Firmware/Software Tester

Alliance Laundry System - Ripon, WI

Full-time

Ripon, WI

Machinery Manufacturing

About the position

The position is responsible for verifying the functionality of user interfaces and machines according to their design specifications. This includes testing laundry equipment and control systems to ensure compliance with engineering and marketing standards. The role involves detailed documentation of testing activities and collaboration with firmware developers to address any identified issues.

Responsibilities

• Verify operation aligns with machine specific documentation and requirements
• Use simulation and scenario testing
• Perform testing on test boxes and actual machines
• Accurately document all test activities, including steps, time, methods, and materials
• Identify and document inconsistencies in issue tracking system
• Log progress of control and machine verification
• Maintain accurate reports of all testing
• Final validation testing prior to design freezes and releases
• Organize and assist with lab machine updates
• Communicate clearly with firmware developers and other software evaluators to ensure issues are identified and corrected

Requirements

• High school degree or equivalent is required
• Experience with issue tracking systems, a plus (YouTrack, GitHub)
• Hands on contributor with strong written and oral communication skills
• Excellent communication skills to translate complex problems using non-technical terms
• Self-motivated
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Good working knowledge of PC applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to compile and organize findings, comprehensive details, and data retrieved before presenting it to Engineers
• Ability to work in a project team environment
• Strong attention to detail and a focus on business priorities
• Work under minimal direction and guided by project objectives