Technical Engineer – Ballina based

Overview

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Technical Test Engineer to support the delivery of high-quality testing solutions across integrated systems involving SAP S/4HANA, SAP MII, and manufacturing hardware. This role is hands-on and execution-focused, working closely with the Technical Manager and wider testing team to implement test cases, validate system interfaces, and ensure data integrity across software and hardware platforms.

Responsibilities

- Execute test cases across unit, integration, and end-to-end scenarios tailored to SAP and manufacturing environments.

- Support the setup and maintenance of test environments that reflect production configurations.

- Perform hands-on testing of software-hardware interfaces, including sensor and PLC signal validation.

- Use tools like Selenium, UFT, and Postman to automate and validate UI and API interactions.

- Assist in the development and maintenance of test automation frameworks.

- Validate data flows and business logic across SAP S/4HANA, SAP MII, and third-party systems.

- Conduct scenario-based testing to simulate full production lifecycles (e.g., sales order to manufacturing execution).

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with testing standards and project timelines.

- Log and track issues using workflow tools such as JIRA, ensuring timely resolution and documentation.

Qualifications

- Third-level qualification or equivalent experience in software testing, automation, or systems engineering.

- ISTQB Foundation

Essential skills

- Excellent client-facing skills

- Team work and emotional intelligence

- Good self-management – continuous performance is both an objective and a mind-set

- Has an innovative approach – a bold thinker and doer, matching creativity with vigilance

- High value on openness and transparency

- Excellent communication and presentations skills

Desired skills

- Exposure to performance testing tools like JMeter or LoadRunner.

- Experience with microservices and data integrity testing.

- Knowledge of testing standards and best practices in manufacturing or ERP environments.

Experience

- 2–5 years of experience in technical testing roles, ideally within integrated software-hardware environments.

- Familiarity with SAP S/4HANA and SAP MII is a strong advantage.

- Experience with test automation tools (e.g., Selenium, UFT) and API testing tools (e.g., Postman).

- Understanding of manufacturing systems and hardware interactions (e.g., PLCs, sensors).

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

- Comfortable working in fast-paced, cross-functional environments.

Benefits

At Expleo, we are committed to providing a competitive salary and substantial benefits offering with unique wellbeing, financial and employee recognition programmes.

We pride ourselves on our diverse and inclusive culture and offer a variety of family friendly policies and enhanced leave to help you achieve a healthy work life balance.

By providing significant learning and development opportunities, we encourage individual growth and success throughout your career with us.

- Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges

- We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects

- Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses

- Competitive company benefits such as medical and dental insurance, pension, life assurance, employee wellbeing programme, sports and social events, birthday hampers and much more

- Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and question the status quo.

“We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age”.

At Expleo, we understand that many people experience impostor syndrome throughout their lifetime, please do not let this discourage you from applying for this role. Our Talent Acquisition Team welcomes all CV’s and will consider your application in line with the values, requirements and role competencies.

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