Test Engineer I

About the Role

KARL STORZ is seeking a Test Engineer I to support design verification and testing activities for our innovative medical devices. In this role, you will develop and execute test procedures, analyze results, troubleshoot product issues, and collaborate with engineering teams to ensure our products meet the highest standards of quality, reliability, and regulatory compliance.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer looking to gain hands-on experience in medical device testing, product development, and design verification within a collaborative engineering environment.

What You'll Do

• Develop, document, and execute design verification test procedures to evaluate product performance, quality, and reliability.
• Analyze test results, prepare technical reports, and communicate findings to engineering teams and project leads.
• Identify, investigate, and document product issues discovered during verification testing.
• Conduct engineering studies to support design improvements related to product quality, manufacturability, reliability, and regulatory compliance.
• Assist in troubleshooting product returns and field-reported issues, recommending appropriate testing to verify corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Technical Services teams to resolve technical challenges.
• Support the evaluation and selection of test equipment used for verification and quality testing.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology, or a related technical field.
• 0–2 years of experience in test engineering, design verification, product testing, or a related technical discipline. Equivalent experience may be considered.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to develop clear technical documentation, test procedures, and reports.
• Familiarity with environmental testing methods and associated test equipment.
• Knowledge of medical device quality systems and regulatory standards, including FDA 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, and ISO 9001.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across engineering teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with MATLAB, LabVIEW, or similar programming and test automation tools.
• Familiarity with automated testing, data collection, and analysis.
• Exposure to medical device design verification or regulated product development environments.

What Will Make You Successful

• A detail-oriented and analytical mindset with a passion for solving technical challenges.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage testing activities while maintaining accurate documentation.
• A collaborative approach to working with cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Curiosity and a willingness to learn new testing methodologies, technologies, and regulatory requirements.
• A commitment to product quality, continuous improvement, and delivering reliable medical technology.
• Ability to work hands-on with small components and test equipment, including lifting up to 30 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.