Verification and Validation Services Engineer

C16 Cochlear Malaysia SDN BHD. (Malaysia); Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cochlear Malaysia is seeking a Verification and Validation Services Engineer to independently verify and validate products and systems before customers. You will design, execute, and improve test methods for hardware, software, and electromechanical systems, analyze results, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with technical requirements and regulatory standards.

Working closely with design engineers, project managers, quality teams, and other V&V engineers, you will contribute to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering or related eng. field with software components.
• 2-4 years of professional engineering experience.
• Understanding of verification & V&V principles, methodologies, and testing practices.
• Experience with hardware-software-electromechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and maintain verification and validation activities for hardware, software, and electromechanical systems.
• Create and improve test methods, test cases, protocols, and supporting documentation.
• Conduct manual and automated testing, including formal test execution.
• Analyze results, prepare reports, and provide evidence of performance and compliance.
• Troubleshoot failures and investigate issues across equipment and systems.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions with cross-functional teams.
• Manage V&V deliverables and ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Communicate testing progress and risks to stakeholders.
• Contribute to improving V&V processes and test automation.
• Maintain lab equipment and QMS documentation.

Skills

V&V principles

Electrical engineering

Test methods

Troubleshooting

Documentation

English proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Test automation tooling

Python

Job description

Job Summary

At Cochlear, we develop innovative products that combine hardware, software, and electromechanical technologies to help people hear and connect with the world around them. As a Verification and Validation Services Engineer, you will be responsible for independently verifying and validating products and systems before they reach customers. You will design, execute, and improve test methods, analyze results, troubleshoot issues, and ensure products meet technical requirements, regulatory standards, and customer expectations. Working closely with design engineers, project managers, quality teams, and other V&V engineers, you will contribute to the successful delivery of high-quality product releases.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, execute, and maintain verification and validation activities for hardware, software, and electromechanical systems.
• Create and improve test methods, test cases, protocols, and supporting documentation.
• Conduct manual and automated testing, including protocol dry runs and formal test execution.
• Analyze test results, produce accurate reports, and provide objective evidence of product performance and compliance.
• Troubleshoot and investigate test failures, product issues, equipment problems, and system defects.
• Support root cause analysis and collaborate with cross-functional teams on corrective actions.
• Manage assigned V&V deliverables and ensure tasks are completed according to project timelines.
• Communicate testing progress, risks, and project updates to stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of V&V processes, tools, and test automation capabilities.
• Maintain testing equipment, laboratory inventory, and documentation in accordance with Quality Management System (QMS) requirements.
• Review technical documentation and support knowledge sharing across engineering teams.
• Promote a culture of quality, continuous improvement, safety, and collaboration.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related engineering discipline with software components.
• Minimum 2-4 years of experience in a professional engineering environment.
• Understanding of Verification & V&V principles, methodologies, and testing practices.
• Experience working with systems that combine hardware, software, and electromechanical components.
• Knowledge of electrical and electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, sensors, and measurement tools.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret technical data and test results.
• Strong technical documentation, reporting, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly documentation and spreadsheet management.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with test automation and automated test frameworks.
• Programming or scripting knowledge in Python, C++, or similar languages.
• Understanding of systems engineering, requirements management, or design verification processes.
• Experience with debugging hardware-software integrated systems.
• Familiarity with automation, control systems, PLCs, robotics, or state-based programming.
• Experience identifying edge cases and managing risks within engineering projects.
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Why Join Us?

• Work on technology that positively impacts people's lives.
• Gain exposure to cutting-edge hardware, software, and electromechanical systems.
• Collaborate with global engineering and product teams.
• Be part of an organization committed to innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.

Cochlear Malaysia provides shared services to support Cochlear’s global operations. The growing team of professionals in Malaysia provides critical support in areas such as IT infrastructure and applications, development and testing, business intelligence development and support, procurement, customer service, service and repairs and returned device analysis engineering.

#CochlearCareers Our growth is creating great opportunities! Our team is expanding and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it. So once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you! We're the global leader in implantable hearing solutions. We have provided more than 600,000 implantable devices, helping people of all ages to lead full and active lives. We help people hear and be heard. We empower people to connect with others and live a full life. We help transform the way people understand and treat hearing loss. We innovate and bring to market a range of implantable hearing solutions that deliver a lifetime of hearing outcomes.