employment Type: Full-time, On-site (with some flexibility)
Our client, a global leader in the medical device industry, is seeking a motivated Test Technician / Test Specialist to join their product testing and verification team in Leeds. This is an exciting opportunity to work hands-on with cutting-edge medical technologies, collaborating closely with experienced engineers and scientists in a highly regulated, innovative environment.
This position is ideal for professionals aiming to advance toward roles such as Product Test Engineer, Verification & Validation (V&V) Engineer, or Mechanical Test Engineer. It offers valuable exposure to product lifecycle development, ISO/FDA compliance, and computational modelling as part of the verification process.
Plan, coordinate, prepare, and execute mechanical product tests in collaboration with Senior Test Engineers.
Conduct routine and complex mechanical and functional testing activities independently, ensuring adherence to SOPs, ISO standards, and FDA/UK regulatory requirements.
Evaluate and interpret test data, prepare test protocols and reports, and maintain records within laboratory information management systems (LIMS).
Utilise computational modelling and simulation tools to support test planning, data interpretation, and product performance prediction.
Collaborate with R&D, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to ensure all testing deliverables meet project timelines and regulatory standards.
Mechanical / Laboratory Technician ) or Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related discipline.
~1–2 years of relevant experience in product testing, verification & validation (V&V), or medical device testing.
~ Hands-on experience with mechanical testing equipment, measurement tools, and data acquisition systems.
~ Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
~ Opportunity to work for a world-class medical technology company developing life-changing products.
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Professional development opportunities and hands-on training in verification, validation, and computational modelling.
Collaborative, inclusive, and innovation-driven culture with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.