Senior Test Automation Engineer (m/f/d)

Introduction

Starten Sie eine Karriere mit Innovationen, die den Unterschied machen! Novanta treibt mit seinen Innovationen Technologien voran, die das Gesundheitswesen und die moderne Fertigung verändern, die Produktivität steigern, die Lebensqualität der Menschen verbessern und das Machbare neu definieren. Für unsere Kunden weltweit entwickeln wir technische Komponenten und Subsysteme, die extreme Präzision und Leistung für eine Reihe von unternehmenskritischen Anwendungen bieten – von der minimalinvasiven Chirurgie über die Robotik bis hin zum 3D-Metalldruck.

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This position is part of Novanta’s Advanced Surgery business unit. Specialized in the field of Minimally Invasive Medicine, WOM develops devices and accessories so that doctors can operate with small cuts. We produce Cameras, Insufflators, Medical Pumps, and tubing that makes diagnosis and treatment easier for everyone. Our insufflators and pump systems dilate cavities in the body and turn previously complicated surgeries into minor procedures. Together with customers, doctors, and technical experts, our teams continuously search for new ways to innovate.

Job Summary

As a Senior Test Automation Engineer at Novanta WOM, you lead and deliver end‑to‑end automated test solutions for medical device development and production. You define the automation strategy, convert needs into clear requirements, and build reliable HW/SW test stations at device and component level for verification, validation, and production.

You design, develop, and maintain automated test systems, mainly in LabVIEW and C# for PCB and system tests. You ensure proper documentation, traceability, and compliance with quality and regulatory standards.

You stay technically flexible, choosing the best technologies to improve reliability, maintainability, and cost. You work closely with Infrastructure and ATP teams to ensure aligned architecture, ready environments, tool integration, and smooth CI/CD and data flows.

You define and track automation KPIs (coverage, stability, execution time, defect escape) and drive continuous improvement. You coordinate across hardware, firmware, software, manufacturing, and quality teams.

You work independently, prioritize your own tasks, and escalate only when needed. You support management decisions, challenge constructively with data‑driven alternatives, and mentor others to raise automation maturity and test quality..

• Define and lead a device‑agnostic test automation strategy aligned with architecture and business goals.

• Own the design, development, and validation of automated test systems (LabVIEW, C#, C/C++, PCB, sensors, end‑station machines).

• Write and approve requirements and test specifications; ensure performance, reliability, and traceability.

• Develop and execute test plans and scripts compliant with medical device quality and regulatory standards.

• Define, track, and meet automation KPIs (coverage, stability, execution time, defect escape).

• Select the right technologies; standardize for maintainability and total cost of ownership.

• Drive end‑to‑end delivery: planning, milestones, risks, capacity, and reporting (Azure DevOps, Agile).

• Coordinate across hardware, software, DA, production, and system verification teams.

• Align with Infrastructure and ATP on environments, tools, CI/CD, data flow, and architecture.

• Analyze test results, document findings, and provide actionable quality insights.

• Lead process standardization and waste reduction; ensure safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance.

• Communicate clearly and influence stakeholders across teams.

• Work autonomously: set priorities, escalate only when needed, and execute management decisions.

• Challenge decisions constructively using data‑based alternatives and clear trade‑offs.

• Mentor and support colleagues on automation best practices and onboarding.

• Deliver on time without sacrificing quality, with disciplined documentation and change control.

Your profile

Education and Training:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, biomedical, computer engineering, or related technical field.

• A master’s degree is a plus, especially for advanced technical or leadership roles.

• Relevant certifications are a plus: NI LabVIEW (CLD/CLA), TestStand, C#, medical device standards (ISO 13485, IEC 62304, ISO 14971).

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Relevant Experience:

• Experience in a regulated industry (medical devices preferred; aerospace, automotive, or pharma acceptable).

• End‑to‑end delivery of automated test systems at PCB and system level (fixtures, DAQ, sensors, end‑station machines).

• Strong hands‑on LabVIEW (TestStand preferred); experience with C/C++ or MATLAB (Python a plus).

• PCB testing knowledge: FCT, JTAG/boundary scan, ICT basics, and electronics troubleshooting.

• Writing and reviewing requirements and test specifications with full traceability; V&V in regulated environments (IQ/OQ/PQ).

• Ownership of automation KPIs (coverage, stability, cycle time, defect escape).

• Practical use of Azure DevOps and Agile for planning, tracking, and reporting.

• Proven cross‑functional delivery with IT/Infrastructure, ATP, DA, Production, and System Verification.

• Ability to work independently, adapt technologies, and escalate only when needed

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Required Skills and :

Skills

• Design and architecture of test automation frameworks and test stations with a focus on maintainability and cost.

• Proficiency in LabVIEW/TestStand; working knowledge of C/C++, MATLAB; C# and Python are a plus.

• Instrumentation and interfaces: DAQ, scopes, DMMs; I²C, SPI, UART, CAN, Ethernet.

• CI/CD and tooling: Azure DevOps, Git, pipeline integration, test data analysis.

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Testing & Quality

• Test planning and execution (functional, performance, regression).

• High‑quality documentation, change control, and traceability.

• Strong compliance mindset (ISO 13485, IEC 62304, ISO 14971); lab and ESD safety.

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Delivery & Metrics

• Define, track, and improve automation KPIs with clear reporting.

• Strong planning and delivery skills; meet deadlines without reducing quality.

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Collaboration & Communication

• Effective coordination with HW, SW, DA, Production, Infrastructure, ATP, and System Verification.

• Clear written and verbal communication; data‑driven reporting and recommendations.

• Ability to challenge constructively and influence decisions.

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Work Style

• Autonomous and self‑directed: set priorities, seek guidance only for critical decisions.

• Align with management decisions and execute reliably.

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