Test Automation Engineer

DAB Pumps; Mestrino; On-site; EUR 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working practices

Distributed leadership

Global and multicultural environment

Continuous learning

Job summary

DAB Pumps is seeking a Test Automation Engineer to join the R&D Testing Team. You will design, implement and maintain automated test benches for PLCs and PCs, integrating sensors, instruments, valves, and actuators.

You will develop software for data acquisition, test control, and automatic result evaluation, translating requirements into repeatable tests. You will drive automated validation, define reusable architectures, and collaborate with cross-functional teams while using AI tools to

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in automation or equivalent technical background.
• Experience in automated testing, product validation, or industrial automation.
• Experience designing test benches integrating PLCs, sensors, and actuators.
• Familiarity with data acquisition, measurement systems, and test protocols.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test benches for PLCs, PCs, sensors, and actuators.
• Develop software for test equipment control, data acquisition, and result reporting.
• Translate product requirements into repeatable automated tests including regression and fault injection.
• Define modular, reusable test architectures and automation frameworks.
• Analyze measurements and logs to support root cause analysis with cross-functional teams.
• Utilize AI tools to improve test design, data analysis, and validation documentation.
• Lead transition to automated, data-driven validation processes and mentor colleagues.

Skills

Test automation

Data analysis

Teamwork

Communication

English proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in Automation

Master’s degree in Mechatronics or Control Engineering

Tools

Python

C++

LabVIEW

PLC programming

GIT

CI/CD

Job description

About DAB

At DAB we are a global community of 1700 people. Our mission is to provide technological and sustainable solutions to handle water, which make us part of a needed change for our future. Our people culture is shaped by distributed leadership, embracing dynamic principles that promote an open and collaborative workplace where everyone can thrive and bring their best selves. Are you ready to grow with us?

Position – Test Automation Engineer

We are looking for a smart and proactive Test Automation Engineer to join our R&D Testing Team.

What You Will Do

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test benches integrating PLCs or PCs, products under test, sensors, measurement instruments, valves, and actuators.
• Develop software for product communication, test equipment control, data acquisition, automatic result evaluation, and report generation.
• Translate product requirements into repeatable and traceable automated tests, including regression tests, fault injection, boundary conditions, and realistic operating scenarios.
• Define modular and reusable test architectures, software libraries, communication drivers, and common automation frameworks.
• Analyze measurements, logs, and failures, supporting root cause analysis with software, electronics, mechanics, hydraulics, and product engineering teams.
• Use AI tools to improve test design, software development, data analysis, anomaly detection, and validation documentation.
• Lead the transition toward a more automated, scalable, and data-driven validation process, establishing best practices and supporting colleagues in adopting new tools and methodologies.

Who You Are

• Master’s Degree in Automation, Electronic, Computer, Mechatronics, or Control Engineering, or equivalent technical background.
• Experience in automated testing, product validation, industrial automation, laboratory automation, or test system development.
• Experience in designing test benches integrating PLCs or PCs, measurement systems, sensors, instruments, and actuators.
• Programming skills in Python, C#, C++, LabVIEW, Structured Text, or comparable automation languages.
• Good knowledge of PLC programming, data acquisition, measurement systems, and protocols such as Modbus, CAN, LIN, RS-232, RS-485, or Ethernet.
• Experience in requirements-based testing, automated regression, fault injection, and data analysis.
• Knowledge of GIT, code review, CI/CD, and software testing practices.
• Effective use of AI-assisted engineering tools for test automation, data analysis, and documentation.
• Strong multidisciplinary problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Good knowledge of English.

What you will find –

A place where you can grow

• Flexible working practices in a dynamic workplace;
• Distributed leadership encouraging a “can do” attitude;
• Global and multicultural environment;
• Continuous learning approach;
• International cross-functional teams

Equal Employment Opportunity

We promote and support an inclusive culture, encouraging workforce diversity. We value at all qualified applicants without any form of discrimination, such as race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity. Those aspects strengthen our competitive advantage by fueling innovation in a work environment where people can thrive and grow.

Target Hiring Range

Total compensation package in the range between €37.000 and €45,000 gross per year.

DAB pay ranges for a job are based on the location specific market of similar jobs, according to third-parties salary benchmark surveys. Individual salary within that range, could vary for several reasons, including skills, capabilities, experience.