Test Automation Engineer — Flexible, AI-Driven Validation

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

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