ON.energy is setting the standard for large load interconnection. ON’s patented AI UPS™ is a medium-voltage UPS that serves as a firewall, protecting the data center from the grid, and the grid from the data center. With multiple gigawatts currently under construction, we are enabling grid-safe data centers.
About the role
The Quality Assurance Engineer is responsible for hands-on experience in PLC programming, industrial protocol testing, and Python-based test automation. Skilled in designing and executing functional and integration test cases across PLC platforms and communication protocols.
Key Responsibilities:
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Design, develop, and execute Unit tests, functional, integration, and regression test cases for PLC-based control systems
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Write and maintain Python-based automated test scripts for testing PLC I/O, HMI interfaces, and communication protocols
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Develop, review, and validate PLC code (Ladder Logic, Function Block Diagram, Structured Text) across Siemens S7-1200/1500
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Collaborate with controls engineers to define acceptance criteria and validate system requirements
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Identify, document, and track defects using tools such as Azure Devops or equivalent; lead root cause analysis for critical failures
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Conduct Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testing where applicable
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Produce clear test plans, reports, and traceability matrices aligned with release timelines
Required Experience & Skills
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University degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Quality Engineering, or a related technical field.
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5+ years of hands-on experience in PLC programming and testing across Siemens platform.
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5+ years of experience building and maintaining automated test frameworks using pytest or equivalent python framework.
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3–5 years of experience with Siemens TIA Portal for PLC development, diagnostics, and commissioning support.
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Experience designing and executing functional and integration tests, including test case development, defect tracking, and validation of fixes.
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Working knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as S7, Modbus TCP/RTU, and OPC-UA.
Nice to have
Preferred Experience
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Proficiency in automated unit testing the PLC Logic
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Experience with SCADA systems
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Familiarity with Agile / Scrum methodologies in industrial settings
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Knowledge of functional safety standards such as IEC 61508 / IEC 62061
Opportunity to grow with a mission-driven team shaping the future of clean energy
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Equal Opportunity: ON.energy is committed to equal employment opportunity and to maintaining a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation.
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Benefits vary by role and location and are subject to change.
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