Senior Test Automation Engineer

Test Automation Engineer (Full-Time, On-Site, Temporary)About the Role: On behalf of our client, we are seeking an experienced Test Automation Engineer to join their R&D Engineering team in Hinwil (Zürich) for an exciting project running from 01.12.2026 to 31.07.2027.
In this key role, you will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and harmonizing automated verification and product test solutions across multiple environments to ensure their products meet the highest quality standards and customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, maintain, and execute automated verification and product tests using Python and Robot Framework.
• Drive the improvement, standardization, and harmonization of existing automated test frameworks, tool chains, and verification environments.
• Ensure end-to-end requirements-based verification and traceability across requirements, test cases, and test results.
• Integrate automated test suites seamlessly into modern CI/CD pipelines and support streamlined DevOps workflows.
• Conduct Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing, perform structured data analysis, and execute root cause analysis to troubleshoot complex hardware and software issues.
• Collaborate closely within cross-functional teams alongside Product Engineering, Software Development, Hardware Development, and Verification specialists.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Degree in Engineering, Applied Sciences, or a related technical discipline (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Physics).
• Experience: 5–8 years of hands-on experience in requirements-based verification, test automation, and designing/maintaining automated test frameworks.
• Technical Stack: Deep expertise (>5 years) in Python, Robot Framework, and Git, as well as strong proficiency in both Linux and Microsoft Windows operating environments.
• Testing & DevOps: Proven track record with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing, root cause analysis, and integrating test automation into CI/CD pipelines.
• Tools: Extensive experience (>5 years) working with Jira, Confluence, and Microsoft Office.
• Languages: Fluent spoken and written English, combined with good German skills.
• Nice-to-Have: Experience with requirements management tools (such as Codebeamer), CI/CD platforms (e.g., GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Jenkins), and an ISTQB Foundation Level certification.

Client Specifications

• Impactful R&D Project: Play a pivotal role in shaping and modernizing test automation architecture for cutting-edge engineering products.
• Collaborative Environment: Work closely with passionate, cross-functional engineering experts in an innovative R&D setting.
• Contract Details: Full-time commitment (100% utilization) on-site 5 days a week at our client's Hinwil (Zürich) location