Systems Verification Engineer

Starkey•Eden Prairie, MN

About The Position

The Systems Verification Engineer defines, documents, performs, and analyzes verification tests for hearing aids, accessories, manufacturing and fitting software, mobile applications, programmers, components, and subsystems. The role contributes to problem solving and issue resolution and supports engineering design teams. It primarily works with new product development groups, with possible support for continuation engineering and technology development. The engineer works independently and collaboratively, under general supervision, and may provide work direction to technicians. The position also advances automated product-system verification testing, including developing and maintaining automated tests, software, user guides, test stations, and fixtures. It supports products throughout development, manufacturing, and continuation, and provides technical support to clinical research, quality, and manufacturing teams. The role collaborates with systems design and verification engineers and participates in reviews of requirements, test plans, procedures, and results.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or a related field; a master’s degree may substitute for the bachelor’s degree.
At least 1 year of industry experience in a product development environment, or a master’s degree with at least 0 years of industry experience.
Basic to intermediate knowledge of analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuits.
Basic to intermediate knowledge of multi-component electrical devices, PC interfaces, communication protocols, digital design, DSP, and wired and wireless communication.
Basic to intermediate knowledge of signal processing concepts, including block diagrams, filters, Fourier analysis, audio, and acoustics.
Basic to intermediate knowledge of software development processes, source-code control, version control, and high- and low-level programming languages.
Intermediate knowledge of systems engineering principles, risk management, system verification, use-case development, configuration management, and issue tracking.
Basic to intermediate proficiency with C#, .NET, SQL Server, and MATLAB.
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Visio.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated problem-solving and troubleshooting ability.
Strong attention to detail.
Proficiency with typical laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and voltmeters.
Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Knowledge of systems engineering processes, including requirements management, configuration management, and issue-tracking tools.

Responsibilities

Define, document, and continuously improve system and subsystem verification tests and procedures.
Collaborate with systems design and verification engineers to define test procedures using existing tools.
Peer-review test procedures for compliance with system requirements and coverage of defined use cases; incorporate test gaps and lessons learned.
Maintain traceability between test procedures and system or subsystem requirements.
Conduct and analyze verification tests, document configurations and results, and confirm requirements are fully verified.
Peer-review test results when needed, resolve action items, and prepare or present test reports for cross-functional review when requested.
Develop and improve automated product-system verification testing, software, user guides, and automated reports, referencing ANSI, IEC, and Nordic standards.
Write, verify, validate, release, and control automated tests according to department procedures; perform, measure, and document Gage R&R.
Develop, document, and release test stations or fixtures; train and support staff using automated procedures, software, and hardware.
Troubleshoot automated test procedures and related software and hardware; keep verification test stations current and store supporting materials on the department portal.
Review and update automated tests each program cycle and pursue improvements in accuracy, test time, and cost.
Support products through development, manufacturing, and continuation, including preparing Alpha/Pilot devices and providing technical support during Alpha/Pilot and Beta studies, product ramp-up, and existing-product issue resolution.
Identify, analyze, document, update, and take ownership of system- or subsystem-level technical issues, including clear reproduction steps and test configuration.
Participate in reviews of system requirements, test plans, procedures, and results; prepare thoroughly and provide timely, concise feedback that considers test gaps and past lessons learned.
Perform other duties commensurate with an engineer role, provide work direction to technicians, and support process improvement and lean product development efforts.