Windchill Quality Assurance Engineer

National Society for Black Engineers; Katowice; Hybrid; PLN 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockwell Automation in Katowice, Poland, is seeking an experienced QA professional to own the end-to-end Windchill testing lifecycle. You will design scalable automation, develop test scripts with Tosca or similar tools, and validate changes across Windchill modules in a global PLM context.

You will collaborate with Windchill developers, architects, and analysts, integrate testing into CI/CD and SAFe ceremonies, manage UAT cycles, track quality metrics, and contribute to governance and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of QA, testing, or validation roles, including hands-on test automation.
• Experience Windchill PLM testing covering core capabilities such as Part and BOM Management, Document and CAD Management, Change and Workflow Management.
• Experience with Windchill configuration constructs (ACLs, lifecycles, workflows, OIRs, types, attributes).
• Hands-on experience with test automation tools (e.g., Tosca, Selenium, or equivalent).
• Experience with qTest or similar ALM/test management platforms.
• Familiarity with Agile/SAFe methodologies and DevOps practices.
• Fluent in English (C1).

Responsibilities

• Own and execute the end-to-end Windchill testing lifecycle, including test planning, execution, defect management, and reporting.
• Design and implement scalable test automation frameworks to support regression testing and validation across environments.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using tools such as Tosca or equivalent enterprise automation platforms.
• Validate functional and technical requirements for enhancements, integrations, and configuration changes within Windchill.
• Perform risk-based regression testing aligned with release schedule and CPS governance requirements.
• Manage and facilitate User Acceptance Testing (UAT) cycles, ensuring business validation and traceability to requirements.
• Collaborate with Windchill developers, architects, and functional analysts to ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• Integrate testing activities into CI/CD and DevOps pipelines.
• Track and document test execution results, defects, and quality metrics in enterprise tools like qTest.
• Participate in SAFe Agile ceremonies and contribute to backlog refinement.
• Drive continuous improvement of QA processes, automation coverage, and testing efficiency across the platform.
• Ensure alignment with IT governance, auditability, and compliance requirements.

Skills

QA testing

Test automation

Windchill testing

Selenium Tosca

Agile/SAFe

English C1

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Tosca

Selenium

qTest

CI/CD tools

Job description

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world's manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life‑saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that's you we would love to have you join us!

Job Description

Rockwell Automation is in the process of implementing the Windchill solution as a new corporate‑wide PLM platform. If you’re interested in joining a newly formed and growing team,

You will be part of the global IT Product Life Cycle Management team and important to ensuring the quality and reliability of our global PLM system.

You will report to the Manager located in Poland and have a hybrid schedule working in Katowice, Poland.

Your Responsibilities:

• Own and execute the end‑to‑end Windchill testing lifecycle, including test planning, execution, defect management, and reporting.
• Design and implement scalable test automation frameworks to support regression testing and validation across environments.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using tools such as Tosca or equivalent enterprise automation platforms.
• Validate functional and technical requirements for enhancements, integrations, and configuration changes within Windchill.
• Perform risk‑based regression testing aligned with release schedule and CPS governance requirements
• Manage and facilitate User Acceptance Testing (UAT) cycles, ensuring business validation and traceability to requirements.
• Collaborate with Windchill developers, architects, and functional analysts to ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• Integrate testing activities into CI/CD and DevOps pipelines
• Track and document test execution results, defects, and quality metrics in enterprise tools like qTest
• Participate in SAFe Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, backlog grooming, retrospectives) and contribute to backlog refinement.
• Drive continuous improvement of QA processes, automation coverage, and testing efficiency across the platform.
• Ensure alignment with IT governance, auditability, and compliance requirements, especially within regulated change frameworks.

The Essentials - You Will Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in QA, testing, or validation roles, including hands‑on test automation.
• Experience Windchill PLM testing, covering core capabilities such as:
  • Part and BOM Management
  • Document and CAD Management
  • Change and Workflow Management
• Experience with Windchill configuration constructs (ACLs, lifecycles, workflows, OIRs, types, attributes).
• Hands‑on experience with test automation tools (e.g., Tosca, Selenium, or equivalent enterprise tools).
• Experience with qTest, or similar ALM/test management platforms.
• Familiarity with Agile/SAFe methodologies and DevOps practices.
• Analytical, problem‑solving, and defect triaging capabilities.
• Fluent in English (C1).

The Preferred - You Might Also Have:

• Experience defining or implementing test automation strategies at scale
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and automated testing integration.
• Experience in PLM integrations (ERP, CAD, or other enterprise systems).
• Experience working in a global, distributed team environment.
• Experience with ServiceNow or ITSM tools for defect/change tracking

What We Offer:

Our benefits package includes ...

• Volunteer Paid Time off available after 6 months of employment for eligible employees
• Company volunteer and donation matching program - Your volunteer hours or personal cash donations to an eligible charity can be matched with a charitable donation.
• On‑demand digital course library for professional development
• Comprehensive mindfulness programs with a premium membership to Calm
• Employee Assistance Program
• Personalized wellbeing programs through our OnTrack program

... and other local benefits!

Rockwell Automation’s hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.