Hardware Verification and Validation Engineer - Nesco Resource, LLC

Job Title: Hardware Test Engineer (Contract/Hourly Position)

Location: Rochester, NY (Onsite Only)

Pay Rate: $38/hour

Job Type: Contract/Hourly Position

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform hardware verification and validation testing independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team throughout the equipment/instrument development lifecycle.
• Apply systems engineering methods for design analysis, design verification, subsystem validation, and post-launch product support.
• Plan, write, and execute test cases following quality management systems, FDA regulations, and ISO standards.
• Design new test procedures for emerging features and functionalities.
• Continuously develop knowledge and expertise in hardware test engineering.
• Participate in the execution, analysis, and reporting of subsystem and system testing activities.
• Work within an FDA/EU-regulated medical devices environment, adhering to established processes and best practices.
• Develop and execute verification and validation activities for hardware components.
• Document and track anomalies identified during testing and perform follow-up activities as necessary.
• Provide regular updates on test development and execution status to the team leader.
• Perform other related duties and projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• 1-4 years of relevant experience.
• Must be a resident of the Rochester, NY area or willing to commute daily for full-time onsite work (no remote option).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to confidently present findings.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the initiative and judgment to resolve complex issues.
• Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
• Familiarity with design and requirements engineering for medical devices.
• Understanding of applicable development processes and general laboratory equipment.
• Ability to handle human blood/serum samples and reagents for testing in a biochemical laboratory setting.
• Knowledge of tools such as Serena Business Mashups, Client (ALM) Quality Center, Aligned Elements, and Microsoft Team Foundation Server is a plus.
• Experience with Jira, Windchill, and Quality Center is an advantage.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Experience with analyzers, especially the Vitros® Systems family, is a plus.

Note: This is a contract role with no work-from-home options.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.