Analysis Skills, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Calibration, Change Control, Computer Firmware, Configuration Management, Continuous Improvement, Debugging Skills, Detail Oriented, Document Management, Documentation, FDA (Food and Drug Administration), Identify Issues, Instrumentation, Medical Equipment, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Quality Assurance Methodology, Quality System Requirements (QSR), Record Keeping, Regulations, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Traceability, Verification Engineering, Writing Skills
Job Description:
The Verification Test Engineer (Contract) will support verification activities for complex instrumentation systems. This role is responsible for instrument maintenance, execution of verification protocols, and configuration management of test instruments. The position requires hands on work in the lab and close collaboration with engineering, quality, and test method development teams.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Instrument Maintenance
• Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and readiness checks on verification instruments.
• Troubleshoot instrument performance issues and coordinate repairs or replacements as needed.
• Maintain accurate logs aligned with lab and quality system requirements.
• Execute verification test protocols following approved procedures and documentationstandards.
• Record data accurately and ensure all results meet regulatory and quality requirements.
• Identify defects or deviations and collaborate with engineering for resolution.
• Support continuous improvement of test methods and procedures.
• Manage test instrument configuration, including firmware, software versions, and hardware updates.
• Maintain full traceability of configuration throughout the verification lifecycle.
• Document all configuration changes according to configuration management controls.
Education & Experience:
• Pursuing or received degree in Engineering, Science, or related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with protocol execution and troubleshooting in a lab setting.
• Strong attention to detail and understanding of regulated documentation practices.
• Experience in medical device, biotech, or FDA regulated environments.
• Familiarity with configuration management tools and controlled documentation systems.
• Experience with defect tracking systems (e.g., JIRA, Azure DevOps).
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Highly organized; able to manage multiple testing priorities
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Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences