Liberty, North Carolina, USA
5 days ago
Principal Engineer - HEV Testing Engineer

Overview

Who we are

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

To save time applying, Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time. 

Who we’re looking for 

Toyota’s OneTech Manufacturing Tech Services Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Testing Engineer. 

  

The OpCenter Test Engineer will be responsible for leading the testing efforts for Siemens OpCenter configurations, customizations, and integrations prior to deployment into production. This role will define test strategies, develop test cases, coordinate test execution, and ensure quality standards are met across manufacturing, quality, logistics, and production control functional areas. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of MES systems (preferably Siemens OpCenter), a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, and proven experience in software testing leadership.

Reporting to the Siemens MOM Product Owner, the person in this role will support the Manufacturing Tech Services department to define test strategies, develop test cases, coordinate test execution, and ensure quality standards are met across manufacturing, quality, logistics, and production control functional areas.

What you’ll be doing  

Test Planning & Strategy

Develop and own the OpCenter testing strategy, including unit, integration, regression, performance, and user acceptance testing.

Define the test scope, objectives, deliverables, and entry/exit criteria for each release. Establish and maintain test environments that replicate production configurations.

Test Design & Execution

Create and maintain detailed test cases, test scripts, and test data for Siemens OpCenter modules. Lead execution of manual and automated testing activities across functional areas. Validate MES integrations with ERP, PLC/SCADA, and other plant systems.  Identify, document, and track software defects using project management and defect tracking tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps).

Quality Assurance Leadership

Lead a small team of testers, providing direction, task assignments, and mentoring. Coordinate with business analysts, developers, and functional leads to resolve defects and validate fixes.

Drive continuous improvement in testing processes and tools.

Collaboration & Reporting

Partner with manufacturing, logistics, and quality stakeholders to ensure system readiness. Participate in agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, backlog refinement, and retrospectives. Provide clear, actionable test status reports to project leadership.

What you bring

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.

4+ years of software testing experience, with at least 2 years in MES/MOM environments.

Strong knowledge of Siemens OpCenter (Discrete preferred) or similar MES platforms.

Proven ability to lead testing efforts for complex, integrated enterprise systems.

Experience with SQL and validating data flows between MES and connected systems.

Familiarity with defect tracking and test management tools.

Added bonus if you have

Experience in automotive or battery manufacturing environments.

Knowledge of Siemens OpCenter Quality, Logistics, and Manufacturing modules.

Exposure to automation frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Tosca) for regression testing.

ISTQB or similar software testing certification.

​Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Clear communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Leadership abilities to guide testing teams in a high-pressure plant launch environment. ​

What we’ll bring

During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include: 

A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility and respect 

Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement 

Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount 

Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)  

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family 

Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute 

Paid holidays and paid time off 

Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more 

Relocation assistance (if applicable):

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members’ efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong.

Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com.

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