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Medical Device Validation Engineer Jobs

Specialists who ensure medical devices meet safety and performance standards. A critical role in bringing life-saving technology to market.

Open roles
2
Salary range
£41k – £61k
Hiring companies
2
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Medical Device Validation Engineers play a crucial role in the medical technology industry, ensuring that medical devices are safe, effective, and compliant with regulatory standards. These engineers work across various stages of the product lifecycle, from initial design to post-market surveillance. They collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design engineers, regulatory affairs specialists, and clinical researchers, to validate and verify that medical devices meet all necessary requirements.

What the role does

Inside the role of a Medical Device Validation Engineer

A typical week is split between lab testing, documentation, and team meetings.

  1. 01
    Conduct validation tests on medical devices.
  2. 02
    Review and update validation protocols and reports.
  3. 03
    Collaborate with cross-functional teams on design improvements.
  4. 04
    Attend regulatory compliance meetings.
  5. 05
    Document test results and prepare reports.
  6. 06
    Participate in risk management activities.
Salary on the board

£41k – £61k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 3 UK listings priced in pounds in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

Salary visibility
6% of listings advertise a salary.
Skills & tools

What hiring managers ask for

% of 3 listings posted in the last 12 months that mention each skill, extracted from job descriptions.

Packaging Validation
33%
Labelling Validation
33%
Quality Engineering
33%
GMP
33%
ISO 13485
33%
ISO 11607
33%
21 CFR Part 820
33%
MDR
33%
MDD
33%
ASTM Standards
33%
Project Engineering
33%
Equipment Validation
33%
Career ladder

From Junior to Principal

A typical UK progression for medical device validation engineers. Years are guidance — strong people move faster, and many senior folks sidestep into research, product or management.

  1. Level 1

    Junior Medical Device Validation Engineer

    0–2 yrs

    Assist in the execution of validation tests and documentation under supervision.

  2. Level 2

    Medical Device Validation Engineer

    2–5 yrs

    Lead validation projects, manage test protocols, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

  3. Level 3

    Senior Medical Device Validation Engineer

    5–10 yrs

    Oversee multiple validation projects, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to strategic decision-making.

  4. Level 4

    Principal Medical Device Validation Engineer

    10+ yrs

    Lead the validation function, drive innovation in validation methods, and influence company-wide standards.

Pathway

How to become a Medical Device Validation Engineer

There's no single route, but most people follow some version of these steps.

  1. 1

    Entry-Level Engineer

    Start with hands-on experience in validation testing and documentation.

  2. 2

    Project Lead

    Take on responsibility for leading validation projects and managing test protocols.

  3. 3

    Team Manager

    Supervise a team of validation engineers and mentor junior staff.

  4. 4

    Strategic Advisor

    Influence company-wide validation strategies and contribute to high-level decision-making.

  5. 5

    Industry Expert

    Become a recognised expert in medical device validation, contributing to industry standards and regulations.

Live jobs

2 live roles

Theo James Recruitment

Validation Engineer

  • Stockton-on-Tees
  • £40,000 – £46,000 pa

Plans, coordinates and documents process validation activities across NPI and manufacturing projects, preparing protocols, reports and technical evidence. Works with Engineering, Quality, Operations and customers on PPAP submissions, FMEAs and process flow diagrams to demonstrate manufacturing readiness in a regulated medical manufacturing environment.

Last month

Abbott Laboratories

Project Engineer - Equipment Validation

  • Witney

Joins the Operations Engineering team to introduce bespoke automated production machines and own their validation strategy, from project planning and risk assessment through to delivering validated equipment into Production. Develops new validation tests, executes process equipment validations, and becomes a technical subject matter expert working with cross-functional teams and suppliers, with occasional supplier site visits.

Automated Machinery · Machine Vision

Last month
FAQs

Common questions

  • A degree in engineering, biomedical science, or a related field is typically required, along with relevant industry experience.

  • Key skills include strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, project management, and regulatory compliance expertise.

  • Career progression typically moves from entry-level engineer to project lead, team manager, and strategic advisor.

  • Salary ranges can vary based on experience and location. For more detailed information, please refer to the salary section on this page.

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