Test Technician / Test Specialist – Medical Devices

Location: Leeds, United Kingdom
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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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).
• Support the development and validation of new test methods, and contribute to the creation and revision of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Utilise computational modelling and simulation tools to support test planning, data interpretation, and product performance prediction.
• Maintain and update test documentation within the document management system.
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to ensure all testing deliverables meet project timelines and regulatory standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, driving efficiency, accuracy, and innovation in the test environment.