Industrial Software Validation Specialist

Kibbi; Bolton; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Husky Technologies is seeking an experienced Software Validation Specialist to join the Innovation and Sustainability Team in Bolton, Ontario. You will develop and execute comprehensive testing strategies for industrial machinery control software, focusing on injection molding machines to ensure regulatory and user requirements are met.

Ideal candidates have 8–10 years in validation, strong PLC and data acquisition skills, and a proven ability to lead cross-functional testing efforts in a

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience testing and troubleshooting complex mechanical systems.
• Strong background in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems with data acquisition.
• In-depth understanding of injection molding machines and related technologies.
• 6+ years of PLC programming using IEC 61131-3 languages.
• Experience with software testing methodologies for industrial/mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with Industry 4.0 protocols (e.g., OPC UA, MQTT, TCP/IP).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to lead validation planning and testing within cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Define validation criteria, execute test plans, and assess software compliance.
• Identify and address gaps in validation processes to improve quality and efficiency.
• Standardize testing procedures to reduce defects and testing time.
• Collaborate on design reviews and risk assessments to shape test strategies.
• Set up and execute tests, troubleshoot issues, and analyze results.
• Log software issues accurately and maintain complete validation records.
• Report findings through clear documentation and presentations.
• Ensure software meets Husky quality standards and customer expectations.
• Support resolution of major service issues and contribute to software architecture.
• Incorporate real‑world feedback to continuously refine product performance.

Skills

Validation testing

PLC programming

Industrial software testing

Data acquisition

Mechatronics

Electrical systems

IEC 61131-3

OPC UA

Debugging

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

B.S. Electrical Eng

M.S. Software Eng

Mechatronics degree

Tools

C#

Python

Azure DevOps

Job description

Husky Technologies is seeking an experienced Software Validation Specialist to join the Innovation and Sustainability Team in Bolton, Ontario. You will develop and execute comprehensive testing strategies for industrial machinery control software, focusing on injection molding machines to ensure regulatory and user requirements are met.

Ideal candidates have 8–10 years in validation, strong PLC and data acquisition skills, and a proven ability to lead cross-functional testing efforts in a