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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
As a Firmware Test Engineer, you will develop functional and system-level tests for embedded firmware products, including motor drives and power converters. You will work with firmware and software developers, test engineers, and test technicians to improve test coverage, automate test activities, investigate product issues, and help deliver reliable products.
You will report to the Engineering Test Manager and have a hybrid schedule working in Katowice, Poland.
Your Responsibilities:
- Develop functional and system-level test plans and test cases for embedded firmware products using Functional Requirements Specifications (FRS) and High-Level Design Documents (HLDD).
- Design, build, and maintain test setups and automated test stations, including software test scripts developed in Python or another common programming language.
- Create and improve test procedures, test scripts, and implementation documentation following the Common Development Process, while maintaining clear engineering records of test conditions, analysis, results, and design decisions.
- Collaborate with firmware and software developers to identify test opportunities, investigate product issues, and improve test applications, methods, and coverage.
- Provide daily technical guidance and training to test technicians assigned to projects, and contribute to common processes and continuous improvement within the test organization.
The Essentials - You Will Have:
- A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, electronics, automation, computer engineering, software engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant professional experience.
- Hands-on experience testing embedded firmware, software-controlled products, or electronic systems at functional or system level.
- 1+ years of experience developing test scripts in Python or another commonly used programming language.
- Experience reading and applying product requirements, design documentation, test plans, and test procedures.
- Practical knowledge of electrical or electronic measurement equipment and safe laboratory working practices.
The Preferred - You Might Also Have:
- Experience testing variable frequency drives, power converters, industrial automation products and PLCs or similar electronics equipment.
- Experience developing automated test systems, test fixtures, data acquisition solutions, or hardware-in-the-loop test environments.
- Knowledge of firmware and product development lifecycles, defect investigation, root-cause analysis, and requirements-based testing
What We Offer:
- Medical Plan - Includes coverage for partners and children. Paid by Rockwell, subject to tax and social security contributions payable by you.
- Medicover Sport Program - Includes a sports card with weekly entries to sports, recreation and wellbeing facilities within the Medicover network.
- Pension Scheme - Participation in Employee Capital Plans (PPK), a voluntary long-term retirement savings program provided following statutory requirements.
- Life insurance - Group life insurance, including disability coverage. Paid by Rockwell, subject to tax and social security contributions payable by you.
- MyBenefit Platform - Access to a flexible benefits platform, with monthly points allocated by the employer.
- Lunch Card – Monthly meal vouchers through the Edenred card.
- OnTrack - A wellbeing platform that encourages movement and healthy habits.
- Employee Assistance Program - Access to personal coaching and resources to support physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing goals.
- Calm Premium - Tools for relaxation, meditation, focus and sleep.
At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles.
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