Sr Software Test Engineer

Ingersoll-Rand; New Jersey; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ingersoll Rand is looking for a Sr Software Test Engineer to ensure quality and reliability in Precision Fastening Tools. This remote position involves system testing, customer issue resolution, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and customer experience.

Benefits

Health care options

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Employee stock grant

Qualifications

• 5+ years in hands-on system testing of products connected over TCP/IP networks.
• Experience in installing, upgrading and running software on Windows and Linux.
• Skilled in requirements analysis and test case development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test cases for legacy and new products.
• Reproduce & characterize customer issues and create test cases to verify fixes.
• Prepare and maintain test documentation, including plans, cases and bug reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Collaboration

Communication

Tools

JIRA

Job description

Ingersoll Rand is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Job Title:Sr Software Test Engineer
Location:Remote

About Us:
Imagine a company with technology leadership of over 160 years, yet it operates with the energy of a startup. Ingersoll Rand has dedicated itself to Making Life Better for its employees, customers, shareholders, and planets. We produce innovative and mission-critical flow creation and life science technologies – from compressors to precision handling of liquids, gasses, and powers – to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Supported by over 80+ brands, our products are used in various end-markets including life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and more. Across the globe, we’re driving growth with an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset. Learn more at irco.com and join us to own your future.

Job Overview:
The Sr. System Test Engineer plays a pivotal role in ensuring the quality and reliability of Precision Fastening Tools and Controllers by conducting comprehensive system testing on both legacy and new products. This position is integral to upholding our commitment to excellence and enhancing customer satisfaction across our product lines.

In this capacity, the Senior System Test Engineer will focus on rigorous testing of both existing and newly developed products to verify their performance, functionality, and adherence to specifications. The engineer will also reproduce and characterize customer-reported issues, collaborating closely with the life cycle engineering and field teams.

Support Ingersoll Rand’s mission to "Make Life Better" by contributing to the continuous improvement of our engineering processes and product offerings. The Senior System Test Engineer will play a key role in driving our growth strategy through engineering excellence and delivering on our promise of reliability and superior customer experiences.

Responsibilities:

• Test Design and Execution: Develop and execute test cases for legacy and new products to ensure they meet specifications and quality standards. Update test plans and implement automation to improve testing efficiency.
• Issue Reproduction and Analysis: Reproduce & characterize customer issues, facilitate root-cause analysis, and create test cases to verify fixes. Collaborate with development to ensure timely and effective resolutions.
• Customer and Service Team Collaboration: Work with the service team to understand and resolve customer issues, providing technical support as needed. Analyze customer feedback to identify and address recurring problems. Travel to customer sites to understand their usecases and environments, to install software and to characterize problems faced by the customer.
• Documentation and Communication: Prepare and maintain test documentation, including plans, cases, and bug reports. Communicate test results and updates clearly to stakeholders.
• Quality Assurance and Improvement: Contribute to enhancing testing processes and methodologies.
• Stay updated on industry trends to apply best practices and innovative techniques.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with product managers and engineers to understand product requirements and provide feedback. Support and mentor junior team members as needed.

Requirements:

• 5+ years in hands-on system testing of products connected over TCP/IP networks
• Experience in installing, upgrading and running software on Windows and Linux
• Expertise in black-box testing of software functionality and serial, BLE and Wi-Fi communication in products
• Expertise in measuring and testing product performance
• Skilled in requirements analysis and test case development
• Comprehensive use of bug tracking tools (like JIRA) for defect management
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in problem characterization and in facilitating root-cause analysis
• Ability to create clear test documentation and effectively communicate results
• Proven collaboration in cross-functional teams and agile environments
• Experience working with external customers

Preferred:

• Solid understanding of SDLC and STLC
• Knowledge of Zigbee or 802.15.4 communication testing
• Ability to apply knowledge of electrical, mechanical and software engineering while testing a product
• Knowledge of Fieldbus or MES tool protocols
• Experience in testing companion mobile applications for devices with BLE or Wi-Fi
• Experience with automated testing techniques

Travel & Work Arrangements/Requirements:
Remote-Based with some travel to other PTL locations, customer sites and industry events (up to 25%)

What we offer:
At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership — taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.

Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology-driven excellence in mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40+ respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com.

To apply:
Please apply via our website https://ir-jobs.dzconnex.com/ by August 2nd in order to be considered for this position.

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What we Offer

At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership — taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.