Software Test Engineer

Education/Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering or relevant field required.
• 0-2 years experience required.


Story Behind the Need - Business Group & Key Projects
• Position's Contributions to Work Group
• Team culture
• Surrounding team & key projects
• Purpose of this team
• Reason for the request Position's Contributions to Work Group:


This position is on the End to End Telematics Testing Team where the individual will work in a team environment utilizing simulation as well as actual Hardware in the Loop to test all aspects of the Cat Digital system including both onboard the machine as well as back office features.


The job does require local support and relocation to the Peoria area.


In this position, you will have the opportunity to develop your technical skills in software verification, troubleshooting, and test automation. You will be part of a global team and work closely with others to conduct release testing, resolve issues, automate testing, and investigate field issues involving both software and electronics.


Engineers must manage their own development, continuously learning through experience and staying abreast of technology. Key skills to be developed at this level are optimal techniques for utilizing vender/internal tools for verification/validation, knowledge of the NPI process, and communication skills.


Reason/motivation for request:


BackFill


Typical Day in the Role
• Typical task breakdown and rhythm
• Interaction level with team
• Work environment description Typical task breakdown:


Electronic Systems Test Engineers must perform complex analysis work, identifying and solving problems. Typical they are expected to:


- Clarify product requirements and ensure alignment with appropriate stakeholders


- - Assist in the creation of validation plans and use the acceptance criteria


- Evaluate existing validations controls, standard test procedures for effective risk mitigation


- Execute and/or coordinate execution of product tests utilizing HIL equipment with physical control ECU


- Analyze test results and summarize conclusions


- Document test conclusions with traceability


- Track product development issues to completion


- Communicate technical information to team members and other business units


- Generate and present accurate reports for validation thoroughness, status, and results


- Innovate for efficiency


Interaction with team:


- NA

Work environment:


- Onsite


Candidate Requirements
• Years of experience required
• Degrees or certifications required
• Disqualifiers
• Performance indicators Education & Experience Required:


- Engineering Bachelor's degree with at least 1-3years of experience OR


- Master's degree with at least 0-2 years of experience in an electronics controls field.

Technical Skills


(Required)


- Experience with HIL system testing and hardware setup / maintenance


- Experience with testing service tools and remote configuration of products

(Desired)


- Experience with developing test automation with Python


- Basic knowledge of Machine and Engine ECU's and software update processes.


- Basic knowledge of Machine Datalink architecture, including SAE J1939