Software Verification Engineer I

About the role

This position is for a Research and Development Engineer, working with the Computer Systems Engineering team. The role assists with component qualification, software verification, and design transfer in the Abbott Electrophysiology division.

Responsibilities

• Development, qualification, and release of computer system component and software releases for Abbott Electrophysiology Systems
• Review and development of product requirements, test plans, and test protocols
• Execution of software and computer system verification protocols
• Enhancement and documentation of medical device functionality
• Collaboration with product management, customer care, quality, regulatory, production, and other engineering disciplines to deliver upon product delivery objectives and business goals

Requirements

• Experience with development and analysis of product requirements
• Experience with development of test plans, methods, and protocols
• Experience executing test methods/protocols on hardware and software projects
• Capable of producing polished, detail-oriented written technical documentation
• Ability to follow written procedures and document progress on tasks
• Experience working with issue management systems to create, triage, and track issues
• Organized and on-time with ability to follow through on tasks and work in a structured process environment
• Ability to engage with and successfully influence cross-functional teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with Linux and Microsoft Windows operating system installation and configuration, including driver troubleshooting and OS enhancements
• Experience working with high-end workstations, network hardware, internal cards (frame grabbers) and external accessories (printers, monitors, touchscreens)
• Experience with the engineering change process and enterprise/document management systems such as Windchill
• Experience with Word, Visio, and similar documentation tools
• Familiarity with the EP space including examining ECG waveforms, fluoroscopy, and ultrasound sources
• Experience/familiarity with EMC/EMI & Safety testing
• Familiarity with software revision control systems

Experience & education

• 1–2 years’ experience in engineering, computer science, information technology, or related fields
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, information technology, or related fields (experience considered in lieu of degree)

Benefits

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account (for High-Deductible Health Plans)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, Commuter Parking and Commuter Transit)
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability (coverage varies by state)
• Long Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Hospital coverage, Accident Insurance
• MetLife Legal, MetLife ID Fraud, and MetLife Pet Insurance
• 401(k)

Schedule

St. Paul, MN — 7-month contract, 100% onsite.