Software Test Engineer

Waterloo, Iowa - Full Time

Productive Resources (www.productiveresources.com) is seeking a candidate to be part of our engineering team at John Deere's facility in Waterloo, IA. As a member of our team, the selected candidate will perform basic product design, testing and/or analysis work for a defined portion of a project. Operate in a team environment, provide input to design solutions, and participate in design reviews. Develop recommendations within established guidelines; work and decisions are reviewed by supervisors before implementation.

This full-time position is indefinite in duration with the opportunity of professional growth, and additional opportunities within our organization. 

Duties:

• Create the tractor sub-system software verification test plan for the features being delivered and defects being fixed once per software planning session (that is, once every two-month period).
• Define the appropriate level of regression testing required in each round of testing.
• Increase test case automation for the control subsystem.
• Be accountable for software verification and test execution.
• Be responsible for tracking metrics as defined by the Software Test Supervisor (requirements to test case coverage, test case data, test results, defects found, defects escaped).
• Assure the availability of test environments (Model in the Loop (MiL), Software in the Loop (SiL), Hardware in the Loop (HiL), Vehicle in the Loop (ViL).) and define which test environments to use based on the test strategy.



Requirements:

• One or more years of experience working in mechatronics; including a solid understanding of electrical and electronics, hydraulics, and mechanical systems.
• One or more years of control system experience preferably related to propulsion systems and/or agriculture equipment.
• One or more years of experience with embedded control systems in either product development or product test.
• One or more years of experience with electronic test tools and simulation tools to assist in analysis and verification.
• Bachelors of Science in Electronics/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Technology, or other relevant disciplines.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working with Model Based Software Design (MBSD) and/or system simulation (For example, experience using Matlab or Simulink).
• Experience working with test case automation tools (For example, experience using ECU-Test).
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum software development environment.
• One or more years of experience with CAN bus and tools used for testing and analysis.
• Experience operating Agricultural / off-road equipment.
• ISTQB (International Software Testing Qualifications Board) Certification or equivalent.

As a condition of employment consideration, Productive Resources conducts pre-employment screening, including a background check and drug test. In addition, an employment candidate must provide proof of identity and legal authority to work in the United States.

Why work for Productive Resources? 

Productive Resources is a full-service engineering firm with over two decades of experience serving leading global clients. Our expertise is project-based product development and manufacturing engineering support. Our primary focus industries are off highway equipment including agricultural, construction, defense, mining, recreational, industrial, and specialty machines.

We lead with our reputation for quality, teamwork, and innovative solutions. We invest in our people, providing resources and opportunities for ongoing development. Our workplace fosters innovation, prioritizes the well-being of our team, and encourages creativity. Our diverse experience and client base will challenge your technical skills and provide greater opportunities for growth.

We Offer Competitive Benefits:

• Health and Dental Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Short-term Disability
• Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)
• Flexible Spending Plans for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Equal Opportunity and Veteran Friendly