Senior System Tester

• This role is located in Chicago, IL. Candidates must be located in, or willing to relocate specifically to Chicago, IL in order to be considered for this role.

Senior System Tester

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds, thereby improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

We are looking for a Senior System Tester. This position is based in Chicago, IL.

You’ll make an impact by:

• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans for new systems, including functional, integration, and performance testing.
• Validate system behavior in simulated and live environments, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Automate test workflows where possible to improve efficiency and repeatability.
• Collaborate with developers, architects, and deployment teams to identify and resolve issues quickly.
• Document test results, compliance reports, and best practices for future deployments.
• Support rapid iteration during customer pilots by adapting test cases to real-world constraints.

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 8 years of experience in system testing, validation, and quality assurance within industrial or automation environments.
• Hands on testing experience with automation and software (eg: HMI, SCADA or PLCs) for product or system releases.
• Familiarity with test automation tools, scripting languages, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of industrial automation systems, OT/IT integration, and compliance frameworks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams and adapt testing strategies to evolving requirements.
• Great teamwork and proactive work ethic
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with forward deployment engineering: embedding with customer teams, validating systems in live environments, and iterating test strategies based on field feedback.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity standards and safety-critical testing in manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to travel domestically during critical deployment phases.
• Demonstrated ability to bridge the gap between lab validation and real-world deployment for scalable, reliable adoption.
• ISTQB certificate

About Siemens:

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.