Test Engineer

TEST ENGINEER - LEUVEN (BELGIUM) - PERMANENT POSITION We're currently recruiting for a Test Engineer who will play a key role in the verification, validation and continuous improvement of electronic products throughout the development lifecycle. You will be responsible for translating product requirements and technical specifications into clear and structured test cases, test plans and test campaigns, ensuring that products are thoroughly tested before they move into production or reach the customer. The role is highly hands-on and multidisciplinary. You will be involved in testing software, electronics/hardware and mechanical systems, giving you the opportunity to work across different areas of the product rather than focusing on a single testing discipline. You will execute tests, analyse results, investigate failures and work closely with R&D engineers to identify root causes and implement solutions. A key part of the position will also be developing and improving automated testing. You will look for opportunities to automate repetitive tests, build scripts and test tools, and improve the efficiency, reliability and repeatability of the overall testing process. The role therefore combines practical engineering and troubleshooting with software-based test automation. You will work closely with software, hardware, mechanical and systems engineers, providing feedback from testing and helping to identify potential issues early in the development process. Your work will have a direct impact on product quality, reliability and ultimately the customer experience. Key Responsibilities: • Define and document test cases, test plans and test strategies based on product requirements and specifications. • Plan and coordinate test campaigns, ensuring appropriate coverage of functional, technical and performance requirements. • Execute tests across software, electronics/hardware and mechanical components. • Analyse test results, identify anomalies and investigate the root causes of failures. • Perform hands-on troubleshooting and fault finding across multidisciplinary systems. • Work closely with hardware, software, mechanical and systems engineers to resolve identified issues. • Develop and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks using Python. • Identify opportunities to automate repetitive or time-consuming testing activities. • Improve the efficiency, reliability and repeatability of testing through automation. • Document test results, failures, corrective actions and overall test campaign outcomes. • Support regression testing following design changes, software updates or hardware modifications. • Contribute to improving testing methodologies, tools and processes. • Ensure testing activities are performed in line with relevant quality and product requirements. Your Profile: • Degree in Engineering, Electronics, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science or a related technical discipline. • Experience in a Test Engineer, Validation Engineer, Verification Engineer or similar role. • Strong understanding of structured test case definition, test planning and test execution. • Comfortable troubleshooting multidisciplinary systems involving software, hardware and mechanical components. • Experience with Python, ideally for test automation, scripting or data analysis. • Analytical and methodical approach to identifying problems and determining root causes. • Able to interpret technical specifications and translate requirements into practical test scenarios. • Good documentation and communication skills. • Comfortable working collaboratively with multidisciplinary R&D teams. • A hands-on mindset and willingness to investigate problems directly on the product or test setup. The Offer: • A permanent, full-time employment contract • A salary & benefits package commensurate with experience Please send over your CV to tom.walker@vividresourcing.com or call me on +32 (0) 3 318 00 74. As always, we are open to recommendations, so please feel free to pass this on to other suitable candidates.