The Mechanical Test Engineer is responsible for supporting new product development programs by delivering product design verification. This role requires close interaction with cross‑functional teams including design, manufacturing, quality, regulatory, and program management.

The Mechanical Test Engineer is responsible for supporting new product development programs by delivering product design verification. This role requires close interaction with cross‑functional teams including design, manufacturing, quality, regulatory, and program management.

Responsibilities

- Manage and complete design verification activities for multiple new product development programs.
- Develop a project plan for design verification based on program scope, including deliverables, timelines, and resource needs.
- Identify, ideate, and oversee the development of novel engineering test methods and fixtures.
- Oversee the development of verification plans, protocols, and reports.
- Peer‑review and provide feedback on team deliverables for technical soundness and audit‑readiness.
- Oversee technical and schedule communication with internal and external partners to efficiently manage and mitigate risks.
- Collaborate with test engineers, design engineers, and cross‑functional teams to analyze product test failures and recommend solutions.
- Provide critical updates to management.
- Develop and maintain subject matter expertise in applicable technical standards for medical device development.
- Identify and implement improvements to the verification test system through standardization, tools, and automation.
- Ensure deliverables comply with applicable regulatory standards.




- Follow quality management system and documentation practices.
- Ensure completion of tasks within the project schedule with high attention to detail.

Essential Skills

- Bachelors degree in engineering (mechanical, mechatronics, or similar); Advanced degree preferred.
- P.Eng from the EGBC preferred; ability and willingness to obtain a P.Eng license required.
- 8+ years of test/design/systems engineering experience in a product development environment, particularly within medical device R&D.;
- Strong analytical foundation using engineering principles for problem‑solving during new product development.
- Hands‑on experience developing and qualifying engineering test methods and tools.
- Hands‑on experience with developing electromechanical systems and root cause analysis.
- Experience managing and delivering design verification in a highly regulated industry.
- Experience using project planning tools and concepts.
- Experience using statistical techniques, preferably using Minitab.
- Proficient in writing concisely and accurately with meticulous attention to detail and clarity.
- Robust verbal and written communication skills suitable for a cross‑functional environment.
- Ability to work within tight deadlines with transparent communication.
- Familiarity with CAD tools and microcontrollers (e.g.,



Arduino); hands‑on experience preferred.
- Familiarity with medical device applicable technical and regulatory standards; hands‑on experience preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

- Experience with requirements management and issue tracking tools preferred.
- For applicants without an Engineer in Training or a Professional Engineer license, an alternative title will be used until a license is obtained.
- Support for job‑related professional growth and development, including reimbursements for expenses incurred in joining the EGBC.

Work Environment

The work environment involves collaboration with cross‑functional teams using advanced engineering tools and technologies. The position requires adherence to high standards of regulatory compliance and quality management systems. The role is dynamic, involving interactions with internal and external partners to manage projects efficiently.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Vancouver, BC.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $57.69/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Vancouver, BC.

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📌 Mechanical Test Engineer (Vancouver)
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