Production Test Automation Engineer – Python | Hightech infrared cameras | Fast growth

For our client, one of Europe’s fastest-growing high-tech manufacturing groups, we are looking for a Production Test Automation Engineer with strong Python development skills .

You will develop and improve the software, test sequences and operator tools used to test and calibrate advanced infrared camera systems during production. This is a hands-on engineering role at the intersection of Python development, electronics and high-tech manufacturing .

Your Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and optimize Python applications for automated production and end-of-line testing
• Create and improve test sequences for camera testing, calibration and product validation
• Integrate Python software with cameras, electronic hardware, test equipment, APIs and communication interfaces
• Develop practical test and monitoring tools for production operators, including automated pass/fail evaluation
• Troubleshoot failures across test software, products, fixtures, hardware and system configurations
• Analyse test results and recurring failures to improve test reliability, yield and cycle time
• Support the setup, validation and scaling of production test stations
• Debug and resolve software and test-system issues directly in the production environment
• Maintain clear, modular and reliable production software using Git and structured development practices
• Work closely with Production, Operations, Hardware and R&D teams

Your Profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Electronics, Embedded Systems, Mechatronics, Automation or a related field
• Professional experience developing Python applications or automation software
• Hands-on experience with automated testing, hardware-in-the-loop workflows, laboratory automation or production test systems
• Experience integrating software with physical hardware, devices, instruments, APIs or communication interfaces
• Ability to independently design, develop, test and deploy technical automation solutions
• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills across software and hardware
• Comfortable supporting software used by engineers, technicians or production operators
• Professional working proficiency in English

Your Benefits

• A permanent position within one of Europe’s fastest-growing high-tech manufacturing groups
• The opportunity to work on advanced infrared camera technology
• A role combining Python development, physical products and automated testing
• Direct ownership of software used in a growing production environment
• Visible impact on test capacity, product quality and manufacturing scale-up
• Close collaboration with Production, Operations, Hardware and R&D
• An international environment with short communication lines and room for initiative