R&D Embedded Test Engineer (f/m/d)

ABB; Heidelberg; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Canteen

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Workpractices

Employee Share Acquisition Plan

Job summary

A global technology leader in Heidelberg is seeking an experienced professional to develop automated testing solutions for intelligent devices. This role involves designing test plans, improving processes, and collaborating within agile teams. Candidates should have a relevant degree, at least 3 years of experience, and proficiency in LabVIEW and Python. This position includes a hybrid work model and offers generous benefits including a canteen and employee assistance program.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in developing automated test systems for real-time embedded systems.
• Proficiency in LabVIEW and Python.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive test plans and strategies for intelligent factory automation devices.
• Design and maintain automated test suites and detailed test cases.
• Collaborate effectively within agile development teams.

Skills

Automated test systems development

LabVIEW

Python

Fieldbus systems knowledge

Configuration management

Version control

Solution-oriented mindset

English proficiency (C1)

Education

M.Sc. or B.Sc. in Computer Science or Electronic Engineering

Tools

Azure DevOps

Git

Subversion

Job description

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

This Position reports to:

R&D Team Manager

The work model for the role is: hybrid

Key Responsibilities

Join a dynamic team driving innovative testing solutions for intelligent devices and advancing the quality of embedded systems. Apply your expertise, work in modern development environments, and actively contribute to technological progress.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Develop comprehensive test plans and strategies to verify and validate functionality and performance of intelligent factory automation devices.
• Design, build, and maintain automated test suites and detailed test cases for real-time embedded systems.
• Continuously improve functional testing processes, tools, and efficiency, identifying risks and proposing mitigation measures.
• Align testing activities with project targets, organizational objectives, and cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate effectively within agile development teams, tracking tasks and progress using Azure DevOps.
• Participate in technical working groups, share expertise, and support colleagues in processes and tools.
• Promote open communication, constructive feedback, and collaboration to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications For The Role

• M.Sc. or B. Sc. in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in developing automated test systems for real-time embedded systems
• Proficiency in LabVIEW and Python, with solid understanding of software engineering principles and programming best practices
• Knowledge of Fieldbus systems and a broad range of test and automation systems, including production machinery, sensors, data acquisition systems, and I/O devices (e.g. temperature controllers, current/power meters, PLCs)
• Experience with configuration management and version control systems (Git, Subversion)
• Solution-oriented mindset with strong written and verbal communication skills
• English proficiency at C1 level

Benefits

• Canteen
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Workpractices
• Employee Share Acquisition Plan

Please note: in the case of equal suitability, people with severe disabilities and their equals are given preference.

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