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# Safety Software Test Engineer

- **Company:** Nordex SE
- **Location:** Hamburg, Germany
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, Ethernet, Python (Programming Language), Regression Testing, Real Time Simulation, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Safety Critical Systems, Information Technology
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.nordex-online.com/talentcommunity/apply/1094859501/?locale=en_US

## About the Role

* Degree in Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, Automation Technology, or a comparable field
 * Practical experience in software testing, ideally in safety-critical systems, embedded systems, automation technology, or a comparable technical environment
 * Sound knowledge of the Machinery Directive and ISO 13849-2-related processes
 * Strong Python skills; experience with Exam MicroNova is an advantage
 * Familiarity with Ethernet technologies, bus systems, and real-time simulation systems
 * Knowledge of WINMOD simulations is a plus for creating, executing, and analysing software tests
 * Ability to understand technical specifications and translate them into reliable test concepts and test cases
 * Certification as a software tester, for example ISTQB, is desirable
 * Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively and reliably in an international engineering environment
 * Structured, analytical, and responsible working style with a strong quality and safety mindset
 * Fluent English skills; German or Spanish language skills are a plus

## Description

* Analyze functional and safety-related software requirements and translate them into structured test specifications and test cases
 * Develop, automate, and execute test routines for safety-critical software used in wind turbine systems
 * Program and maintain automated test cases using Exam MicroNova and Python
 * Configure, operate, and further develop real-time simulation environments for testing safety-related software functionalities
 * Perform safety software tests, analyze test results, identify deviations, and document findings in a clear and traceable manner
 * Create, review, and maintain technical documentation and test specifications in accordance with ISO 13849-2 and the Machinery Directive
 * Support regression testing as part of the software release process and continuously improve automated test systems
 * Collaborate closely with software development, system engineering, safety engineering, and other cross-functional stakeholders to verify and validate software specifications
 * Contribute to the continuous improvement of test methods, tools, and processes within the safety software testing environment


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