VALIDATION ENGINEER
Would you like to work in an international environment where you’ll make a difference every day? At Permobil, we’re looking for game-changers to join us as we innovate for individuals and develop the world’s most advanced assistive solutions.
At Permobil, the people who use our products come first. Our purpose is to create advanced assistive solutions that make the lives of adults and children living with disabilities more enriching. Our people are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology to deliver innovations that improve lives. We are a sustainable and responsible business committed to continuous improvement, and our customers can trust us to provide market-leading solutions driven by insights-based clinical data.
Position Overview
As a Validation Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring that software systems and processes meet regulatory, quality, and business requirements. You will lead validation projects, support risk management and quality initiatives, and collaborate across functions to drive compliance, continuous improvement, and innovation in a highly regulated medical device environment.
You will be part of the Innovation and Quality team within Group IT, partnering closely with QA teams across Permobil.
Key Responsibilities:
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Plan, execute, and document software validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) and resolve validation deviations,
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and support audits, CAPA, and change control,
- Manage validation projects, including planning timelines, resources, scope, and delivery,
- Perform risk management activities (FMEA, risk analysis, and control) and document outcomes,
- Define validation requirements and test plans for new or updated software,
- Support continuous improvement by optimizing validation processes and improving operational efficiency (including use of AI where applicable),
- Provide technical and operational support for software, tools, and process improvements across the organization.
Qualifications & Skills
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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Quality Management, Life Sciences, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience,
- Extensive experience in software validation within a regulated industry, preferably medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or other highly regulated environments,
- Strong knowledge of software validation principles, quality systems, and applicable regulations and standards,
- Ability to analyze and interpret technical documentation, regulatory requirements, and industry standards,
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively interact with cross-functional teams, senior leadership, auditors, and regulatory authorities,
- Proven project management and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and drive projects to completion,
- Continuous improvement mindset with an interest in leveraging AI and emerging technologies to enhance validation processes, efficiency, and compliance.
Who You Are
You are a highly analytical and detail-oriented professional with a strong ability to apply logical and scientific thinking to complex challenges. You excel at interpreting technical information, data, and abstract concepts, and can effectively translate them into practical solutions. Comfortable working with both concrete details and broad concepts, you thrive in environments that require critical thinking, problem-solving, and sound judgment to drive quality and compliance outcomes.
Why is Permobil the next step for you?
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You’ll make a difference. Every day.
Everything we do leads to understanding and improving the lives of our users. Through our evidence-based innovation, we make a difference to people’s lives.
- You’ll make your mark as part of our future.
We collaborate with colleagues across borders to Innovate for Individuals. The impact you make personally could lead change around the world.
- You’ll feel welcome from day one.
We’re known for being great colleagues, who are collaborative, fun and at the cutting-edge. Everyone at Permobil cares as much as you do about making a positive difference.
Application Process
We will conduct selection continuously so send us your application today or before July 31st at the latest!
Permobil is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
For more information about the position, please contact Mats Weckberg, Vice President IT Innovation & Quality, [email protected]
For information about the recruitment process, please contact Zivile Mitkute, Talent Acquisition Partner, [email protected]
Please respect that we do not wish recruitment assistance or advertising, we decline calls from recruitment and advertising providers.
More about Permobil
Permobil founder Dr. Per Uddén believed that helping people achieve the greatest level of independence is a basic human right and, for over 50 years, Permobil has held fast to that belief. Permobil is a global leader in advanced rehabilitation technology, passionate about better understanding our users’ needs and improving their quality of life through state-of-the-art healthcare solutions. Today, those solutions include power wheelchairs, seating and positioning products, power assist, and manual wheelchairs.
Permobil is part of Patricia Industries, a subsidiary of Investor AB, and is headquartered in Sweden. Permobil has 2 000 team members in 18 countries around the world. For more information regarding the company’s storied history and complete product line, visit permobil.com.
