QA/Test Engineer (Automated Test Benches)
QA/Test Engineer (Automated Test Benches)
QA/Test Engineer (Automated Test Benches)
Porto, Portugal
SpotLIGHT of the job
As part of the Zumtobel Group, Tridonic Portugal is home to our growing Software Competence Center. Founded in 2019, our site in Vila Nova de Gaia hosts an expanding team of software engineers working on embedded intelligence for smart lighting. We are looking for an Embedded Software QA/Test Engineer who combines hands-on lab validation with strong, structured documentation. You will define and communicate test flows using Visio and execute them on automated benches built in LabVIEW using NI-VISA and data acquisition (DAQ/DAS) systems.
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and execute comprehensive test strategies for embedded systems in lighting applications. Analyze and challenge existing test flows ; identify weaknesses and drive improvements with critical insight and structured thinking. Design and maintain Microsoft Visio flowcharts that describe test sequences, decision logic, and bench setup; keep them version-controlled. Develop, maintain, and run automated test sequences in LabVIEW, including instrument control via NI-VISA and DAQ/DAS integration (for example, NI-DAQ). Set up and maintain test benches (fixtures, wiring, calibration checks, safety checks) and troubleshoot instrumentation and connectivity issues. Collaborate with R&D engineers to ensure test coverage aligns with technical specifications and real-world use cases. Validate product functionality and robustness through functional, regression, and system-level testing. Generate detailed test reports and documentation for certification and compliance. Propose, implement, and maintain code and tools that support automated and continuous testing.
Skills & Experience
We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all the requirements. Your motivation and potential matter more than perfection: A degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field. Solid experience in embedded systems testing/validation in a laboratory environment , including structured manual testing and test automation. Proficiency with Microsoft Visio for flowcharting ; ability to express complex test logic unambiguously. Hands-on LabVIEW experience for test automation (modular design, maintainability, and troubleshooting). Experience controlling lab instruments via NI-VISA and working with DAQ/DAS systems ; familiarity with common lab equipment (DMM, oscilloscope, power supply, etc.). Hands-on experience with test equipment, lab instrumentation, and measurement techniques. Knowledge of Windows and Linux environments, version control systems (e.g., Git), and continuous integration workflows. Strong critical thinking skills and a proactive, improvement-oriented mindset. Python skills for data analysis, test utilities, or integration are a plus (not mandatory). Bonus points for experience with DALI. Effective communication skills and a strong sense of collaboration in cross-functional teams. Fluency in Portuguese and professional working proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
What we offer
Flexible working hours. Lunch Vouchers. Private Health Insurance. Transport Subsidy: Financial support to cover commuting costs for employees.
What matters to us
We understand not only the power of the visible, but also the
invisible. Like light, diversity is intangible, but it is
perceptible. We value the uniqueness of every person and see this
as a driver of innovation. Qualified applicants will be considered
regardless of, for example, origin, skin color, gender, religion,
age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or disability.
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Talent Acquisition Partner
Lucia Costa
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+351 918 662 840
Who we are
We at Tridonic are a leading global player in lighting technology that produces innovative hardware
and software for smart and sustainable lighting solutions. At Tridonic, we are passionate about
designing, developing, and producing smart lighting solutions. We continuously push the boundaries
in our search for perfection by making lighting smarter, connected and more sustainable. Our
hardware, software and services guide and empower our B2B customers and business partners into a
new world of opportunities by superior quality, maximum reliability, and impressive energy
savings. Tridonic is a company of the Austrian based Zumtobel Group.
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