J ob Overview & Purpose Cochlear develops products , systems and tools with electro mechanical hardware and software components. The Systems Verification and Validation (V&V) team works to protect the experience and trust that customers have in Cochlear, with a final , independent evaluation of these products and systems . The Verification and Validation Engineer is responsible for delivering high quality , comprehensive and user- centric V&V test methods , coverage and evidence to demonstrate that the products , systems and V&V tools meet intended specifications and customer needs . The Verification and Validation Engineer is responsible for ensuring that V&V outputs are delivered to project timelines, contributing to continuous improvements in testing and processes to maximise efficiency. The Verification and Validation Engineer uses multidisciplinary approaches and collaboration with other V&V engineers, design engineers, project management and quality engineers to deliver high- quality product and system releases to Cochlear’s customers . Accountabilities Accountability 1: System and Product Design Verification and Validation (V&V) Enable the release of high- quality systems and products , with electromechanical hardware and software components , by applying design verification and validation activities and processes to ensure that intended specifications and customer needs are met. Ensure, through collaboration and review, that design inputs ( including needs , requirements ) are testable . Develop , improve and maintain test methods , cases and protocols of high quality ( scientific , robust and scalable ). Execute , and coordinate execution of, automated and manual tests according to plans , and using a range of test methods and equipment. Produce test artifacts ( including test results , other objective evidence ) and reports of high quality (accurate and comprehensive ). Troubleshoot issues encountered in testing , and debug test issues ( including method , setup, equipment, script issues). Communicate issues to technical and non- technical audiences , meaningfully and concisely . Produce and maintain high quality documentation of V&V deliverables, under change control, to comply with Quality Management System (QMS). Provide peer review of V&V documents . Accountability 2: Project Delivery and Communication Align with V&V project lead on V&V tasks and priorities . Deliver on V&V tasks to meet project timelines . Communicate V&V delivery status and risks to project stakeholders, actionably and concisely . Contribute V&V needs ( including skills, equipment and resourcing ) and inputs to project plans , and suggest risk mitigation strategies to protect quality and schedule . Initiate escalation of project issues and risks to V&V project leads, project management and resource managers and propose solutions to protect schedule and resolve issues. Accountability 3: V&V Processes and Tools Introduce, maintain and continuously improve tools used in V&V. Contribute to , maintain and continuously improve V&V test automation . Establish , manage and maintain inventory for V&V delivery. Follow V&V processes and QMS procedures . Contribute to continuous improvements of V&V processes to increase V&V output quality and efficiency, while ensuring compliance with regulatory , standard and business requirements . Accountability 4: Team Contributions Share and seek knowledge , ideas and experiences with V&V and project teams . Collaborate and negotiate cross- functionally ( including with other V&V engineers, design engineers and project managers ) to achieve the best customer and business outcomes . Team Job Individual contributor : Follow relevant quality procedures to deliver quality products and services and identify and support the implementation of continuous improvement . Undertake additional quality responsibilities (e.g., audit) when appropriately trained to undertake these responsibilities . Contribute ideas on systems and process methods to improve deliverables. Work safely , complying with all safety procedures, rules , and instructions ; and reporting workplace hazards, incidents , or injuries to manager. Minimum Key Incumbent Requirements Skills Concise and accurate technical communication ( written and visual ) Formal documentation ( for example , writing reports and managing spreadsheets) Application of scientific approaches ( for example , hypothesis testing ) Data collection , and data or statistical analysis Attention to detail Problem solving Troubleshooting issues, especially with systems having electromechanical hardware and software components Desired Skills Concise and accurate technical communication ( verbal and presentation ) Application of design principles and approaches ( for example , systems engineering, requirements creation and management) Programming ( for example , using Python or C++) and debugging Application of research skills ( for example , direct observation , experimentation and critical analysis) Proficient and safe use of instrumentation ( including digital oscilloscopes , multimeter, sensors and measuring tools) Solving problems related to complex systems, including using systems thinking, systematic approaches and cross- functional inputs Proficiency in a broad range of test methods and equipment ( for example , bench testing , usability testing ) Management of project risks within small to medium projects or work packages Identification of corner and edge cases Application of control and automation principles ( for example , state- based programming , Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) use , robot control) Certifications N/A – not . Education Tertiary qualification in an applicable Engineering or Science discipline ( for example , Electrical , Electronics, Mechatronics Engineering) Completed at least one introductory -level programming course Languages English – Fluent Work Experience Working within a professional engineering environment – 1 year
