Senior Industrial Software Validation Engineer

Husky Injection Molding Systems Ltd.; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Husky Technologies TM is seeking a Software Validation Specialist to join the Innovation and Sustainability Team, responsible for developing and executing comprehensive testing strategies for industrial machinery control software.

You will leverage expertise across mechanical, electrical, software and fluid power systems to ensure seamless integration and defect-free performance that supports customer success.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience testing and troubleshooting complex mechanical systems.
• BS or MS in Electrical, Software, Mechatronics or Mechanical Engineering.
• 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

PLC programming

System integration

Analytical thinking

Data acquisition

Cross-functional collaboration

Industrial software testing

Education

BS/MS in Electrical, Software, Mechatronics or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

IEC 61131-3

OPC UA

MQTT

Azure DevOps

Modbus

EtherCAT

Job description

Husky Technologies TM is seeking a Software Validation Specialist to join the Innovation and Sustainability Team, responsible for developing and executing comprehensive testing strategies for industrial machinery control software.

You will leverage expertise across mechanical, electrical, software and fluid power systems to ensure seamless integration and defect-free performance that supports customer success.