Test Engineer II

Job Function: Research & Development

Location:
Goleta, CA, US, 93117

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Work Location (for field-based positions):
Work Flexibility: Hybrid

Pay Range: $91,000 - $118,200

Job ID: 5756

About KARL STORZ

From the operating room to surgery centers, and everywhere in between, KARL STORZ North America is a global leader in medical technology and advanced visualization solutions. We design specialty innovations, smart instruments and devices, integrated ecosystems, and intelligent imaging, to build a more connected, software-enabled operating room.

As an independent, family-owned MedTech company, we ambitiously think in generations instead of quarters to improve patients’ lives around the world.

About the Role

The Design Verification Test Engineer supports the verification and validation of KARL STORZ products to ensure they meet established quality, performance, reliability, and regulatory requirements. Working with minimal supervision, this role develops and executes design verification test plans and procedures, supports engineering troubleshooting and design investigations, and collaborates closely with cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams.

The ideal candidate brings a strong technical engineering foundation, hands-on testing experience, and the ability to clearly document and communicate test results within a regulated medical device environment.

What You’ll Do

Develop comprehensive design verification test plans and test procedures based on product requirements and specifications.

Execute verification procedures developed by yourself and other engineers, accurately documenting and reporting results.

Track, investigate, and communicate issues identified during testing to project and engineering teams.

Review product specifications to ensure requirements are comprehensive, measurable, and testable.

Partner with Project Engineers to develop and execute testing related to product quality, manufacturability, reliability, efficacy, and regulatory compliance.

Provide input into the design and development of electrical, optical, and mechanical test fixtures.

Troubleshoot product returns and field issues and recommend testing methods to verify corrective actions and design resolutions.

Support environmental testing and the evaluation of test equipment required to perform quality and verification activities.

Train other Test Engineers on verification procedures and Design Quality Assurance protocols.

Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Technical Services, vendors, and application engineers to resolve technical issues.

Perform additional related responsibilities as assigned.

What You’ll Need

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Technology, Engineering, or a related technical field with 3–5 years of technical/test engineering experience; or

Master’s degree in Electronics Technology, Engineering, or a related field with 0–3 years of technical/test engineering experience.

Experience developing and executing engineering test plans and test procedures.

Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Strong technical documentation and report-writing skills.

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Familiarity with environmental testing methods and equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with automated testing and data collection.

Familiarity with programming or test automation tools such as MATLAB, LabVIEW, or similar technologies.

Experience supporting verification activities for products incorporating electrical, optical, and mechanical components.

Previous experience working within a regulated medical device or similarly regulated engineering environment.

Knowledge of medical device quality systems and applicable regulations and standards, including 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, and ISO 9001.

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Eligible Employee Benefits

Medical / Dental / Vision including a state-of-the-art wellness program and access to pet insurance, too!

3 weeks vacation accrual for full time roles,* paid holidays plus paid sick time too

Up to 8 weeks of 100% paid company parental leave; includes maternal/ paternal leave, adoption, and fostering of a child.

401(k) retirement savings plan providing a match of 66.67% (4%) of the employee’s first 6% contribution (up to IRS limits)

Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts

HSA Savings Accounts with company contribution

Life, STD & LTD Insurance

We prepay your tuition up to $5,250 per year! - Tuition pre-imbursement

Fitness reimbursement of up to $200 annually

And much more!

• Field sales, internships, and roles that are regularly scheduled to work less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for vacation, except where required by law.

Non-employees, including temporary workers and consultants, are not eligible to participate in the KARL STORZ benefits program.

KARL STORZ reserves the right to change or modify the employee’s job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. Additionally, KARL STORZ, through its supervisors, may require an employee to perform duties outside their normal description within the sole discretion of the supervisor. Employees must comply will all applicable KARL STORZ policies and procedures.

KARL STORZ is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills and unique experiences. To achieve this goal, we are committed to diverse voices, and all applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. KARL STORZ is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. Should you need assistance or accommodation please email us at [email protected].

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