Senior Test Engineer - Boonton, NJ

Work180; Boonton (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Work180 is seeking a dedicated System-Level Test Engineer to join their Engineering team in Boonton, New Jersey. This role involves validating complex embedded hardware products focused on teleprotection and communications for the electric utility market.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in product testing, experience with networking technologies, and the ability to perform thorough testing and troubleshooting. A degree in Engineering and at least five years of experience is required.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience as a system-level test engineer validating firmware, software, and embedded hardware.
• Proficiency in executing test cases according to outlined test plans.
• Strong understanding of testing concepts such as smoke testing and regression testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test plans and validation procedures on complex products.
• Troubleshoot and perform root-cause analysis of failed test cases.
• Document test results and bugs using online tools.

Skills

Product testing

System-level testing

Root cause analysis

Networking and Ethernet technologies

Communication skills

Education

BSEE, BSCS, or BSCE degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Wireshark

TestRail

JIRA

VSTS

Job description

Job Overview

This position involves being a part of the Engineering team that develops complex embedded hardware products in the area of Teleprotection and communications for the electric utility market.

The individual in this position should be able to perform system‑level testing, verification and validation testing on complex industrial products that are heavy on networking and Ethernet technologies. Examples include teleprotection equipment, packet‑based multiplexers, substation automation equipment, and distribution automation equipment. The position will include testing of new software/firmware builds, hardware modules, conceiving and executing test cases, performing root cause analysis, and troubleshooting bugs/issues. The individual must be able to participate in deep technical conversations about product testing and must be comfortable working in a lab environment for extended hours.

This position is for an engineer who enjoys working on all aspects of launching new products, works with a sense of urgency, and aspires to deliver top‑tier quality solutions to the end‑user.

A Day In The Life

• Develop and execute detailed test plans and validation procedures on complex industrial‑grade products.
• Execute test cases for industrial products that are heavy on networking and Ethernet technologies.
• Perform system‑level testing to validate new software/firmware builds and release candidates.
• Act independently with considerable judgment and initiative to troubleshoot and perform root‑cause analysis of failed test cases, isolating and narrowing down issues intelligently.
• Troubleshoot and characterize product performance issues to improve product quality and reliability, ultimately leading to an improved product experience for the end‑user.
• Document test results, bugs, and issues using online tools such as VSTS, TestRail, Bugzilla, and JIRA.

What will help you thrive in this role?

• An individual with strong passion and proficiency for product testing who desires to add value to the R&D group.
• BSEE, BSCS, or BSCE degree with at least five years of industrial experience; a master’s degree is preferred.
• Five years of experience as a system‑level test engineer validating new firmware, software (GUI applications), and embedded hardware.
• Strong understanding of system‑level testing concepts and methods such as smoke testing, integration testing, stress testing, and regression testing.
• Ability to independently execute test cases according to an outlined test plan.
• Proficiency in using test and validation tools such as Wireshark and terminal emulators (SSH, Telnet, PuTTY, etc.).
• Experience with web‑based test reporting and documentation tools such as TestRail, JIRA, and VSTS.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to report test results, bugs, and observations.
• Demonstrated experience interacting with firmware and software developers, product engineers, and product management for test result review, discussion, and reporting.
• Experience working efficiently in a fast‑paced, goal‑oriented product development environment.
• A quick learner and self‑starter who can work effectively with minimal guidance.
• Aptitude for grasping and learning new concepts and technologies such as Carrier Ethernet, MPLS‑TP, and SDN to perform functional testing on products designed with these technologies.

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries, and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class.