QA and Validation Engineer

OJ Electronics A/S; Sønderborg; On-site; DKK 520,000 - 680,000; Full time

Job summary

OJ Electronics in Sønderborg, Denmark, seeks a QA and validation engineer to join our cross‑department QA & Product Compliance team. You will ensure the integrity of system testing, drive validation, test automation and processes, and support continuous quality improvements across product lines.

Role requires on‑site presence in Sønderborg with 1–5 travel days per year; candidacies are reviewed on an ongoing basis. We offer a collaborative culture and a focus on quality and growth.

Qualifications

• A technical education, for example as a technician or software engineer.
• Experience with software testing with hardware-in-the-loop, systematic test methods, system testing, and preparation of test specifications.
• Professional experience in electronics, product testing, or other technically regulated product environments.
• Systematic thinker, analytical mindset, collaborative approach, and strong communication skills.
• Good English comprehension.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute product tests.
• Prepare test specifications.
• Ensure system testing of products.
• Drive acceptance testing and automated testing.
• Support Production and the market.
• Propose redesigns based on identified deviations.
• Participate in reviews.
• Collaborate across functions.

Skills

HIL testing

System testing

Test specification prep

Cross-functional collaboration

English proficiency

Education

Tech education

Job description

Meticulous quality assurance is critical for our products, the customers who depend on them, and our own reputation. If you have experience with SOFTWARE TESTING WITH HARDWARE-IN-THE-LOOP, PRODUCT VALIDATION, and TESTING METHODS AND SPECIFICATIONS, take a closer look at this opportunity.

OJ Electronics – a Danish producer of HVAC drives, AHU controllers, and thermostats for electric floor heating – is hiring a QA and validation engineer to join our cross-departmental QA & Product Compliance team.

As a QA and validation engineer, you’ll ensure the integrity of our system testing, drive validation, test automation and processes, and ultimately ensure the quality and continuous improvement of our products.

Our QA & Product Compliance team works across the company with different product lines, department specialists, and our own test center – creating a rich and varied workday as you help us make sure our products meet our stringent quality demands.

Your role

Reporting to your line manager in QA & Product Compliance, you’ll be expected to:

• Plan and execute product tests
• Prepare test specifications
• Ensure system testing of products
• Drive acceptance testing and automated testing
• Support Production and the market
• Propose redesigns based on identified deviations
• Participate in reviews
• Collaborate across functions

Must-have qualifications

• A technical education, for example as a technician or software engineer
• Experience with software testing with hardware-in-the-loop, systematic test methods, system testing, and preparation of test specifications
• Professional experience in electronics, product testing, or other technically regulated product environments
• Systematic thinker, analytical mindset, collaborative approach, and strong communication skills
• Good English comprehension

Nice-to-have qualifications

• ISTQB Foundation knowledge or certification
• Experience with testing embedded products, apps, or cloud solutions
• Experience with automated testing, acceptance testing, product validation, deviation analysis, and technical review activities

Working at OJ

At OJ Electronics, you’ll find an informal, open and collaborative culture where people take pride in doing quality work.

We offer:

• A flat organizational structure where decisions are made quickly
• Opportunities to grow your expertise and responsibility over time
• A healthy work-life balance and flexible working hours
• Competitive salary and pension package
• A modern workplace with canteen and good facilities

Employee satisfaction scores average 85 – and we take pride in maintaining a workplace where people truly thrive.

Please note that this position is based in Sønderborg, Denmark, and requires your physical presence on site. The position involves 1–5 travel days per year, depending on business needs and mutual agreement.

The application process

For this position, we will be interviewing on an ongoing basis until we find the right person.

About OJ Electronics

Founded in 1964 and headquartered in Sønderborg, Denmark, OJ Electronics produces HVAC drives, AHU controllers, and underfloor heating thermostats. Our products are available through partners and distributors worldwide, and we have subsidiaries and sales offices in key markets, including the United States and Poland. Everywhere, we are known for our innovative approach, insistence on product quality, and deep application knowledge – all of which helps customers differentiate themselves in the market.

In June 2023, OJ Electronics was acquired by BITZER Electronics, a BITZER Group company also headquartered in Sønderborg. This makes OJ Electronics part of the BITZER Group family, which is represented at 75 locations in over 40 countries and employs some 4500 people worldwide, including about 185 at OJ Electronics.