Senior Validation Engineer– 12 months contract, Lausanne

At Medtronic you can begin a life‑long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.

A Day in the Life The Senior Validation Engineer is responsible for leading and executing validation activities for equipment, processes, and systems in a high‑volume manufacturing environment. The role ensures sustained compliance with regulatory and quality requirements while supporting operational excellence.

A key aspect of the position is the technical leadership of validation activities during New Product Introduction (NPI) and ensuring a robust and compliant design transfer into manufacturing.

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:

Lead validation activities during New Product Introduction (NPI) and technology transfer to manufacturing

Define, own, and execute process validation strategies aligned with product, process, and regulatory requirements

Act as the validation subject‑matter expert during design transfer phases

Partner with R&D to ensure Design for Manufacturability (DfM) and validation readiness early in development

Review product designs, specifications, and manufacturing processes to ensure robustness and compliance

Lead the development and execution of validation deliverables, including:

Process validation (IQ/OQ/PQ)

Equipment and system qualification

Test method validation (where applicable)

Ensure effective and compliant design transfer through:

Risk management activities (e.g., FMEA)

Process characterization and capability studies

Complete, audit‑ready documentation aligned with regulatory expectations

Support and lead pilot builds, engineering runs, and ramp‑up to high‑volume production

Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate technical and validation risks to ensure successful product launches

Serve as the validation technical authority for manufacturing operations

Lead investigations for validation‑related deviations, CAPAs, and change controls

Ensure processes and systems remain in a validated state throughout their lifecycle

Support continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining compliance

Required Knowledge and Experience

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering or related field (e.g., HEIG-VD, HES‑SO, or equivalent)

7+ years of experience in validation, manufacturing engineering, or quality in a regulated industry

Strong experience with lifecycle management (IQ/OQ/PQ)

Experience in MedTech or pharmaceutical manufacturing

Exposure to automated or high‑volume production environments

Solid understanding of GMP, ISO 13485, and regulatory expectations

Physical Job Requirements The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

Benefits&Compensation Medtronic offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package. Pay range: Switzerland: 111,200.00 CHF– 166,800.00 CHF.

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