Software Testing Engineer

Rullion Managed Services; Poole; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Rullion Managed Services is seeking a Software Testing Engineer to join our engineering team in Poole. You will own testing activities across complex projects, from test specifications and cases to execution and customer acceptance testing.

Collaborate with developers and stakeholders to identify defects and drive quality improvements, ensuring safety, quality and compliance throughout the lifecycle. You will contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and maintain up-to-date

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Software Test Engineer or similar role.
• Strong understanding of system integration testing in complex environments.
• Experience writing test cases, specifications and scripts.
• Excellent analytical and diagnostic abilities.
• Clear communication of technical information.
• Experience in structured engineering or technical project settings.
• Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver test engineering activities to agreed time, cost and quality targets.
• Design, develop and execute test procedures for system integration testing.
• Create and maintain test cases, test specifications and test scripts.
• Investigate defects and collaborate with development teams to identify root causes.
• Plan, coordinate and manage testing activities across project workstreams.
• Produce accurate estimates for testing activities and deliverables.
• Monitor and communicate test progress, metrics, results and risks.
• Support factory and customer acceptance testing phases.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality and engineering assurance processes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and best practice testing methodologies.
• Maintain technical expertise through ongoing professional development.

Skills

Software testing

System integration testing

Test case writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Structured environment

Prioritization

Tools

DOORS

Job description

Software Testing Engineer

Location: Poole

Working Hours: Monday - Friday, core working hours between 08:30am - 5pm

Duration of Contract: 4 Months' initially, potential for extension

Daily rate of pay: .00 dependent on experience and can be discussed.

Inside IR35

We're looking for a talented Software / Systems Test Engineer to join our client's pioneering engineering team developing cutting-edge communications technology for the rail industry.

Working on innovative projects involving GSM-R, LTE, GPS connectivity and next‑generation rail communication systems based on 4G and 5G technologies, you'll play a key role in ensuring the quality, reliability and performance of solutions that are transforming how people and goods move around the world.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a highly respected engineering environment where innovation, collaboration and technical excellence meet.

The Opportunity

As a Test Engineer, you will take ownership of delivering testing activities across complex multidisciplinary projects. You'll be involved throughout the full testing lifecycle, from creating test specifications and test cases through to executing tests and supporting customer witnessed acceptance testing.

Working closely with developers, engineers and project stakeholders, you'll help identify issues, drive quality improvements and ensure products meet both customer requirements and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver test engineering activities to agreed time, cost and quality targets.
• Design, develop and execute test procedures for system integration testing.
• Create and maintain test cases, test specifications and test scripts.
• Investigate defects and collaborate with development teams to identify root causes.
• Plan, coordinate and manage testing activities across project workstreams.
• Produce accurate estimates for testing activities and deliverables.
• Monitor and communicate test progress, metrics, results and risks.
• Support factory and customer acceptance testing phases.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality and engineering assurance processes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and best practice testing methodologies.
• Maintain technical expertise through ongoing professional development.

What We're Looking For

Essential Experience

• Proven experience as a Software Test Engineer, Systems Test Engineer or Integration Test Engineer.
• Strong understanding of system integration testing within complex environments.
• Experience writing test cases, test specifications and test scripts.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present technical information clearly.
• Experience working within structured engineering or technical project environments.
• Ability to manage priorities and meet demanding project deadlines.

Desirable Experience

• Experience within rail, telecommunications, transport or other engineering sectors.
• Knowledge of requirements management and ALM tools, particularly DOORS.
• Understanding of software testing methodologies and the software development lifecycle.
• ISEB / ISTQB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing.
• Experience supporting customer-facing Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and System Acceptance Testing (SAT).

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.