Hardware Tester/ Test Engineer

Becton Dickinson; Köttelbach; On-site; EUR 59,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD) in Germany seeks a Hardware Tester / Test Engineer to ensure the functionality, quality and reliability of hardware and systems. You will define test strategies, run tests, analyze data and contribute to design verification with cross-functional teams in R&D, Quality and operations.

The role requires hands-on testing, LabVIEW and DIAdem experience, and strong documentation.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics or a related field.
• Experience in hardware verification testing and strong technical skills.
• Several years of experience in hardware testing, testing/validation or test bench engineering.
• Experience in measurement technology, sensor systems, and test automation.
• Strong LabVIEW and DIAdem knowledge.
• Good German and English skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute hardware and system tests according to test plans.
• Plan, set up, and commission experimental test benches.
• Program and maintain measurement and test systems (LabVIEW).
• Record, analyze and evaluate measurements; document results in English.
• Contribute to requirements definition and technical documentation (GDP).
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality, operations and external engineers/vendors.

Skills

Hardware testing

Measurement data analysis

Test automation

Documentation skills

Team collaboration

German and English skills

Education

Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics degree

Tools

LabVIEW

DIAdem

SVN

GIT

GitHub

Jira

TestRail

cDAQ/DAQ systems

Job description

We are the people who give possibilities purpose BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description

About the role As a Hardware Tester / Test Engineer, you ensure the functionality, quality, and reliability of hardware and systems through your expertise as well as structured testing and experimental setups. You support products from requirements definition through verification, analyze measurement data, and derive well-founded recommendations for action. You work closely with R&D, Quality, and other interfaces, develop test strategies and automated test procedures. The results are documented in a transparent and traceable manner and serve as a basis for technical decisions and continuous product improvement.

Responsibilities

The Hardware Tester / Test Engineer will be responsible for the execution of hardware and system tests in accordance with test plans Planning, setup, and commissioning of experimental and test benches Programming and maintenance of measurement and test systems (e.g., LabVIEW) Recording, analysis, and evaluation of measurement data (e.g., using DIAdem) Documentation of test results in English Contribution to requirements definition as well as implementation of technical requirements Creation and maintenance of technical documentation (GDP) Stays up to date with emerging technology and methodologies and will recommend and process/design improvements related to improving the development velocity, and quality output of the R&D hardware teams. Build and maintain strong working relationships with project managers, engineers (systems, electrical, mechanical), operations and maintenance teams, and external engineers/vendors.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics or a related field; experience in mechatronics is desirable
• Demonstrates outstanding hardware verification testing expertise and strong technical skills
• Several years of experience in hardware testing, testing/validation or test bench engineering
• Experience in measurement technology, sensor systems, and test automation
• Very good knowledge of: LabVIEW (data acquisition, test sequence control) DIAdem (data analysis, evaluation)
• Analytical and structured working methodology; self-motivated, organized, with a fact-based and “go-and-see” mentality and a strong drive to understand
• Familiarity with test data analysis and evaluation
• Strong technical understanding of mechanical and electromechanical systems
• Familiarity with version control systems such as SVN/GIT as well as GitHub
• Experience in System and Reliability Engineering
• Strong documentation skills (GDP) and practical experience in developing models and graphical representations/abstractions of systems and processes
• Experience in common Quality Methods (Design Review, DFMEA, Design for Six Sigma, etc.)
• Stakeholder management and networking skills are desirable
• Team player with strong communication skills and initiative
• Excellent MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Good German and English skills required
• Would be desirable Experience in building automated test systems (e.g., cDAQ, DAQ systems) Knowledge of Python or other scripting languages
• Experience with test management tools (Jira, optionally TestRail) Experience with endurance or lifetime testing Experience with drive systems (BLDC motors, control engineering)

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success. To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Required Skills Optional Skills

Primary Work Location DEU Kelberg - Rowastrasse Additional Locations Work Shift At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs. You can learn more on our career site under "Our Commitment to You." Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We regularly review these ranges and factors, such as location, contribute to the range displayed. Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform it successfully. The salary or hourly rate offered is determined by the role's specific requirements, including any applicable step rate pay system at the work location. Salary or hourly pay ranges are influenced by labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location which may also affect the workplace arrangement of the role. Salary Range Information €58 500,00 - €89 250,00 EUR Annual BD is a leading global medical technology company that creates medical technology, devices and laboratory equipment for a variety of needs across the healthcare continuum.

At BD, we are looking for candidates who possess passion, innovative solutions and a commitment to our one mission of improving access to groundbreaking medical and biotechnology services for people near and far, delivering state-of-the-art technology and cutting-edge research in the battle to fight and cure infectious diseases. With a global reach that extends across 50 countries worldwide, our network of professionals collaborates on effective measures to deliver enhanced patient quality such as lower health care delivery costs, improved health care and safety, and expanded health care for all. Join our company and see how you can become a part of one global mission to make a difference in human health.