Test Automation Engineer

SOCOMEC

$90K — $100K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechatronics engineering or related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of related industrial experience in electrical, mechatronics, or test engineering.
  • Proven experience in test automation system design with Python, LabVIEW, TestStand, and SQL.
  • Familiarity with the software development life cycle.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills for interpreting test results and proposing solutions.
  • Knowledge of communication protocols for hardware integration.
  • Demonstrated experience with power electronics systems and high-power switching components.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and apply test methods using LabVIEW, TestStand, Python, and other software tools for testing power electronics products.
  • Store and manage test results in an SQL database for processing.
  • Evaluate automation requirements, select electrical components, and develop applications or interfaces.
  • Troubleshoot testing issues, identify root causes, and propose effective solutions.
  • Design wiring diagrams or tester schematics with Altium.
  • Stay updated on test automation trends and integrate relevant technologies into design processes.
  • Document test details and automatically generate reports for stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Direct review of applications by the Socomec North America Talent Acquisition team.
  • Clear review process without automated systems.
  • Opportunity to work on innovative test automation technologies.
Full Job Description
Job Description

About This Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Test Development Engineer able to develop automated tests for a variety of Socomec products. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of TestStand / LabVIEW / CVI, knowledge of Python, expert in hardware test automation methodologies. The primary responsibilities will include development of the test cases using TestStand / LabVIEW / Python, making power (high and low voltage) electrical component selection (data acquisition systems, controls, etc.), and implementing the test automation processes with automated report generation.

Key Responsibilities And Accountabilities
  • Design and apply test methods with tools like LabVIEW, TestStand, Python, and other appropriate software or hardware to ensure accurate production testing of power electronics products, including transformers, power distribution units, static transfer switches, power meters, and UPS systems.
  • Store test results in the SQL database and manage data for subsequent processing.
  • Evaluate test automation requirements, select appropriate electrical circuit components, develop desktop applications in Python or interfaces using LabVIEW and TestStand, and implement the test automation process with results systematically stored in a database.
  • Investigate and troubleshoot issues during testing, identifying root causes and proposing effective solutions to address identified challenges.
  • Design and develop wiring diagrams or tester schematics using Altium.
  • Stay updated on emerging trends and advancements in test automation and software development techniques, actively incorporating relevant technologies into the design process to enhance system performance and efficiency. Ex. Grafana dashboards, quality metrics.
  • Document test details, results and findings in technical reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of complex concepts and outcomes. Also generate test reports automatically from the testing tools / desktop application for end users.


Essential Qualifications, Experience, And Skills
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or mechatronics engineering or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of related industrial experience in the field of Electrical, Mechatronics or Test Engineering.
  • Proven experience in the test automation systems design, hardware and software with a focus on Python, LabVIEW - TestStand, SQL database.
  • Familiarity with the software development life cycle.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret test results and propose effective solutions.
  • Familiarity with communication protocols for integrating hardware meters, tools, equipment to the software.
  • Proven experience with power electronics systems and components, particularly for test systems and high-power switching (contactors, circuit breakers, fuse blocks up to 600VAC and 2.4MW).
  • Preferred - Knowledge of digital control techniques, safety circuits, microcontroller-based systems, and firmware development for electronics applications.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines effectively.


Compensation: $90, 000 - $100,000 CAD

All applications are reviewed directly by the Socomec North America Talent Acquisition team and other human reviewers. No automated or AI-based systems are used to make decisions in the application review process.

We thank all those who apply. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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