Senior System Test Engineer

About Topcon Positioning Group

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.

Topcon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

Senior System Test Engineer – Local Testing Facility, Livermore.

• Develop test plans that meet new product delivery schedules.
• Author test procedures for new features and regression testing to ensure repeatable and thorough testing.
• Execute Product Validation and Verification efficiently and effectively.
• Mentor and develop a team of QA and System Test Engineers.
• Build cross‑functional relationships and champion teams to deliver multiple projects in a fast‑paced, highly innovative environment.
• Drive quality and compliance throughout Topcon’s software development/QA testing process.
• 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 produce verification reporting.
• Provide input into technical changes to hardware and hardware development.
• Provide technical advice to Topcon staff worldwide on Topcon products.
• Analyze, 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.
• Report hazards to supervisor/manager and/or health and safety representatives and take reasonable steps to protect health and safety.
• Maintain knowledge of equal opportunity principles and expectations regarding discrimination, harassment and bullying.

• 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 and a methodical approach to testing.
• Negotiation skills.
• Time management and organisational skills – ability to handle multiple, simultaneous tasks.
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Participation in a team environment.

• 5+ years in a QA engineering test software development environment.
• Team management experience, including mentoring and developing a team of QA/Test Engineers.
• Experience operating autonomously across multiple teams and projects.
• Knowledge in designing test tools and frameworks.
• Experience supporting, maintaining, testing and installing 3D machine control systems.
• Sound survey knowledge and understanding of GPS technology.
• Competence in operating Dozer, Grader, Excavator, Skid Steer Loader is desirable.

Degree in Surveying/Engineering/QA/related field or equivalent work experience. Driving license required.

Base pay: $130,000 – $180,000 (Annualized).…