R&D Engineer - Verification and Validation

DORC Dutch Ophthalmic Research Center (International); Zuidland; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement

13th month salary

Performance-based bonus

Travel allowance

Pension plan

Learning & development

Company restaurant

Job summary

DORC Dutch Ophthalmic Research Center (International) is seeking a hands-on R&D Engineer for Verification and Validation with a strong focus on medical electrical equipment. You will verify and validate ophthalmic systems across module, software, and full system levels, collaborating with development teams to ensure safe, compliant devices.

Responsibilities include translating requirements into verification strategies, designing sampling plans, and preparing documentation suitable for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or science field related to V&V.
• Minimum 3 years hands-on V&V of electrical equipment.
• Experience with system/module/software verification for electromechanical systems.
• Experience in regulated environments; medical device exposure favored.
• Experience using statistical methods for evaluation.
• Familiar with market test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Translate system and module requirements into verification strategies and protocols with full traceability.
• Develop and execute verification activities for medical electrical equipment and system testing.
• Design sampling plans, collect data, and analyze results to demonstrate compliance.
• Improve verification methods and documentation quality actively.
• Plan and perform product validation to confirm user needs and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare high quality test protocols, reports, and objective evidence for submissions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external test labs to align V&V with milestones.
• Contribute to device benchmarking and engineering changes.

Skills

Verification & Validation

System testing

Statistical methods

Documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

English fluent

Team collaboration

Quality mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics, physics, or equivalent

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

We are looking for a hands-on R&D Engineer Verification and Validation with a strong focus on the development of medical electrical equipment. In this role, you will be directly involved in the verification and validation of ophthalmic systems such as EVA and EVA NEXUS, covering module, software, and full system level testing. You will work closely with development teams to ensure safe, compliant, and robust medical devices.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Translate system and module requirements into clear verification strategies and protocols, ensuring full traceability throughout development.
• Develop and execute verification activities for medical electrical equipment, including testing system functionality (e.g. phacoemulsification, vitrectomy, fluidics, light and laser, software)
• Design sampling plans, perform data collection, and analyze results using statistical methods to demonstrate compliance with product requirements.
• Actively initiate and contribute to continuous improvement of verification methods, standardization of test approaches, and technical documentation quality.
• Plan and perform product validation activities to confirm the medical device meets user needs and intended use, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Prepare high quality test protocols, reports, and objective evidence suitable for regulatory submissions and internal reviews
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external test laboratories to align V&V activities with development milestones
• Contribute to device benchmarking, evaluation of competitor products, and engineering changes

Skills and qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics, physics, or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in verification and validation of electrical equipment
• Proven experience with system level, module level, and software-related verification activities for complex electromechanical systems.
• Experience with working in a regulated environment involving standards and regulations. Medical device development is a strong advantage.
• Experience in applying statistical methods for product evaluation.
• Familiarity with current test equipment available in the market.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary development teams and external test laboratories.
• Strong documentation skills with a quality and compliance mindset, understanding objective evidence and regulatory expectations.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken. Dutch is an advantage.

Why DORC

At DORC, innovation, quality, and technology are embedded in our DNA. You will work in an environment that combines high technical ambition with a pragmatic, hands‑on culture. We value ownership, curiosity, and collaboration, and we give our engineers the freedom and responsibility to shape solutions that truly matter.

DORC is proud of its multicultural working environment and actively attracts international talent.For outstanding candidates, visa sponsorship and relocation support are available.

What We Offer

At DORC, you play at top level. It is therefore only logical that we reward you as a top player.You can expect the following:

• 27 holidays and 13 adv-days based on a 40-hour work week
• 8% holiday allowance
• 13th month salary
• Performance-based bonus scheme
• Travel allowance of €0.23 per kilometer
• Non-contributory pension plan resulting in a higher net salary
• Extensive opportunities for learning, development, and career growth
• A high-quality company restaurant offering fresh, healthy meals

About DORC

DORC (Dutch Ophthalmic Research Center) develops and manufactures advanced equipment, instruments, and consumables used in eye surgery worldwide.

DORC is a ZEISS company, an internationally leading technology enterprise that develops, manufactures and sells highly innovative products and solutions in a variety of business fields, such as medical technology. As a company wholly owned by a foundation, ZEISS is rooted in and committed to responsibility in all its activities.

An assessment or the request for a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) may be part of the selection process.