Mechanical Test Engineer

Kardium Inc., 155-8518 Glenlyon Parkway, Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada Job Description Posted Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Y our opportunity By joining the Kardium team, you can help make a difference in the lives of millions around the world. We have developed a ground-breaking medical device for the diagnosis and treatment of the most common heart rhythm disorder, atrial fibrillation – which can cause stroke, heart failure, and other heart-related complications. We have obtained FDA approval and officially begun the commercial launch of the Globe® Pulsed Field System. This is a pivotal and exciting time in our journey, as we bring this life-changing technology to patients In this role, you will gain hands‑on experience specifying, performing, and overseeing verification and validation activities on complex and leading‑edge medical devices. Your work in verification and validation will necessitate interactions with all parts of the company including design engineering, clinical research, field operations, regulatory affairs, and manufacturing. You will have an excellent opportunity to gain a broad and comprehensive understanding of medical device R&D, while performing detailed technical work. Please note, this opportunity is a hybrid work arrangement, located in Burnaby, BC. Meaningful work you will be a part of You will engage in a diverse set of activities including some or all of the following: Plan and execute hands‑on testing activities to evaluate product performance Characterize manufacturing processes and assess process capability using design of experiments Validate tests using statistical methods to assess repeatability, reproducibility, and accuracy Analyze test data using Excel and Minitab Author protocols and reports to support regulatory submissions for new and existing products Interpret and implement medical device standards and regulations Collaborate with stakeholders to assess process or design changes and propose comprehensive test plans Participate in root cause investigations, corrective and preventive actions Drive continuous improvement of company procedures as they pertain to verification and validation Occasionally design and fabricate test jigs and fixtures using Solidworks, CAMWorks, CNC mills, lathes, and other tools What you bring to the team Our Kardium team is smart, creative, and passionate about creating cutting‑edge medical devices to help improve people’s lives. We work within a collaborative environment based on trust and respect. And we understand that only by working together can we solve the unsolvable. You will be successful in this role because you possess these attributes: Bachelor’s degree or higher engineering (mechanical, mechatronics or engineering physics is preferred) At least 3 years of testing and design experience in the medical device industry, or 5 years of hands‑on experience with mechanical/hardware product testing Practical knowledge of mechanical systems, experimental design, and statistical analysis Excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills Strong written and technical documentation skills Ability to manage multiple tasks with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness Compensation Kardium has listed the total cash compensation range (base salary + 5% RRSP contribution) that we expect to pay applicants for this role, as of the time of this posting. Pay offered will be determined based on numerous relevant business and candidate factors including, for example, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, and business or organizational needs. For candidates with more or less experience than listed above, the pay range will be adjusted. As a permanent employee, you will also participate in Kardium’s stock option plan. $75,000 – 105,000 (CAD Annually) The total cash we’ve listed for this position includes a base salary, plus a contribution to a Registered Retirement Savings plan (RRSP) to help support your financial goals. Comprehensive medical & dental coverage for all permanent employees – effective as of Day 1, with no waiting period. Work‑day flexibility – additionally, we provide 3 personal days per year. Support for you (and your dependents) overall well‑being. Family building – we provide top up for both maternity leave & adoptive leave. Employees can also enroll in benefit coverage for fertility drug treatment. Career progression and learning support. Professional membership support. Life at Kardium What makes us a great place to work? Our purpose Our people Our culture At Kardium, we embrace diversity of background, experience, and perspective and we’re committed to inclusion and equity at every level. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates who represent the full diversity of all communities. We collaborate with Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), as volunteer‑led groups who share a common dimension of diversity and come together to provide support, education, and other opportunities across Kardium. Examples of our ERGs include Women ERG, Pride ERG, Race Ethnicity & Cultural Heritage (REACH) ERG, Truth & Reconciliation ERG, Persian Community ERG, Chinese ERG, Barangay Kardium (Filipino) ERG, and Irish ERG. As part of your application, we encourage you to note if you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations). There will be an optional section in the application form where you can provide this information to the recruitment team. And our employees think we are great too – check out Glassdoor to learn more Kardium Inc., 155-8518 Glenlyon Parkway, Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada #J-18808-Ljbffr