Test Automation Engineer

North Reading, Massachusetts . Posted 4 months ago

The role

The Test Automation Engineer will support system integration testing across hardware and software components. You will develop HIL and SIL test environments and build automated test frameworks for robotic systems.

What you will do

Support system integration testing across hardware and software components
Develop and maintain HIL and SIL test environments
Define and manage requirements traceability and test case mapping
Track defects and test progress using tools like Jira, TestRail, or similar
Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and reliability standards
Work cross-functionally with robotics, controls, firmware, and product teams
Build automated test frameworks and supporting tooling
Create and execute validation strategies for robotic systems
Integrate software, hardware, controls, and networking components into automated testing solutions
Develop test plans covering functional, performance, and reliability requirements

Required qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, or related field
3+ years (mid-level) or 5+ years (senior) experience in HW/SW testing or validation
Experience testing robotics, embedded systems, or autonomous platforms
Proficiency in Python, C++, or similar programming languages
Strong understanding of system integration and debugging methodologies
Ability to troubleshoot complex hardware/software interactions

Nice to have

Experience building HIL systems from the ground up
Robotics experience
SDET or Quality Engineering background
Exposure to AI-driven automation technologies
Knowledge of safety-critical systems and operational environments

Benefits

mentorship
career growth opportunities
comprehensive benefits

Before you apply

All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire

About the company

ALTEN Technology USA is an engineering company with 3,000+ experts across North America. They partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.