Safety Software Test Engineer (m/f/d)

As a Safety Software Test Engineer (m/f/d), you will play a key role in ensuring the safety, reliability, and quality of our wind turbine software. Your focus will be on developing, automating, executing, and evaluating safety-critical test routines in an international, cross-functional engineering environment. 

We would like to ask you to provide your application in english.

YOUR TASKS

• 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

YOUR PROFILE

• 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

YOUR BENEFITS

Nordex offers a range of attractive benefits – here’s a selection of what you can look forward to.

#GreenerFuture: Shape a sustainable future with us – your work makes a real contribution to the environment.

#Flexibility: Work-life balance is important to us – we offer flexible working hours, various working time models, and up to 8 days of mobile work per month.

#Mobility: We promote sustainable mobility – we support you with an 80% subsidy for the public transportation ticket (Deutschlandticket) and a €15 employer contribution for bike leasing.

#CareForTomorrow: With our company pension scheme, you secure a financial advantage for the future – complemented by the option of occupational disability insurance.

#Health: Your health matters to us – benefit from health days, company sports activities, office yoga, and free support from the pme Family Service.

#Holiday: We offer you 30 days of vacation per year based on a full-time position, plus December 24th and 31st off.

#OneCompany: Stronger together – with over 10,000 employees from 95 nations, we promote an international and collegial corporate culture.

#CorporateBenefits: Saving made easy – enjoy attractive discounts on travel, tech, and much more.

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Nordex adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. All employment decisions are made without regard to religion, age, sex, color, national origin, handicap, or other protected class and are in full compliance with all federal and state laws.

Severely disabled applicants and applicants of equal status will be given special consideration in the event of equal suitability.

In principle, employment is also possible on a part-time basis.