Software Test Engineer

Job Description:

ITW Welding continues to build its capabilities in software development as a core competency in digitally controlled welding equipment, processes, and systems. To support this effort, we are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Software Test Engineer to be a key driver in ensuring the quality and reliability of our software through robust automated testing. This role is critical for developing and implementing automated test strategies for new and existing product development efforts, ultimately providing increased customer satisfaction.

This position will require a highly motivated individual with strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills to work collaboratively with software development engineers, electrical engineers, software test associates, marketing, and product management. The right candidate will bring a strong foundation in software testing, test automation development, and a passion for ensuring product excellence.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Foster system-level embedded software quality excellence through the creation, maintenance, and use of software test solutions.
• Provide software and hardware design for test input to development team members to expect product testability.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test documentation.
• Lead development teams in isolating, reporting, and tracking software defects through resolution.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in software testing and test automation.
• Contribute to embedded software development tasks as workload requires or between testing projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The candidate must be able to perform essential job functions using technology and skills described below:

• A bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Software Engineering, with a minimum of 2-3 years of industry experience in software testing or software development with a significant focus on test automation.
• Familiarity with embedded system analog, digital, and communication interfaces
• Familiarity in interfacing with test equipment
• Experience with unit test frameworks
• Strong programming skills in C/C++
• Knowledge of software development lifecycles, testing methodologies, and best practices, including version control and defect tracking.
• Proficiency in using debugging tools, and a foundational understanding of tools like oscilloscopes or logic analyzers for troubleshooting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues in integrated hardware/software systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey technical concepts and collaborate with diverse teams.

IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS:

An ideal candidate would possess some more specific skills:

• Familiarity with languages commonly used in test automation (C#, Python, or related)
• Experience with specific DAQ hardware/software (DAQ USB-1208HS-4AO, or related)
• In-depth knowledge of testing communication interfaces.
• A good understanding of basic electrical engineering concepts and the ability to read and interpret schematics.
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Proficient with Azure DevOps continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Experience working in an Agile or Scrum software development environment.

ITW Welding is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.