Test technician/engineer

Be the hands behind the systems that keep critical environments safe.

R&D Partners is seeking a Test Technician/Test Engineer to join a global leader in infection prevention, decontamination, and sterilization solutions. This hands-on role involves running manual tests on simulators and machines, capturing results, and reporting defects through established quality systems. The position is based on site in Bishops Stortford, with some flexibility in working hours.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and testing of high-quality systems and software used in critical healthcare environments, directly impacting patient safety and the wider healthcare ecosystem.

Please note that to be considered for this role you must have the right to work in this location.

Responsibilities:

• Perform manual tests on simulators and machines following defined procedures.
• Operate equipment safely and accurately, ensuring compliance with test protocols.
• Record findings, defects, and anomalies with attention to detail.
• Submit defect reports using JIRA and manage test documentation within JAMA.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to support product refinement.
• Maintain high standards of documentation, communication, and workflow adherence.

Key Skills and Requirements:

• Experience as a Test Technician, Test Engineer, or in a similar hands-on testing role.
• Confidence operating simulators, machinery, or engineering test equipment.
• Ability to follow structured test procedures and record results accurately.
• Familiarity with defect reporting tools such as JIRA.
• Experience with test management systems like JAMA is beneficial but not essential.
• No prior experience with specific medical device classes is required; full training will be provided.

For more information, please contact Toby Shelton.

If you are interested in applying to this exciting opportunity, then please click ‘Apply’ or to speak to one of our specialists visit the ‘Contact Us’ page.

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