Senior Test Engineer
Danfoss • Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
**Role & seniority: ** Senior Test Engineer (Danfoss Drives); test/validation technical leadership in product development
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Scripting/test automation: Python, Robot Framework (or similar)
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Test equipment: oscilloscopes, power analyzers (and related measurement tools)
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Validation approach: requirement-based validation, traceability, defect management
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Top 3 responsibilities:
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Lead end-to-end test & validation for new drive product development projects (quality/performance/compliance)
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Design/execute validation tests for hardware + software/firmware, aligned to requirements
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Analyze results, identify defects, drive resolution with development teams; manage reporting/traceability
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Must-have skills:
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Experience leading product testing/validation across hardware and software/firmware
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Strong grasp of test engineering methodologies and requirement-based validation
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Hands-on use of test/measurement equipment (e.g., oscilloscope, power analyzer)
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Defect management and clear technical communication with global teams
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Familiarity with test automation and scripting (e.g., Python)
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Nice-to-haves:
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Experience building/enhancing test automation infrastructure (repeatability/coverage)
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Prior work with system validation and validation traceability at scale
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Location & work type: Not specified in provided text. (Global collaboratio
Full Description
The Impact You'll Make
As a Senior Test Engineer in the Danfoss Drives business, you will play a key role in bringing innovative drive technologies to market by ensuring products are thoroughly tested, validated, and ready to perform in real-world customer applications. Your work will directly influence product quality, reliability, and customer confidence.
You will collaborate with global product development teams to validate hardware, software, and firmware solutions throughout the product lifecycle. By identifying risks early and driving robust validation practices, you will help deliver high-performing products that meet industry standards and customer expectations.
This is an opportunity to combine hands-on engineering expertise with technical leadership, helping shape testing strategies, improve automation capabilities, and contribute to the future of sustainable industrial technologies.
What You’ll Be Doing Lead end-to-end test and validation activities for new product development projects, ensuring products meet quality, performance, and compliance requirements. Design and execute software and system validation tests that confirm product requirements and support successful product releases. Analyze test results, identify defects, and collaborate with development teams to drive timely resolution and product improvements. Drive test planning, reporting, and validation traceability to provide clear insights into product readiness and quality. Support and enhance test automation and validation infrastructure to improve efficiency, repeatability, and test coverage
What We're Looking For Experience leading product testing and validation activities involving both hardware and software/firmware in a product development environment. Strong knowledge of test engineering methodologies, requirement-based validation, and defect management practices. Hands-on experience with test and measurement equipment, such as oscilloscopes and power analyzers. Familiarity with test automation and scripting tools, including Python, Robot Framework, or similar technologies. Ability to collaborate effectively across global teams, solve complex technical challenges, and communicate findings clearly.
What You'll Get From Us At Danfoss, you'll join a purpose-driven company that is helping accelerate the transition to a more sustainable future through innovative technologies.
You Can Expect Opportunities to work on advanced products that make a meaningful impact across industries. Collaboration with experienced global engineering and product development teams. A culture that values continuous learning, innovation, and knowledge sharing. The chance to influence product quality, testing strategies, and engineering excellence. An environment where your ideas, expertise, and growth are supported and encouraged.
Ready to Make a Difference?
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