Automation Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Hopkins, MN that is seeking an Automation Engineer.

Responsibilities:
* Design and develop programs that conduct automatic tests on new and existent software
* Use guidelines to develop programs and write automation scripts
* Design and developing test automation scripts
* Use test automation guidelines
* Design, program, simulate and test automated machinery and processes in order to complete exact tasks
* Research issues in software through testing
* Collaborate with QA Analysts and Software Developers to develop solutions
* Exhibits strong multi-tasking skill-set to support simultaneous on-going Engineering and company projects
* Manages assigned project(s), with collaborative responsibility to various key players such as other disciplines within the Engineering department, Production, Sales and the client
* Ensures that clients are thrilled and services are the highest quality possible; Works as single point of contact for multiple clients on multiple projects
* Participates with design of schedules at the initial sales effort to ensure deliverables are reasonable for project execution; Partners with Scheduler position to ensure schedules are updated throughout project scope
* Plans, evaluates, organizes and implements automation related projects and initiatives
* Oversees and facilitates required programming and debugging of control software, including PLC's, HMIs, Servo Drives, vision inspection systems, etc.
* Identifies long-lead purchased items and prepares sufficient information, in a timely fashion, to order material and provides electrical drawings for assembly and job documentation
* Assists Production personnel in checking or trouble shooting equipment as required
* Designs and develops electrical components, equipment, and machinery
* Creates and refines electrical parts and assembly drawings to capture design intent and document the key aspects necessary to accomplish the manufacturing goals of a project

REQUIREMENTS:
* Languages: Java, Groovy, JavaScript experience
* Automation Tools & Framework: Maven, TestNG, ExtentReport, Selenium, Appium, Android Studio, Protractor, WebdriverIO experience
* Extensive experience in mobile testing: native app and mobile browsers.
* Extensive experience working in a collaborative environment (GitLab, GitHub)
* Extensive experience in agile tools (Jira, VersionOne)
* Extensive API integration and test automation experience (Rest-Assured, Apache, Karate, Postman, SOAP UI, MuleSoft, apigee)
* Implementation experience in BDD framework (Cucumber, Gherkin)
* Experience in cloud solutions tools such Sauce Labs
* SQL experience and JDBC connectivity
* Experience setting up and managing CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins
* Great communication skills
* Can lead a team of offshore test engineers without much guidance

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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