Functional Safety Validation Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Crawley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Expleo is seeking a Functional Safety Validation Engineer in Crawley, responsible for test case development and execution for battery management controls software. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with ISO standards and thorough documentation of testing processes.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in system testing and test case development.
• Proficiency in writing BDD test cases using Gherkin syntax.
• Hands-on experience with X-Ray and JIRA for test management.

Responsibilities

• Derive comprehensive test cases from system requirements.
• Execute manual test cases on Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) Rigs.
• Identify and log software defects during testing.

Skills

System testing

Test case development

Gherkin syntax

X-Ray

JIRA

HiL testing

ISO 26262-6.12

Documentation

Version control

Analytical skills

Job description

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Client:

Expleo Group

Location:

crawley, west sussex, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Expleo is seeking a highly skilled Functional Safety Validation Engineer to join our customer in the Warwick area (contract basis). This role is pivotal in ensuring the functional safety verification of battery management controls software.

Responsibilities

• Derive comprehensive test cases from system requirements, ensuring alignment with verification criteria.
• Author test cases using Gherkin syntax (BDD) and manage them within X-Ray, integrated with JIRA.
• Execute manual test cases on Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) Rigs including Dspace, Vector, or NI platforms.
• Document and report test results, creating detailed test reports for each execution cycle.
• Identify and log software defects or issues encountered during testing, ensuring accurate and timely defect tracking.

Ensure test cases include:

• Clear test purpose and detailed descriptions

• Defined pre-conditions and post-conditions

• Structured test flow or sequence

Traceability links to system requirements

• Maintain traceability between requirements and test cases, generating traceability reports and identifying suspect flags due to requirement changes.
• Manage version control of test artifacts and ensure proper baselining of test content.
• Coordinate with stakeholders for test reviews, triggering automated notifications upon state changes.

Skills Required

• Strong experience in system testing and test case development based on formal requirements.
• Proficiency in writing BDD test cases using Gherkin syntax.
• Hands-on experience with X-Ray and JIRA for test management.
• Familiarity with HiL testing environments, particularly Dspace, Vector, or NI systems.
• Understanding of ISO 26262-6.12 and its application in test design and verification.
• Excellent documentation skills, including the ability to write clear, structured, and traceable test cases.
• Knowledge of version control practices and tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail in defect identification and reporting.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

At Expleo, we offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment where your expertise will be valued, and your contributions will make a significant impact. Join our customer to work on cutting-edge projects and advance your career in safety systems engineering.