Integration Test Engineer

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6 months ago

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Do you have a keen eye for detail and a drive to automate testing for efficiency and accuracy?
Are you passionate about testing complex software systems and making sure everything works perfectly together?

You could be the perfect fit for our Integration Test Engineer role!

As an Integration Test Engineer you will be responsible for testing and integration of the mechanical and functional aspects of the automated materials handling solution and systems. This includes creating and managing the test strategy, test plan and test documentation.

What is in it for you?

Company vehicle/ allowance
Flexibility: Based in Kettering, Northants, this role offers a hybrid working option,
Career development opportunities
Become a member of an Employee-owned trust
Cycle to work scheme
Option to buy additional leave
Option to join Private medical insurance

What will you be doing?
Typical tests you will be covering include: Materials handling cycle tests, Stress testing of warehouse control systems, Functionality and User Acceptance Testing and Site Acceptance Testing.
In addition, you will coordinate multi-disciplined teams on site
You will check and ensure that these teams have delivered the solution in line with the contractual agreements.
This is a client facing role that will need to demonstrate a strong understanding of the solution and manage the client’s expectations.

What are we looking for?
Mechanical or Electrical qualification
Quality Assurance or testing experience
2 years’experience of automated warehouse systems that work in conjunction of a WMS application in Logistex or other companies
A broad understanding of PLC control and sensors for industrial automation applications with relation to automated warehouse systems

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