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Woodward, Inc. · 5 days ago

Staff/Senior Staff Test Engineer

Fort Collins - Drake Campus

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$113K/yr - $181K/yr

Woodward, Inc. is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. They are seeking a Staff/Senior Staff Test Engineer to design and implement comprehensive testing strategies, lead complex testing projects, and innovate testing solutions to enhance product quality and reliability.

Consumer Goods

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop Testing Strategies: Designs comprehensive testing plans and methodologies to ensure thorough evaluation of software quality and performance

Lead Complex Testing Projects: Manages and directs multifaceted testing initiatives, coordinating cross functional teams to achieve project objectives

Innovate Testing Solutions: Identifies and implements advanced testing tools and techniques to enhance efficiency and accuracy in the testing process

Analyze and Report Defects: Evaluates test data, identifies critical issues, and communicates findings to stakeholders to drive product improvements

Advanced Controls Systems Knowledge: Demonstrates a solid understanding of PLCs and automation. Implements robotics, vision systems, linear actuators, servos, VFDs, motion control, and motor control. Proficient in ladder logic, arrays, tags, programming, SCADA, and the deployment of complex HMIs. Possesses a thorough understanding of data acquisition hardware and associated programming

Mentor and Guide Team: Provides leadership and technical expertise to the testing team, fostering an environment of continuous learning and problem solving

Serve as Technical Expert: Provides advanced expertise in testing methodologies and tools, guiding teams through complex technical challenges

Develop Testing Strategies: Designs and implements comprehensive testing strategies that align with organizational goals and industry best practices

Lead Complex Projects: Manages high risk, multifaceted testing initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and effective resource utilization

Innovate Problem Solutions: Identifies and resolves unique testing issues using innovative approaches, enhancing overall product quality and reliability

Communicate with Stakeholders: Articulates complex testing concepts and results to senior leadership, influencing strategic decision making and resource allocation

Implements Advanced Controls Systems: Implements site wide automation projects in robotics, vision systems, linear actuators, servos, VFDs, motion control, and motor control. Highly proficient in PLC’s, ladder logic, arrays, tags, programming, SCADA, and the deployment of complex HMIs. Possesses a thorough understanding of data acquisition hardware and associated programming

Qualification

Testing MethodologiesAutomation ExpertiseAdvanced Controls SystemsProject ManagementAnalytical SkillsStrategic LeadershipComplex Problem SolvingTechnical MentorshipProcess ImprovementInfluencingEffective CommunicationCross Functional Collaboration

Required

Develop Testing Strategies: Designs comprehensive testing plans and methodologies to ensure thorough evaluation of software quality and performance

Lead Complex Testing Projects: Manages and directs multifaceted testing initiatives, coordinating cross functional teams to achieve project objectives

Innovate Testing Solutions: Identifies and implements advanced testing tools and techniques to enhance efficiency and accuracy in the testing process

Analyze and Report Defects: Evaluates test data, identifies critical issues, and communicates findings to stakeholders to drive product improvements

Mentor and Guide Team: Provides leadership and technical expertise to the testing team, fostering an environment of continuous learning and problem solving

Advanced Technical Expertise: Mastery of testing frameworks, methodologies, and relevant technologies essential for effective testing processes

Strategic Leadership: Ability to lead cross functional teams and provide technical guidance to drive project success

Complex Problem Solving: Skilled in addressing and resolving intricate technical challenges through innovative and effective solutions

Analytical Thinking: Utilizes sophisticated analysis to assess situations, interpret data, and inform strategic decision making

Project Management: Proficient in managing and delivering complex testing projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely achievement of objectives

Process Optimization: Recommends and implements best practices to enhance testing processes and improve overall technology solutions

Effective Communication: Capable of clearly articulating complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders, facilitating understanding and collaboration

Cross functional Collaboration: Establishes and maintains relationships across multiple teams and departments to achieve common project goals

Automation Expertise: Proficient in developing and maintaining automated testing solutions to increase efficiency and accuracy in testing procedures

Technical Mentorship: Guides and advises team members and leadership on best practices and technical challenges, fostering professional growth and expertise

Serve as Technical Expert: Provides advanced expertise in testing methodologies and tools, guiding teams through complex technical challenges

Develop Testing Strategies: Designs and implements comprehensive testing strategies that align with organizational goals and industry best practices

Lead Complex Projects: Manages high risk, multifaceted testing initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and effective resource utilization

Innovate Problem Solutions: Identifies and resolves unique testing issues using innovative approaches, enhancing overall product quality and reliability

Communicate with Stakeholders: Articulates complex testing concepts and results to senior leadership, influencing strategic decision making and resource allocation

Implements Advanced Controls Systems: Implements site wide automation projects in robotics, vision systems, linear actuators, servos, VFDs, motion control, and motor control. Highly proficient in PLC's, ladder logic, arrays, tags, programming, SCADA, and the deployment of complex HMIs. Possesses a thorough understanding of data acquisition hardware and associated programming

Technical Expertise: In depth knowledge of testing methodologies, tools, and frameworks relevant to the field

Strategic Thinking: Ability to anticipate industry trends and align testing strategies with business objectives

Problem Solving: Skill in addressing unique, complex challenges with innovative and effective solutions

Leadership: Proven capability to lead cross functional projects and mentor junior engineers

Communication: Proficient in conveying complex ideas clearly to senior leadership and stakeholders

Project Management: Skilled in managing high risk, complex testing initiatives from planning to execution

Analytical Skills: Expertise in analyzing data to identify issues and drive continuous improvement in testing processes

Influencing: Ability to persuade and influence senior level decisionmakers to adopt new testing approaches

Cross Functional Collaboration: Experience in collaborating with various departments to enhance product quality

Process Improvement: Competent in developing and implementing tools and processes to address strategic testing issues

Benefits

401(k) match (4.5%)

Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)

Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members

12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.

Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire

Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.

Paid parental leave.

Adoption Assistance

Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.

Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life

Member referral bonus

Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending

Voluntary benefits, including:

Home / Auto Insurance discounts

Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Company

Woodward, Inc.

Glassdoor3.6

Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacture, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets.

Founded in 1870