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Test Engineer

ZURU

hybridfull-time

Salary: €26,000 - €34,000 / year

Posted Feb 5, 2026

Role & seniority: Civil/Structural Engineer (testing/QA focus) within ZURU Structworks Group

Stack/tools: Structural analysis software (STAAD.Pro, ETABS, related solutions); Finite Element Method (FEM); knowledge of dynamic/static analysis; load generation per international codes

Top 3 responsibilities

  1. Understand requirements, create test cases and validation checklists for the structural analysis software

  2. Act as QC reference in assigned Scrum team; participate in all events; support Product Owner on corner cases and missing requirements

  3. Perform hand calculations for validation; design and execute functional testing; verify non-regression; document and report bugs; identify automation candidates with developers; provide technical leadership

Must-have skills

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s in Civil/Structural Engineering

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, partially autonomous environment

  • Proficiency with structural analysis software (STAAD.Pro, ETABS) and FEM/dynamic analysis

  • Knowledge of load generation (wind/seismic) per international codes

  • Good working memory and attention to detail

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience with automation/testing in engineering software

  • Deeper exposure to international design codes and advanced FEM topics

  • Prior QA/validation experience in BIM or construction tech

Location & work type: Modena, Italy; hybrid/office-first policy; flexible hours (core wi

Full Description

About our Mission & Product ZURU Tech is on a mission to digitalize the construction process of buildings worldwide. We have a multinational team developing the first BIM software able to build your real dream home: you design, we build it! ZURU and ZURU Tech have seen unprecedented expansion and have achieved significant milestones. Our trailblazing BIM software continuously pushes the innovation envelope, solidifying our position as industry leaders. Over 120 markets worldwide have embraced our ground-breaking solutions, fuelling our vision. But our journey doesn't stop here!

Brilliant inventions take shape from brilliant minds. We all believe our product is extraordinary so we’re looking for extraordinary people too. Step into the future with ZURU Tech, where technology and creativity intertwine to reshape the construction industry worldwide.

Welcome to the future!

The Role We’re looking for a talented and motivated Civil or Structural Engineer to join ZURU Structworks Group to test our structural analysis module. We are developing a cutting-edge Structural Analysis Software that leverages Finite Element Method (FEM) to solve linear and nonlinear solid mechanics problems for both static and dynamic configurations. \n

Requirements Bachelor's / Master's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering from a recognized institution Good analytical skills, and ability to work out creative solutions in a problem-solving environment. Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with less supervision. Sound knowledge about the commonly used Structural Analysis software solutions (like - STAAD.Pro, ETABS, and other related solutions) Knowledge about Finite Element / Dynamic analysis Sound knowledge of load generation (wind and seismic loading) as per various international loading codes. Knowledge about structural analysis methodologies Excellent historical memory

Key Responsibilities Understand product requirements, and prepare test cases and checklists for validation of the software Be the Quality Control (QC) reference inside an assigned Scrum Team, thus join all the events (Planning, Daily, Review, Retrospective) Support the Product Owner in the identification of the corner cases and missing requirements Prepare a hand calculation for the validation of different structural analysis and design-related modules Design and execute functional testing on the software product incrementally Verify iteratively that functionality does not degrade Detect, document, report, and assess the encountered bugs Work with the developers to identify which use cases must be automated Provide strong technical leadership with a focus on continuous improvement

\n €26,000 - €34,000 a year \n

What we offer

⌛️Flex Time: you can decide when to work from 6 am to 10 pm. We have a Core Time from 10:00 to 12:00 am in which presence is required (WFH/office), and the rest of the day is up to you! 🧑‍💻 Hybrid Work from Home Policy - ZURU Tech has an office-first approach. 🏡 Paid relocation to Modena ( unfortunately we cannot provide VISA Sponsorship at the moment) 🌎 International environment 👟 Gym in our Modena office 🍓 Fresh coffee, drinks...and a lot of parties!

A lot more! Come and discover us!

PLACE OF WORK: MODENA The research is addressed to both sexes (Legislative Decree No. 198/2006) and to people of all ages and all nationalities, under legislative decrees 215/03 and 216/03. Candidates interested and in possession of the requirements are invited to send their curriculum vitae, including the authorization to process personal data, under Legislative Decree 196/03 and to the art. 13 GDPR 679/16.

Civil EngineeringStructural EngineeringAnalytical SkillsProblem SolvingFinite Element Method (FEM)Structural Analysis SoftwareLoad GenerationInternational Loading CodesTest Case PreparationQuality Control (QC)Scrum Team ParticipationBug DetectionTechnical LeadershipContinuous ImprovementStatic AnalysisDynamic Analysis

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