Verification & Test Engineer

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Vacancy

Verification & Test Engineer

Appointments will be made in line with the company's employment equity plan. People with Disability are encouraged to apply.

Gibela’s journey is intrinsically tied to a vision of socio-economic transformation, one that recognises the central role of passenger rail in propelling the South African economy forward. As we embark on this mission, we stand at the crossroads of opportunities and progress, where the revitalisation of commuter rail serves as a cornerstone for building a brighter future.

Gibela stands as Africa’s largest train manufacturing and passenger trains maintenance company, holding steadfast to its commitment to spearheading the revival of the South African railway sector. With a transformative vision, Gibela endeavoured to catalyse the shift towards commuter rail as the preferred mode of transport for urban communities.

We invite suitably qualified candidates to apply for Verification & Test Engineer position under Engineering . The position will report to Train Control Metier Manager and is based in Dunnottar, Nigel (Gauteng Province).

The incumbent will be accountable for verification and validation of Train Control and Monitoring System (TCMS) software application; As well as, maintenance of and technical assistance on the train laboratory.

• To produce the software validation and integration plan and associated reports.
• To perform unit tests and software integration testing.
• To provide support during train integration and/or validation , upon request.
• Resolving and follow the open points of configuration management raised by the Quality Assurance of the TCMS Software.
• Delivery of Verification & Tests tools to be used during Validation Campaign.
• Setting-up the verification & test environment applying the appropriate configuration.
• Management of validation status of change requests (CR) on the functions and sub-systems in his/her scope : all CR status up-to-date in CR database (in line with test procedures and reports).
• To ensure proper management and traceability of hardware and software configuration of the validation tools and test benches (producing the release notes).
• Initiates action plans to solve issues.
• Supports Manufacturing, Sourcing, Commissioning and Warranty and Maintenance Services on Engineering issues as required.
• To maintain and assist activities on the Train Lab.

• BSc. Engineering or BEng. Degree in one of the following fields:  Computer, Mechatronics, Electronic or Electrical.
• Self-starting, self-motivating individual with an eye for detail.

• Delivery of TCMS verification & test procedures on the functions and sub-systems in his/her scope, according to his / her Engineering Work Package.
• Deployment and application of Train Control Solutions development procedures and processes on his / her project.
• Hands-on development experience of one or more software phases like software development, hardware-software integration etc.
• Experience in developing in IEC61131-3 software or using model based development tools like Matlab / Simulink, Control Build etc.
• Familiarity with real-time, distributed controllers and their functioning.
• Knowledge of real time network protocols like MVB, Ethernet, CAN, RS232, RS 485 etc. beneficial.
• Practical knowledge of validation methods (boundary tests, equivalent class tests…) beneficial.
• Practical knowledge of  validation tools (TestStand, model-based testing tools…)
• Familiar with software development using model based development tools like Matlab / Simulink, Control Build for instance in Railway or Health, Defence, Aeronautical, Automotive domains.
• Knowledge of network  protocols like MVB, Ethernet, CAN, RS232, RS 485 etc.

(Note: These are not mandatory but will be an added advantage)

7 May 2024

Should you not hear from us in 30 days, consider your application as unsuccessful.

Gibela Rail Transport Consortium is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.