Senior System Test Engineer

Topcon Positioning Group is headquartered in Livermore, California, USA ().

We design, manufacture and distribute productivity tools for developing a brighter future. Whether cultivating the earth or building upon it, Topcon brings innovation in workflow automation and seamless connectivity of data to construction, geopositioning and agriculture industries focused on developing a sustainable tomorrow.

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Topcon Positioning Systems (TPS) is looking for a qualified individual to fill the role of Senior System Test Engineer for the local testing facility in Livermore. This person will be responsible for testing Topcon's full product line of Construction and Machine Control solutions.

• Developing test plans that meet new product delivery schedules.
• Author test procedures for new features and regression testing that ensure repeatable and thorough testing.
• Execute Product Validation and Verification in an efficient and effective manner.
• Mentor and develop a team of QA and System Test Engineers
• Build cross‑functional relationships and champion teams to successfully deliver multiple projects in a fast‑paced, highly innovative environment.
• Drive quality and compliance throughout Topcon’s software development/QA testing process and Topcon’s products.
• Manage the quality assurance of complete machine control systems including new hardware and software components designed locally and other Topcon global development offices
• Provide expertise to engineering and product development teams in all areas of software quality and identify meaningful trends and practices so products are released quickly and confidently.
• Assist in the design and implementation of policies and procedures for testing and evaluate the precision and accuracy of products and/or equipment.
• Support software development, diagnose performance issues, reproduce issues reported by customers, perform bench and field testing of software, and verification reporting.
• Provide input into technical changes to hardware and hardware development.
• Provide technical advice to Topcon staff worldwide on Topcon products.
• Analyse, recommend and implement process changes within the team to improve quality and productivity.
• Provide feedback to employees on quality and quantity of work performed.
• Ensure the required Topcon systems are set up and installed on machines, in good working order and ready for testing when required.
• Coordinate machine usage.
• Perform other duties as required.

• Comply with the requirements of the Topcon Management System
• Comply with the requirements of the Topcon Employee Handbook and Topcon Global Code of Conduct
• Employees are responsible for reporting hazards to their supervisor/manager and/or health and safety representatives and for taking reasonable steps to protect the health and safety of any person who may be immediately affected or threatened by workplace activity
• Employees maintain knowledge of equal opportunity principles including discrimination, harassment and bullying expectations

• Self‑motivated and able to work without supervision.
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced problem solving skills.
• Computer skills in basic Microsoft Office suite
• Attention to detail, methodical approach to testing.
• Negotiation skills
• Time management and organisational skills – ability to handle multiple, simultaneous work tasks.
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Strong analytical skills
• Participate in a team environment.

• 5 + years’ industry experience in a QA engineering test software development environment.
• Team management experience including supporting, mentoring, developing team of QA/Test Engineers
• Experience operating autonomously across multiple teams and projects.
• Knowledge in designing test tools and frameworks
• Experience in supporting,…