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EPC Power is looking to add a Senior Software Engineer to our engineering team. In this role you will work with experienced engineers to lead the development of automated testing software.. This will include main assembly, sub assembly, and board level test test software development. You will be responsible for continuing the development efforts of production and engineering automated test fixtures, scaling up our test software capabilities across multiple sites.
Requirements:Responsibilities
- Leading the development efforts of software design for test fixtures used in production and engineering testing, includes test software requirements, test reporting, and databasing.
- Design software for mid/high volume manufacturing testing - bed of nails, inverter test fixtures on the sub assy and main assy levels
- Support verification test for new R&D products that may include test automation/fixturing
- Support commissioning of new test stands and validate proper functionality of hardware/software, safety, documentation & release to production
- Develop, coordinate, and participate in board and equipment functional testing, wiring checkout, FAT, and end of line testing
- Troubleshoot system software issues as needed
- Participate in design development and validation activities
- Document design work & presentations
- Occasional travel may be required (<10%)
Qualifications
- B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering or related discipline, M.Sc preferred
- 7+ years experience in related to job responsibilities
- Experience designing safety fixtures/circuits/plans for mid to high volume production line assemblies
- Strong understanding of NI test stand/LabVIEW architecture & best practices
- Previous experience working with MySQL/Postgres databasing
- Strong understanding of python
- Strong understanding of electrical circuits
- Interested in power electronics
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to work well within a team and clearly communicate technical progress and challenges
- Able to understand, maintain, and improve company electrical drawing standards
- Familiar with typical lab equipment including oscilloscopes, multimeters, soldering stations, signal generators, DAQ
Desired Skills
- Solid understanding of the fundamental concepts of electrical power
- Previous power electronics experience
- Experience designing analog/digital circuitry for high accuracy measurement systems
- Experience with typical commercial and industrial electrical power (480Vac, 3p)
Benefits
- 401(k) with company matching
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Disability and life insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Tuition reimbursement
EPC Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
EPC Power is looking to add a Senior Software Engineer to our engineering team. In this role you will work with experienced engineers to lead the development of automated testing software.. This will include main assembly, sub assembly, and board level test test software development. You will be responsible for continuing the development efforts of production and engineering automated test fixtures, scaling up our test software capabilities across multiple sites.
Requirements:Responsibilities
- Leading the development efforts of software design for test fixtures used in production and engineering testing, includes test software requirements, test reporting, and databasing.
- Design software for mid/high volume manufacturing testing - bed of nails, inverter test fixtures on the sub assy and main assy levels
- Support verification test for new R&D products that may include test automation/fixturing
- Support commissioning of new test stands and validate proper functionality of hardware/software, safety, documentation & release to production
- Develop, coordinate, and participate in board and equipment functional testing, wiring checkout, FAT, and end of line testing
- Troubleshoot system software issues as needed
- Participate in design development and validation activities
- Document design work & presentations
- Occasional travel may be required (<10%)
Qualifications
- B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering or related discipline, M.Sc preferred
- 7+ years experience in related to job responsibilities
- Experience designing safety fixtures/circuits/plans for mid to high volume production line assemblies
- Strong understanding of NI test stand/LabVIEW architecture & best practices
- Previous experience working with MySQL/Postgres databasing
- Strong understanding of python
- Strong understanding of electrical circuits
- Interested in power electronics
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to work well within a team and clearly communicate technical progress and challenges
- Able to understand, maintain, and improve company electrical drawing standards
- Familiar with typical lab equipment including oscilloscopes, multimeters, soldering stations, signal generators, DAQ
Desired Skills
- Solid understanding of the fundamental concepts of electrical power
- Previous power electronics experience
- Experience designing analog/digital circuitry for high accuracy measurement systems
- Experience with typical commercial and industrial electrical power (480Vac, 3p)
Benefits
- 401(k) with company matching
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Disability and life insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Tuition reimbursement
EPC Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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- Northrop Grumman71
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in senior test engineer jobs.
- 5+ years of hands-on software or hardware testing experience in a professional environment
- Proficiency with automation frameworks such as Selenium, Cypress, pytest, or TestNG
- Experience writing and maintaining test plans, test cases, and defect reports
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions
- Strong programming or scripting skills in Python, Java, or JavaScript
- ISTQB certification or equivalent formal testing credential preferred by many employers
Tips for Your Senior Test Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to the testing stack
Hiring managers scan for the exact tools in the job description, so if the role lists Selenium, pytest, or JIRA, those words need to appear in your experience section with concrete context, not just a skills list at the bottom.
Quantify defects caught and coverage gains
Generic claims like 'improved quality' don't move senior-level hiring committees. Replace them with specifics: how many defects you caught before release, how much test coverage increased, or how much faster CI pipelines ran after your automation work.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists senior test engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by domain, not just title
A senior test engineer role in medical devices requires FDA validation knowledge, while one in embedded automotive demands AUTOSAR or ISO 26262 experience. Filter by industry first so your domain expertise works in your favor, not against you.
Prepare a live demo of your test framework
Many senior-level interviews include a technical screen where you walk through existing automation code. Have a GitHub repo or local project ready that shows your framework design decisions, not just passing tests, so reviewers can see how you think architecturally.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate salary
In senior test engineer offers, clarify whether you own framework architecture, manage junior testers, or both before discussing compensation. Scope differences at this level can mean entirely different career trajectories, and misalignment is harder to fix after you start.
Senior Test Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most senior test engineers?
The companies hiring the most senior test engineers right now include Northrop Grumman, Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG), and Lockheed Martin, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Colorado, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand is consistent across software product companies, defense contractors, and medical device manufacturers.
How many senior test engineer jobs are remote?
About 40% of senior test engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, though availability varies significantly by specialization. Automation and software QA roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while embedded systems and hardware testing positions are far more likely to require on-site work due to physical lab equipment.
How do you become a senior test engineer?
Most senior test engineers start in a junior QA or test analyst role, building expertise in manual testing before moving into automation. From there, you develop a specialty, such as performance testing, embedded systems, or security testing, take ownership of framework design, and mentor junior team members. Earning a certification like ISTQB Advanced reinforces the credibility needed for senior-level hiring decisions.
Can you get hired as a senior test engineer without direct senior-level experience?
You can make a strong case without a prior senior title if you can show senior-level output in a mid-level role. Document framework ownership, cross-team test strategy work, or situations where you drove quality decisions without direct management support. Hiring managers at this level weigh demonstrated impact over job titles, especially in fast-moving product companies.
What does the senior test engineer interview process look like?
Most senior test engineer interviews include a recruiter screening call, a technical phone screen covering your automation approach and language proficiency, and a take-home or live coding exercise focused on test design rather than algorithm puzzles. A final loop typically includes a system design or framework architecture discussion and a behavioral panel assessing how you've handled quality issues at scale.
Where can I find and apply to senior test engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to senior test engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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