Principal Systems Integration Engineer

Cochlear is the global market leader in implant hearing solutions. Cochlear's mission is to help people hear and be heard. Around the world, more people chose a Cochlear-branded hearing implant system than any other. A Cochlear Implant is an electronic device that is surgically implanted under the skin near the ear that restores hearing to those who suffer from severe hearing loss. It’s an incredible piece of engineering and the only product in the world that restores a sense through technology. Imagine using your experience to help people around the world to hear again. We can offer a unique opportunity to join Cochlear, an iconic Australian company, leading the world in implantable hearing solutions. Our mission is to help more people to hear.

• Hybrid Working Arrangement
• Contribute to the Cochlear Eco System
• Close to public Transport/ Onsite parking

The Principal Systems Integration Engineer will define and execute the Systems Integration Strategy while actively managing the system integration process. They will develop and implement a robust and efficient systems integration testing strategy and identify opportunities to improve integration and testing processes, driving enhancements with a focus on automation.

Accountabilities include:

Implementing and managing Systems Integration Strategy and Process

• Define and manage system integration strategies to improve cycle time and reduce verification issues.
• Track progress, resolve bottlenecks, and ensure adherence to integration processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective End-to-End integration.
• Maintain metrics and communicate integration status to stakeholders.

Leading Systems Integration Test Strategy Execution

• Develop and execute systems integration test strategies, including stress testing and automation.
• Ensure comprehensive and aligned End-to-End testing coverage across teams.
• Align automation plans with Systems V&V and secure resources to support testing needs.
• Provide progress updates on integration testing to key stakeholders.

Improving Systems Integration Process, Practices, and Tools

• Champion best practices and drive process improvements for systems integration and testing.
• Maintain integration architecture maps and align global integration practices.
• Mentor engineers to enhance integration and testing capabilities across teams.
• Deliver training, promote systems thinking, and ensure integration tools are up to date.

Minimum:

• Degree in Engineering/Science (preferred: Electrical, Software, Mechanical, Biomedical, or Systems).
• Strong knowledge of systems engineering, integration, verification, validation, and project delivery.
• Extensive R&D/product development experience, ideally with firmware-controlled or high-tech products.
• Proven leadership of multidisciplinary teams to meet milestones.
• Effective communicator adaptable to various audiences.
• Skilled in influencing senior stakeholders and decision-making.
• Broad technical development experience across multiple disciplines.
• Independent, collaborative, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in Agile product development.

For more information please contact Ralph on [email protected]

Cochlear’s mission is to help people hear and be heard. As the global leader in implantable hearing solutions, Cochlear is dedicated to helping people with moderate to profound hearing loss experience a life full of hearing. We aim to give people the best lifelong hearing experience and access to innovative future technologies. We collaborate with the industry’s best clinical, research and support networks. That’s why more people choose Cochlear than any other hearing implant company. Learn and grow with us as we tackle the most complex challenges in helping more people to hear and experience life’s opportunities.

If you feel that you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role and take on new challenges to build your career with Cochlear, please start your application by clicking the apply button below.

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