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Test Validation Engineer

Eliassen Group
San Diego, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 6/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/19/2026
Description

Onsite in San Diego, CA

Our client seeks a Test Validation Engineer to lead software verification and validation for regulated medical device manufacturing systems. The role focuses on translating user needs into testable requirements, authoring protocols, executing system-level testing, and producing compliant V&V documentation. Experience with 21 CFR Part 820, measurement systems analysis using JMP, and LabVIEW in NI-based test environments will support success. The engagement is remote-first with limited onsite time for system learning and collaboration.

Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $52.00 to $62.00/hr. w2

Responsibilities

  • Generate user requirements for systems containing software, hardware, firmware, and peopleware.
  • Develop test plans and protocols to verify user and software requirements.
  • Execute system-level testing and document objective evidence.
  • Author software V&V reports including anomaly and deviation rationale.
  • Drive release activities through the product lifecycle management system.
  • Support release of ancillary documentation such as engineering studies and lab-book reports.
  • Participate in cross-functional meetings and technical reviews.
  • Partner with software developers and system designers across the SDLC.
  • Apply basic statistics for measurement systems analysis, sampling, SPC, DOE using JMP.
  • Perform limited white-box testing and debugging when applicable.

Experience Requirements

  • 5 years of software verification and validation experience.
  • Medical device domain experience with 21 CFR Part 820 compliance.
  • Measurement Systems Analysis proficiency, including gage R&R, sampling strategies, SPC, DOE using JMP.
  • Knowledge of LabVIEW and NI-based test environments.
  • Ability to elicit and synthesize user, functional, and software requirements into testable specifications.
  • High attention to detail with strong written communication for defect reporting and documentation.
  • Knowledge of SDLC and GAMP 5 (preferred).
  • Background in analytical or wet chemistry (preferred).

Education Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science.

Salary : $52 - $62

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