Senior System Test Engineer

Job Description

**Senior System Test Engineer**

**Experience**

6--10 Years

**Employment Type**

Full-Time

**Work Location**

Pune

**Work Mode**

Hybrid (4 Days Work from Office \| 1 Day Work from Home)

**About the Role**

We are looking for an experienced **Senior System Test Engineer** with strong expertise in PLC programming, motion control, industrial automation, and system testing. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in designing, testing, commissioning, and validating industrial automation systems, with a strong understanding of motion control, robotics, servo drives, and fieldbus communication technologies.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to work on advanced automation solutions, collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams, and contribute to the development and testing of high-quality industrial automation products.

**Key Responsibilities**

* Design, develop, and execute system tests for complete industrial automation solutions.

* Analyze functional and technical requirements to design comprehensive system test scenarios.

* Develop, review, and execute PLC-based system test cases.

* Test motion control and robotics-related PLC function blocks before product release.

* Program PLCs using Ladder Logic, Structured Text, and Function Blocks.

* Configure and commission Servo Drives, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), and Inverters.

* Develop and validate motion control applications for servo drives and multi-axis systems.

* Configure and commission PLC Backplane I/O and Remote I/O using industrial Fieldbus technologies.

* Perform Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for machine automation and turnkey projects.

* Work on machine automation solutions involving robotics, drive groups, and multi-axis control systems.

* Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve system-level issues during testing and commissioning.

* Collaborate with software, electrical, and mechanical engineering teams to ensure successful project execution.

* Follow established testing processes, quality standards, and documentation practices.

* Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and testing efficiency.

**Mandatory Skills** **PLC Programming**

* Minimum 6 years of hands-on experience in PLC Programming.

* Ladder Logic

* Structured Text

* Function Blocks

**Motion Control**

* Minimum 6 years of hands-on experience in Motion Control Programming.

* Servo Drives

* Multi-Axis Motion Control

* Robotics Programming

**Industrial Automation**

* Servo Drive Configuration and Commissioning

* Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)

* Inverters

* PLC Commissioning

* Machine Automation Projects

* Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)

* Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)

**Industrial Communication Protocols**

Hands-on experience with one or more of the following:

* Ethernet/IP

* PROFINET

* EtherCAT

* Ethernet PowerLINK

* CAN

* PROFIBUS

* ControlNET

* DeviceNET

**PLC Configuration**

* PLC Backplane I/O Configuration

* Remote I/O Configuration

**Qualifications**

* B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, or Mechatronics Engineering

**OR**

* M.Sc. in Electrical or Electronics

**Note:** Diploma holders are not eligible for this role.

**Core Competencies**

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

* Self-motivated with a proactive approach.

* Strong ownership and accountability.

* Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

* Positive attitude with a strong willingness to learn new technologies.

* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

**Preferred Skills**

* Electrical Wiring Design for Control Panels.

* Experience in Manual Testing.

* Experience working in Agile development environments.

**What We're Looking For**

* Strong hands-on experience in PLC programming and industrial automation.

* Proven expertise in configuring and commissioning Servo Drives, VFDs, and motion control systems.

* Experience in machine automation and turnkey project execution.

* Hands-on experience with Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).

* Strong knowledge of industrial communication protocols and PLC I/O configuration.

* Excellent communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills.

* A proactive mindset with a strong "can-do" attitude.

* Stable employment history with consistent project experience.

* Candidates currently based in Pune or willing to relocate to Pune are preferred.

* Candidates with an immediate to 30-day notice period are preferred. Candidates serving up to a 60-day notice period may also be considered.

**Why Join Us?**

* Opportunity to work on cutting-edge industrial automation technologies.

* Exposure to large-scale machine automation and motion control projects.

* Collaborative engineering culture with continuous learning opportunities.

* Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance.

* Comprehensive employee benefits, including medical coverage and paid leaves.

* Long-term career growth in a global engineering environment.