Test Engineer in Livingston

Overview

As a part of the Mechanical R&D team for upper limb prosthetics, you will be a Test Engineer responsible for the design, build and implementation of test methodologies for both development projects and existing products in the Bionic Upper Limb portfolio of a global prosthetics company.

You will provide hands-on support and expertise across functions, focusing on robust and innovative testing solutions to support product development, verify design solutions and understand long-term capability of complex electro-mechanical products.

You will be highly motivated, self-driven and able to communicate testing criteria, project progress and workload planning across departments.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Technology Managers and Project Managers to deliver departmental objectives and goals.
• Develop, implement and own testing procedures that support new product development and maintenance of existing products, with minimal oversight.
• Systematically analyze failures during testing using root cause analysis methods.
• Independently design, build, qualify and maintain test fixtures to support defined testing procedures.
• Provide informed information on development tasks to enable successful planning.
• Translate technical and functional design requirements into testing requirements to support testing procedures.
• Work with Design & Development Engineers and Manufacturing Engineers to identify product areas that require testing at modular and full-product levels.
• Maintain equipment for testing procedures, including equipment calibration management.
• Document and present testing results in a structured manner to guide Engineering Staff.
• Work to Medical Device Regulations to complete and maintain necessary paperwork for Product Verification.
• Manage your workload and communicate priorities and potential negative impacts effectively.

Qualifications

• HNC, HND, Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering.
• At least 4 years of experience as a Mechanical Test Engineer or similar role; medical sector experience is preferred.
• Expertise in both Mechanical and Electrical testing, including the ability to design and develop test equipment and processes.
• In-depth knowledge of equipment for Mechanical and Electrical testing, including data acquisition and interpretation.
• Demonstrated capability in Computer-Aided Design with a proven record of delivering test fixtures with basic control elements.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and prioritize work per defined guidelines.
• Ability to provide mechanical or electrical specifications to outside suppliers for bespoke equipment procurement.
• Comfort with hand tools and ability to plan, build and validate working systems.
• Strong technical communication skills, both written and verbal, in formal and informal settings.
• Preferred: Solid Works experience, software-driven testing equipment, basic electronics knowledge, and proven Root Cause Analysis skills.

Benefits and Working Environment

• Flat hierarchies, strong team spirit and a collegial atmosphere.
• Private Medical Insurance
• Pension contribution of 6%
• Lunch provision
• Life Insurance x4
• Employee Assistance Program
• Gym sessions per week
• Development opportunities

About the Company

Embla Medical is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit.

We are committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities.

This commitment applies to all individuals involved in the operations of Embla Medical and prohibits discrimination.

Additional Notes

Application period ends on 01 September 2026. This description reflects the role and responsibilities at the time of posting.

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