Validation and Verification Specialist

Puzzle Medical Devices
Puzzle Medical Devices

Montreal, QC, Canada

Posted on Sep 26, 2026

Join the Team!

Joining Puzzle Medical means becoming part of a team dedicated to improving the treatment of advanced heart failure. You’ll contribute to the development of innovative technology designed to enhance patients’ quality of life and clinical outcomes.

We offer a collaborative and dynamic MedTech environment where initiative is encouraged and ideas are valued. As a growing company, your work will have real impact and visibility, and you’ll have the opportunity to grow alongside the organization.

If you’re motivated by meaningful work and enjoy working in a hands-on, innovative setting, Puzzle Medical offers the opportunity to contribute to important advancements in patient care.

Summary

The Validation & Verification (V&V) Specialist supports the development and commercialization a percutaneous heart pump. The V&V Specialist is be responsible for planning, executing, and documenting verification and validation activities to ensure product requirements, risk controls, and regulatory expectations are met.

Responsabilities

  • Develop and execute verification and validation strategies aligned with product development milestones.

  • Author and maintain V&V documentation including test plans, protocols, test reports, and traceability matrices.

  • Perform and/or coordinate system-level and component-level testing to confirm design outputs meet design inputs.

  • Ensure verification of risk control measures defined in the risk management file and maintain strong traceability to test evidence.

  • Support design validation activities to confirm the device meets needs and intended use (including simulated-use testing when applicable).

  • Contribute to design reviews by providing V&V input on requirements, testability, acceptance criteria, and compliance readiness.

  • Analyze test data, investigate failures, document deviations, and support troubleshooting with Engineering team.

  • Support design changes, product improvements, and documentation updates throughout the device lifecycle.

  • Ensure V&V deliverables are compliant with applicable regulations and standards (FDA, ISO 13485)

  • Support preparation of technical documentation for regulatory submissions and audits.

Qualification & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.

  • 2–5 years of experience in validation/verification, test engineering, or quality engineering in the medical industry.

  • Proven experience in experimental design and setup, including work with precise and complex systems.

Knowledge & Skills

  • Proficiency in SolidWorks or similar CAD tools, with a focus on mechanical design for experimental setups.

  • Hands-on experience executing test protocols and generating clear technical reports.

  • Analytical mindset with experience interpreting experimental data and troubleshooting setups.

  • Strong understanding of design controls, regulated documentation, and risk management principles.

  • Bilingual in French and English. The role requires communication with colleagues, suppliers, and regulatory organizations internationally.

At Puzzle, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package

  • Comprehensive group benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage;

  • Virtual healthcare access for you and your immediate family (Dialogue)

  • 2 sick days + 3 personal days to support your work-life balance;

  • 50% reimbursement on gym memberships to support your well-being;

  • 3 weeks of vacation + Paid holiday closure in December so you can fully enjoy the festive season;

  • Employee referral bonus program;

  • Free coffee to keep you energized;

  • Regular team activities and social events to foster a collaborative and fun work environment.