Automation Test Engineer/Manager
First seen by Alion on Sep 10, 2026.
Job Description :
We are looking for an Automotive Automation Test Manager with strong experience in automated testing of Infotainment, Multimedia, Cluster Displays, and Connected Services. The role requires hands-on expertise in NI TestStand, along with LabVIEW, Robot Framework, and Python, and an understanding of automotive E/E architecture and digital cockpit technologies.
Key Responsibilities :
- Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and test suites for automotive systems.
- Drive automation testing for Infotainment, Multimedia, Cluster Displays, and Connected Services.
- Develop and execute automated tests using NI TestStand as the primary automation framework.
- Use LabVIEW, Robot Framework, and Python for test automation, scripting, test execution, and validation.
- Define test strategies, automation roadmaps, and testing plans across the product lifecycle.
- Support product lifecycle activities, including test planning, releases, validation, and roadmap definition.
- Analyze test results, identify defects, perform root-cause analysis, and coordinate resolution with development teams.
- Collaborate with OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, technology partners, and internal engineering teams.
- Work effectively within Agile/Scrum development environments and participate in sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
- Lead or mentor test engineers and drive quality and automation best practices.
- Stay updated on automotive E/E architecture, connected vehicle technologies, and digital cockpit trends.
Required Skills :
- 5 - 10 years of experience in automotive software testing, test automation, or embedded systems validation.
- Mandatory : Strong hands-on experience with NI TestStand.
- Strong experience with LabVIEW, Robot Framework, and Python.
- Experience in automation testing for Infotainment/Multimedia, Cluster, Connected Services, or Digital Cockpit systems.
- Good understanding of automotive E/E architecture and connected vehicle technologies.
- Experience in test framework development, test execution, defect management, and test result analysis.
- Experience working with OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, and technology partners.
- Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies; Certified Product Owner is an added advantage.
- Experience in product lifecycle management and test/automation roadmap planning.
- Strong stakeholder management, communication, and team leadership skills.
- B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech in Computer Engineering, Electronics, Electrical, or a related engineering discipline.
Skills
Automation Testing, Testing, In-Vehicle Infotainment, Python, Robot Framework, LabVIEW, Test Strategy