Software Systems Test Engineer

Rockwell Automation • Mayfield Heights, OH

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

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 Position Summary: The Rockwell Automation System Test Engineer will support system testing of Rockwell Automation products, components and systems. As a System Test Engineer, you will become an expert with new Rockwell products during their development. As a System Test Engineer for the System Test team, you will be responsible for test planning, test case generation and test execution. You will engineer system test environments that push the limits of Rockwell product capabilities in product families: Logix, networking, functional safety, motion control, HMI, and manufacturing information system. State-of-the-art troubleshooting and debug techniques are a focus of the system test team. You will learn to deploy and use the most sophisticated real-time firmware debugging equipment and tools available today. You will help ensure that developed products are defect-free, meet performance requirements, and are within total quality management standards. We are looking for someone who will take ownership of their career growth and who will seek opportunities to improve their skills and increase their technical knowledge. You can openly seek feedback and will develop a positive working relationship with the team. This position is located in Mayfield Heights, OH – hybrid. You will report to the Systems Test Manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering Discipline (Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineer, Chemical Engineering) or equivalent years of relevant work experience.

Nice To Haves

• Typically requires 5+ years of experience working with industrial control systems using Rockwell Automation products
• Experience in Automation Applications Engineering work, Technical Support, System Integration or Field Service work
• Strong programming skills using Ladder Diagram, Functional Block Diagram, and Sequential Function Chart languages
• A concentration in software/firmware or equivalent knowledge in software/firmware engineering (software requirements analysis, software design, software testing)
• Proven software skills in scripting (preferable Python, SQL)
• Apply knowledge of test methodologies
• Experience with network technologies including (STP, VLANs, DTP, VTP, IGMP, RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, HSRP, VRRP, Flexlinks, ACLs, DLR, PRP, HSR, MRP…)

Responsibilities

• Perform system testing using existing test collateral and test cases.
• Report any issues identified and documenting test results for follow-up.
• Work with the development team to characterize any issues found.
• Develop new test collateral – mostly control system applications - and test cases in response to new product or system requirements
• Develop knowledge of system testing practices.
• Seek and improve knowledge of system test development processes.
• Evaluate, challenges, and research possible solutions by looking for input from subject matter experts to ensure fact-based recommendations and decisions are being made during all phases of product development.
• Establish a timeline for assigned tasks/projects and can report progress.
• Use test tools and methods to ensure full system test coverage is attained.
• Conduct informal presentations to small groups regarding specific technical topics.

Benefits

• Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401k
• Paid Time off
• Parental and Caregiver Leave
• Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that fit with your personal life.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level