Engineer - Product Verification and Validation

What You'll Do

• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Python and Pytest.
• Execute functional, integration, system, and regression testing for embedded and industrial automation products.
• Support PLC application testing and validation using CODESYS and Structured Text.
• Validate industrial communication protocols including Modbus, MQTT, OPC UA, EtherCAT, BACnet, RS485, and CAN.
• Analyze test failures and collaborate with firmware, software, and system engineers to identify root causes.
• Contribute to automation framework enhancements and test infrastructure improvements.
• Support integration of automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
• Create and maintain test documentation, test reports, and validation artifacts.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum activities, including sprint planning, reviews, and defect triage.
• Support adoption of modern testing methodologies and AI-enabled automation practices.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.
• 3–6 years of experience in embedded firmware testing, industrial automation, PLC testing, or test automation development.
  
  

Skills


Hands-on experience in embedded firmware validation, industrial automation testing, and test automation development. Experience in designing, developing, and executing Python-based automated test solutions using Pytest. Exposure to PLC programming and testing using CODESYS and IEC 61131-3 Structured Text (ST). Good understanding of industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, MQTT, OPC UA, EtherCAT, BACnet, RS485, and CAN.

Experience in developing automated test scripts is a plus, validating embedded and industrial automation products, analyzing test failures, and supporting firmware and system engineering teams. Familiarity with CI/CD concepts, Agile development methodologies, and modern software quality practices. Exposure to AI-assisted testing and automation techniques is an added advantage.

Technical Skills (Must Have & Nice to Have)

Programming Languages

• Python (Intermediate to Advanced)
• Structured Text (ST) – IEC 61131-3
• CODESYS PLC Programming
  
  

Industrial Automation & PLC

• CODESYS Development Environment
• PLC Application Development and Testing
• HMI Functional Testing and Validation
• Industrial Control System Testing
• Automation System Integration
• Embedded Firmware Validation
  
  

Test Automation Frameworks

• Pytest Framework
• Python-based Test Automation Development
• Automated Regression, Integration, and System Testing
• Test Script Development and Maintenance
• Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) Testing (Preferred)
  
  

Communication Protocols

• Modbus RTU/TCP
• MQTT
• OPC UA
• EtherCAT
• BACnet
• RS485
• CAN/CANopen
  
  

Development & Test Tools

• CODESYS
• PyCharm
• Visual Studio Code (VS Code)
• Protocol Analyzers & Diagnostic Tools
• Debugging and Monitoring Tools
  
  

Version Control & CI/CD

• GitHub Actions / Jenkins (Preferred)
• Automated Test Execution in CI/CD Pipelines
  
  

AI-Driven Automation (Good to Have)

• AI-assisted Test Case Generation
• AI-assisted Failure Analysis
• AI-assisted Test Optimization
• Strong analytical and debugging skills.
• Ability to work independently on automation and validation tasks.
• Good understanding of industrial control systems and embedded software architecture.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Passion for automation, continuous improvement, and quality engineering.
• Exposure to HIL testing, CI/CD pipelines, and AI-assisted testing methodologies is desirable.