Verification & Validation Engineer

CPS Group (UK) Ltd; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology engineering organization in Cardiff is seeking a Verification and Validation Engineer to join their R&D function. You will lead design verification and validation activities, develop test plans, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should have a degree in engineering and over 2 years of experience in regulated industries. This role offers a hybrid work model and a chance to work on cutting-edge products.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in product design, verification, or validation within a regulated industry.
• Knowledge of ISO14971 risk management and IEC60601 safety.
• Hands-on experience in mechanical, electronic, or electromechanical testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute design verification and validation activities across assigned projects.
• Develop and perform test plans, protocols, and reliability testing.
• Collaborate closely with R&D, manufacturing, and service teams.

Skills

Design verification and validation

Analytical skills

Reporting and documentation

Collaboration

Education

Degree in an Engineering discipline

Tools

LabVIEW

Test automation tools

Job description

Verification & Validation Engineer

Cardiff (Hybrid), Permanent

CPS Group are proud to be supporting the recruitment for this position. An established technology engineering organisation in Cardiff is seeking a Verification and Validation Engineer to join their growing R&D function.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the development and testing of cutting-edge, safety-critical products that make a genuine difference in people's lives. You'll work within a multidisciplinary engineering team, contributing to the full product life cycle - from concept and prototype through to production and release.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute design verification and validation activities across assigned projects.
• Develop and perform test plans, protocols, and reliability testing, ensuring product performance meets specification.
• Support risk management, usability testing, and compliance with international standards (including ISO13485, IEC60601, and FDA CFR820).
• Analyse and interpret test data, preparing formal verification and reliability reports.
• Collaborate closely with R&D, manufacturing, and service teams to ensure seamless product transition from design to production.
• Use LabVIEW and other tools to create custom control, data collection, and reporting programs.
• Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement of testing processes and tools.
• Maintain calibration and equipment records, supporting ongoing product quality and safety assurance.

Skills & Experience:

• Degree (or equivalent) in an Engineering discipline.
• 2+ years' experience in product design, verification, or validation within a regulated industry (medical devices, aerospace, automotive, etc.).
• Knowledge of ISO14971 risk management, IEC60601 safety, and ISO13485 quality systems.
• Strong analytical skills with hands-on experience in mechanical, electronic, or electromechanical testing.
• Proficiency with LabVIEW or similar test automation and data acquisition tools.
• Excellent documentation, reporting, and communication skills.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

CPS Group (UK) Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy and is an equal opportunities employer.