Job Title: Test Engineer - Sustaining Team

Job Description

We are looking to build a Sustaining/Continuation Software Team. This team will support existing products in the field for any issues that arise and handle general continuation engineering responsibilities. The test engineers will test the PC style software that runs complex medical capital equipment in an operating room. These systems integrate off-the-shelf imaging software with custom software that controls the therapy delivery device and the positioning system. This team will focus on the Windows C# .NET software that interfaces with other systems. The individual will partner with software developers and other test engineers to determine the root cause of issues and create corrective actions. They will be responsible for finding evidence of what is causing the issues.

Responsibilities

• Support existing products in the field for any issues that arise.
• Test the PC style software that runs complex medical capital equipment in an operating room.
• Integrate off-the-shelf imaging software with custom software that controls the therapy delivery device and the positioning system.
• Focus on the Windows C# .NET software that interfaces with other systems.
• Partner with software developers and other test engineers to determine the root cause of issues and create corrective actions.
• Find evidence of what is causing the issues.
• Define, develop, document, troubleshoot, and execute complex test cases including edge cases, negative test cases, and error injection.
• Conduct testing at different levels of due diligence including smoke test, dry run, and formal verification and validation.
• Perform black box testing and have experience in white box testing.
• Conduct regression analysis and regression testing.
• Run manual test cases and develop automated test cases using simulators for software testing.
• Investigate software anomalies (bugs) and generate evidence for root-cause analysis.
• Implement a risk-based approach to software testing and evaluate software risks.
• Work with multi-functional teams including developers, product development, and risk management.

Essential Skills

• Medical device firmware/software testing experience
• Familiarity with FDA guidance pertaining to software development and V&V, and IEC or equivalent regulated business software development lifecycle standards and regulations
• Familiarity with Agile and DevOps methodologies
• Experience using tools for full integrated traceability from requirements to verification and validation (e.g., Azure DevOps, GitLab)
• Expertise in defining, developing, documenting, troubleshooting, and executing complex test cases
• Expertise in black box testing and experience in white box testing
• Experience in regression analysis and regression testing
• Experience running manual test cases
• Familiarity with developing automated test cases and using simulators for software testing
• Expertise in investigating software anomalies (bugs) and generating evidence for root-cause analysis
• Experience with a risk-based approach to software testing and elements of software risk evaluation
• Diligent, detail-oriented, independent, and good communicator
• Experience with security testing/verification
• Experience working with multi-functional teams (developers, product development, risk, etc.)

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with medical device firmware/software testing
• Familiarity with FDA guidance and IEC standards
• Knowledge of Agile and DevOps methodologies
• Proficiency with tools such as Azure DevOps and GitLab
• Ability to develop and execute complex test cases
• Competence in black box and white box testing
• Experience in regression analysis and testing
• Capability to run manual and automated test cases
• Skills in investigating and resolving software anomalies
• Risk-based approach to software testing
• Attention to detail and strong communication skills
• Security testing/verification experience
• Experience with multi-functional team collaboration

Work Environment

This work is to be performed onsite. The software sits on large complex systems, requiring both lab work and desk work in a newly constructed office space.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $120.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 14, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Salary : $45 - $120