Medical Devices Engineer jobs in Leeds

Please note the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy.

About the opportunity

This is an opportunity to register your interest in future Validation Engineer roles within medical device development. Roles of this type could support the delivery of Class III medical devices, working across system validation, testing and compliance within a regulated environment.

You could be joining a team working on innovative solutions where validation expertise directly contributes to product safety and efficacy. The work could involve collaborating across engineering, quality and regulatory functions to ensure devices meet ISO 13485 and IEC 62304 standards, with scope to develop your validation capabilities in a structured, technically challenging environment.

Typical role overview

• Location: Nationwide across the UK
• Type: Contract · Full-time
• Day Rate: £300–400 per day (or £250–280 per day, dependent on experience and qualifications)
• Technical Standard: ISO 13485 (Medical Device) · IEC 62304 · Class III Medical Device
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline

What you would do

Typical responsibilities could include:

• Executing system validation testing across Class III medical device development
• Planning and documenting validation protocols and test cases aligned to IEC 62304
• Conducting functional and safety testing to verify device performance against regulatory requirements
• Collaborating with engineering and quality teams to resolve validation findings
• Maintaining detailed test reports and validation documentation for regulatory submission
• Supporting compliance with ISO 13485 requirements throughout the validation lifecycle
• Contributing to validation strategy and best practice improvements within the team

What you could bring

Most roles of this type require the following:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline
• Demonstrated experience in system validation or quality assurance within medical device development
• Working knowledge of ISO 13485 and IEC 62304 standards
• Experience with Class III medical device validation or comparable regulated environments
• Strong technical documentation and reporting skills
• Familiarity with validation tools, test management systems and traceability
• Authorization to work in the United Kingdom

Nice-to-have:

• Advanced certifications in quality assurance or medical device compliance
• Experience with software validation or hardware-software integration testing
• Knowledge of FDA or other international regulatory frameworks
• Experience with Agile or structured validation methodologies

What roles of this type could offer

Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role:

• Hands-on experience validating life-critical medical devices
• Opportunity to develop deep expertise in regulated device validation and compliance
• Exposure to cross-functional teams and regulatory submission processes
• Potential to progress toward senior validation or quality leadership roles
• Structured technical development and mentorship within a quality-driven culture
• Flexible contract arrangements and remote working options, where supported by the client

About SThree

SThree is the global STEM workforce consultancy.
We advise businesses, build expert teams and deliver project solutions to outpace tomorrow, together.

Across the UK, we connect talented specialists with cutting-edge opportunities across technology, engineering, life sciences and financial services supported by our offices in London, Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow and Leeds

How to register interest

If you are interested in being added to our database to be considered for future opportunities, registering is quick and easy. No cover letter required. We will be in touch when we are instructed on these roles to discuss the next step in your career.

Disclaimer:
Please note that the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy or any guarantee of future vacancies, and by responding to this advert you agree to us adding your details to our database for future opportunities.