Verification and Validation Services Engineer

Change people’s lives and love what you do! Cochlear develops world-leading medical devices that help people hear. As a top 100 medical device company and market-leader in implantable hearing devices, more people choose a Cochlear-branded cochlear implant system than any other. Our employees tell us that the number one reason they enjoy working for Cochlear is the opportunity to make a difference to people’s lives.

Job Summary

At Cochlear, we develop innovative products that combine hardware, software, and electromechanical technologies to help people hear and connect with the world around them.

As a Verification and Validation Services Engineer, you will be responsible for independently verifying and validating products and systems before they reach customers. You will design, execute, and improve test methods, analyze results, troubleshoot issues, and ensure products meet technical requirements, regulatory standards, and customer expectations. Working closely with design engineers, project managers, quality teams, and other V&V engineers, you will contribute to the successful delivery of high-quality product releases.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, execute, and maintain verification and validation activities for hardware, software, and electromechanical systems.
• Create and improve test methods, test cases, protocols, and supporting documentation.
• Conduct manual and automated testing, including protocol dry runs and formal test execution.
• Analyze test results, produce accurate reports, and provide objective evidence of product performance and compliance.
• Troubleshoot and investigate test failures, product issues, equipment problems, and system defects.
• Support root cause analysis and collaborate with cross-functional teams on corrective actions.
• Manage assigned V&V deliverables and ensure tasks are completed according to project timelines.
• Communicate testing progress, risks, and project updates to stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of V&V processes, tools, and test automation capabilities.
• Maintain testing equipment, laboratory inventory, and documentation in accordance with Quality Management System (QMS) requirements.
• Review technical documentation and support knowledge sharing across engineering teams.
• Promote a culture of quality, continuous improvement, safety, and collaboration.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related engineering discipline with software components.
• Minimum 2-4 years of experience in a professional engineering environment.
• Understanding of Verification & Validation (V&V) principles, methodologies, and testing practices.
• Experience working with systems that combine hardware, software, and electromechanical components.
• Knowledge of electrical and electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, sensors, and measurement tools.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret technical data and test results.
• Strong technical documentation, reporting, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly documentation and spreadsheet management.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with test automation and automated test frameworks.
• Programming or scripting knowledge in Python, C++, or similar languages.
• Understanding of systems engineering, requirements management, or design verification processes.
• Experience with debugging hardware-software integrated systems.
• Familiarity with automation, control systems, PLCs, robotics, or state-based programming.
• Experience identifying edge cases and managing risks within engineering projects.
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Why Join Us?

• Work on technology that positively impacts people's lives.
• Gain exposure to cutting-edge hardware, software, and electromechanical systems.
• Collaborate with global engineering and product teams.
• Be part of an organization committed to innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.

Cochlear Malaysia provides shared services to support Cochlear’s global operations. The growing team of professionals in Malaysia provides critical support in areas such as IT infrastructure and applications, development and testing, business intelligence development and support, procurement, customer service, service and repairs and returned device analysis engineering.

If you feel that you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role and take on new challenges to build your career with Cochlear, please start your application by clicking the apply button below.

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