Real Time Test Engineer

Job Posting

Join a cutting-edge initiative focused on extracting real-time data from Allen-Bradley PLCs on a medical device manufacturing line. The goal is to transform raw industrial data into actionable business intelligence. The customer has a working proof of concept and is seeking a seasoned engineer to assist with the testing, validation, and hardening of the solution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Enhance and validate the existing PLC data extraction solution.
• Design and execute comprehensive testing strategies including: fuzz testing, load testing, and unit testing using xUnit/NUnit.
• Develop and maintain test harnesses and frameworks in Python.
• Configure and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Git, and Bitbucket.
• Create and manage Dockerfiles for containerized test environments.
• Analyze, test, and troubleshoot communication protocols including TCP/IP and CIP.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure solution scalability and reliability.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• 10+ years of professional experience in software engineering and test automation.
• Strong proficiency in C# and Python.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipeline configuration and Docker.
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP and CIP (Common Industrial Protocol).
• Experience with Jenkins, Git, and Bitbucket.
• Proven ability to design and execute advanced testing strategies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs and industrial automation systems.
• Knowledge of industrial data analytics and business intelligence platforms.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $70.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type:

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 29, 2025.

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