Design Verification Engineer

Cambridge Design Partnership

. Plan and develop testing programmes, participate in testing, interpret results and follow through on failures and design changes.

Posted 10/24/2026full-timeCambridge • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in testing programmes and methodologies within highly regulated industries, particularly in medical devices, while effectively managing client relationships and project delivery. Proficient in applying statistical techniques and maintaining compliance with ISO 13485 and FDA regulations.

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ISO 13485 ComplianceFDA And EU MDR RequirementsMechanical And Electrical EngineeringTest Plan DevelopmentClient Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Testing Programme DevelopmentStatistical TechniquesEquipment QualificationTest Method ValidationTest Rig DesignSystem-Level TestingRequirements DocumentationEngineering Interface ManagementPragmatic Risk-Based ApproachMethodology Standardisation

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCommunicationPresentation SkillsStakeholder ManagementAdaptability

Industry Keywords

Medical DevicesPharmaceutical DevelopmentQuality Management SystemClient EngagementProject Leadership

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan and develop testing programmes, participate in testing, interpret results and follow through on failures and design changes.
Understand product requirements, identify required standards and regulations, and incorporate them into testing programmes.
Plan and conduct testing in line with CDP processes and the QMS.
Design and develop test rigs and fixtures.
Plan and execute equipment qualification and test method validation activities using a pragmatic, risk-based approach.
Apply statistical techniques to define sample sizes and support test method validation, with complete rationales and justifications.
Maintain traceability documentation demonstrating that products meet requirements, and support design handover and transfer.
Lead and deliver client projects and programmes as Project Lead or Technical Lead.
Build trusted client relationships and act as a project-delivery point of contact.
Provide project teams with clear test plans and explain implications of technical decisions.
Explain technical options, trade-offs and recommendations to clients and colleagues.
Work with project managers and technical leads to plan testing, estimate effort, and manage dependencies and priorities.
Collaborate with suppliers and external partners on specifications, interface issues, external testing, and integration of results.
Translate ambiguous RFPs into pragmatic technical activities with clear outcomes and trade-offs.

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least five years' experience testing products in a highly regulated industry, preferably medical devices.
Experience with ISO 13485 and with FDA and EU MDR requirements.
Hands-on and practical engineering skills.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Technical strengths in mechanical and electrical engineering or mechatronics.
Practical experience defining testing requirements, developing test plans and managing interfaces between engineering disciplines.
Experience planning and carrying out system-level tests, assessing performance against requirements and documenting engineering findings.
Career experience in pharmaceutical or medical device development.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical, mechanical, mechatronic or systems engineering, or a closely related engineering or scientific discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
Experience defining and standardising methodologies or processes.
Confidence engaging with clients and stakeholders.
Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills.
Comfortable operating in environments characterised by ambiguity, change and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Comp & perks

flexible working
a discretionary bonus
excellent learning and development opportunities
a 12% non-contributory pension
private healthcare
electric vehicle lease salary sacrifice scheme
share incentive plan
33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays