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Piper Maddox
Posted 16 days ago, valid for 6 days
Rugby, Warwickshire CV23, England
£60,000 - £70,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The position is for a Lead Validation Engineer specializing in controls and automation systems.
- Candidates should have a degree in Engineering or Computer Science and a solid background in validation engineering, particularly in complex control systems.
- The role requires expertise in OT technologies and industry standards, with hands-on experience using automated testing tools.
- The salary for this position is up to £70,000, plus bonuses and benefits.
- Applicants should have relevant industry experience and are required to have at least a few years of experience in validation engineering.
Are you ready to lead validation efforts and work on cutting-edge control and automation systems?
Do you thrive in ensuring the safety, security, and reliability of systems while mentoring a talented team?
I'm working with a leading company seeking a Lead Validation Engineer to take charge of their validation activities for automation products and systems.
You'll play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with industry standards, improving validation processes, and leading automated test executions.
What You'll Do:
* Take ownership of validation activities for control and automation systems, ensuring they adhere to industry standards (ANSI/ISA18.2, ISA-95, and IEC62443).
* Design and implement detailed test plans and specifications to guarantee product reliability and safety.
* Optimize validation processes using automated testing tools like JIRA XRAY, Selenium, or similar.
* Collaborate closely with development and cross-functional teams to resolve technical challenges and align validation activities with customer expectations.
* Provide mentorship to validation engineers, fostering growth and promoting best practices.
* Maintain comprehensive documentation on validation processes, test outcomes, and corrective actions.
* Continuously refine and improve validation tools and methodologies for increased efficiency.
What You Bring:
* A degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
* Industry-recognised certifications (e.g. ISTQB / OT Cybersecurity).
* Deep expertise in OT technologies, SCADA/DCS systems, and the Purdue model.
* Solid background in validation engineering, particularly in complex control systems.
* Hands-on experience with automated testing tools.
* A thorough understanding of industry standards for automation and control validation
* Industry experience in sectors like Power, Marine, Oil & Gas, or similar.
* Knowledge of Cybersecurity validation and penetration testing.
Salary up to 70,000 + bonus + benefits.
Offices in Rugby, Warwickshire.
Eligible for SC clearance.
If you're ready to take your validation engineering career to the next level, apply now for immediate consideration!
Piper Maddox is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
