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City Of Edinburgh / Global

Lead QA Engineer – Real Time System

Job Description

Coordinate the end-to-end testing strategy for Advanced Energy Management System (AEMS) centralized systems

Work with project teams and external vendors to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance

Gather testing requirements from subject matter experts

Produce technical documentation and map scenarios for comprehensive test execution

Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) in development environments

Conduct User Acceptance Testing (UAT) in pre-production

Conduct Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) with operational control teams

Verify system performance under expected workloads

Test integration with Real Time Systems including PowerOn and Eterra

Conduct reliability and failover testing between primary and secondary sites

Identify and resolve issues with cross-functional engineers, technicians, and project managers

Document test procedures and findings

Communicate recommendations to key stakeholders

Maintain accurate records of system configurations across development and UAT environments

Ensure availability of test infrastructure

Provide guidance and knowledge exchange to junior engineers

Contribute to projects and initiatives advancing departmental and company goals

Requirements

Experience with electricity transmission networks and control systems

Familiarity with IEC104, Modbus/TCP, IEC 61850, and IEEE standards

Experience in end-to-end testing across IED, SCADA, server, and network infrastructure

HND or degree-level qualification in a relevant discipline

Ability to create detailed technical test specifications and documentation

Experience gathering and documenting technical environments

Knowledge of testing methodologies and tools

Knowledge of communication protocols and network technologies

Familiarity with OT security practices and best practices

Excellent problem-solving abilities and methodical approach

Strong communication, presentation, and verbal communication capabilities

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and quality-focused

Strong safety awareness, professional behaviour, and integrity

Positive, flexible approach and strong self-discipline

Willingness to work across teams and contribute to additional projects and initiatives

Experience with IED test equipment such as Omicron beneficial but not essential

Applicants who are not citizens of the country of the vacancy must meet applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in end-to-end testing strategies for Advanced Energy Management Systems, including Factory Acceptance Testing, User Acceptance Testing, and Site Acceptance Testing. Proficient in technical documentation, testing methodologies, and communication protocols relevant to electricity transmission networks.

Highest-signal resume keywords

End-To-End Testing

Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)

User Acceptance Testing (UAT)

Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)

Technical Documentation

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

Testing Methodologies

Technical Test Specifications

Electricity Transmission Networks

Control Systems

Integration Testing

Communication Protocols

Network Technologies

OT Security Practices

Reliability Testing

Failover Testing

Soft Skills

Problem-Solving Abilities

Strong Communication

Detail-Oriented

Organizational Skills

Professional Behaviour

Certifications & Qualifications

HND or Degree-Level Qualification

Industry Keywords

IEC104

Modbus/TCP

IEC 61850

IEEE Standards

SCADA

Network Infrastructure

Tools & Technologies

PowerOn

Eterra

IED Test Equipment

Omicron

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