Embedded system Test Engineer

Ralliant
Glasgow, UK
27 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Analog Electronics Software Applications Systems Engineering Automation of Tests C Sharp (Programming Language) Communications Protocols Computer Engineering Linux Firmware Global Positioning Systems (GPS) Revision Control Systems Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation
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Networking Hardware Python (Programming Language) LabVIEW Network Troubleshooting Modbus Network Monitoring Packet Analyzer Scrum Methodology Regression Testing Serial Communications Verification and Validation (Software) Strategies of Testing Wireshark Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter Network Switches Scripting PIC Microcontroller Git System-level Testing Integration Tests Process Control Systems Hardware Infrastructure Vulnerability Analysis Programming Languages

Job description

  • Validation and verification of embedded systems incorporating processors, microcontrollers, Linux-based platforms, and analog/digital I/O subsystems.
  • Design, development, and execution of test plans for hardware components integrated with firmware and software.
  • Development of automated test tools, test frameworks, and simulation environments for hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and system-level testing.
  • Execution of integration testing across hardware, firmware, networking, and application software layers.
  • Support for regulatory and compliance testing activities, including CE, UL, IEC, IEEE, EMC, and environmental verification.
  • Investigation and root-cause analysis of complex system issues using electrical test equipment, protocol analysis tools, network monitoring tools, and system logs.
  • Collaboration with hardware, firmware, software, and systems engineering teams to ensure robust product validation and long-term reliability.
  • Use of Agile Scrum methodologies to support validation activities, continuous improvement, and product quality initiatives.

Requirements

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent.
  • Industry experience, including at least three years in embedded systems validation, hardware verification, or test automation within a laboratory or production environment.
  • Strong understanding of embedded systems, digital and analogue electronics, and electrical engineering principles.
  • Experience developing automated test solutions using scripting or programming languages such as Python, C#, LabVIEW, or similar.
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and drive high-performance validation strategies.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, interpersonal, and technical communication skills.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience with cabinet wiring, electrical safety, circuit protection, and industrial control systems.
  • Hands-on experience using oscilloscopes, digital multimeters (DMMs), signal generators, and other laboratory instrumentation for verification and validation activities.
  • Experience with networking equipment, managed Ethernet switches, GPS, PTP, NTP, or other precision timing technologies.
  • Experience troubleshooting network communications using packet capture and analysis tools such as Wireshark.
  • Experience with industrial communication protocols including IEC 61850, DNP3, Modbus, and related testing methodologies.
  • Experience developing automated test harnesses, regression test systems, and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test environments.
  • Familiarity with protocol testing tools such as IEC Browser, IED Scout, Modbus Poll, and Modbus Slave.
  • Exposure to fault location, digital fault recording (DFR), power quality (PQ), synchrophasor (PMU), condition monitoring, or other grid power system applications.
  • Experience with Linux-based embedded platforms and use of version control tools such as Git.
  • Knowledge of serial communication interfaces including UART, SPI, I²C, CAN, or RS-485.
  • Exposure to cybersecurity testing, vulnerability assessment, secure communications protocols, or IEC 62443 requirements would be advantageous.

About the company

Ralliant stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life-faster, smarter, and more reliably.

Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. From power generation and transmission to industrial automation and critical infrastructure, our technologies help customers monitor, protect, and optimize their most valuable assets.

At Ralliant, we’re building the future together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world., Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life - faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we’re building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world.

About Qualitrol

QUALITROL manufactures monitoring and protection devices for high value electrical assets and OEM manufacturing companies. Established in 1945, QUALITROL produces thousands of different types of products on demand and customized to meet our individual customers’ needs. We are the largest and most trusted global leader for partial discharge monitoring, asset protection equipment and information products across power generation, transmission, and distribution. At Qualitrol, we are redefining condition-based monitoring.

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