Industrial Control Systems Test Engineer

Noblis • Philadelphia, PA

115d • $57,800 - $90,350

About The Position

Noblis MSD is looking to hire a Software Validation/Test Engineer to support the US Navy by providing installation and testing support, development of simulation equipment, and system setups/tests in both a lab environment and US Navy shipboard systems. This position involves performing software and hardware testing while developing and following test procedures and collaborating with software developers for the purposes of developing tests. The engineer will use portable electrical test equipment (oscilloscopes, multi-meters, electronic bridges, loop calibrators) in an electronics lab environment. The role also includes developing and improving internal procedures, templates, standards, and other documents that are clear, have the correct level of detail, and are easy to follow. The engineer will assess and perform industry standard test methods, as well as custom test methods for industrial automation systems and machinery control systems, typically focusing on Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) based systems. Responsibilities include developing and performing software tests, focusing on Integration Testing, System Testing, Performance Testing, and Usability Testing, thoroughly documenting bugs discovered during testing, and making recommendations to developers on product improvements where necessary. Additionally, the engineer will identify opportunities for automation to improve operational efficiency and test coverage.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 1 year of experience; or a High School diploma and 6 years of experience; or an Associate's degree and 3 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Must be a US citizen with an active Secret Security clearance or the ability to obtain a DOD secret clearance prior to starting.
• Knowledge of fundamental electrical troubleshooting concepts onboard naval vessels.
• Experience with system repair of Navy machinery control systems.

Nice To Haves

• Active Secret Clearance preferred.
• Proficiency in reading electrical diagrams.
• Proficiency in the use of test and diagnostic tools associated with industrial control systems troubleshooting.
• Ability to perform testing in accordance with documented test procedures.
• Ability to perform simulation testing of low voltage signals such as 4-20 ma, 0-10 VDC.
• Familiarity with low voltage test equipment such as a FLUKE meter and signal simulator.

Responsibilities

• Provide installation and testing support for US Navy systems.
• Develop simulation equipment and system setups/tests in lab and shipboard environments.
• Perform software and hardware testing while developing and following test procedures.
• Collaborate with software developers to develop tests.
• Use portable electrical test equipment in an electronics lab environment.
• Develop and improve internal procedures, templates, standards, and documents.
• Assess and perform industry standard and custom test methods for industrial automation systems.
• Develop and perform software tests focusing on Integration Testing, System Testing, Performance Testing, and Usability Testing.
• Document bugs discovered during testing and recommend product improvements.
• Identify opportunities for automation to improve operational efficiency and test coverage.

Benefits

• Health, life, and disability insurance.
• Financial and retirement benefits.
• Paid leave and professional development opportunities.
• Tuition assistance and work-life programs.
• Recognition programs for exceptional performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree