Applications Test Engineer

About the Role

Toyota’s Manufacturing IT Department is seeking a passionate and highly motivated Applications Test Engineer to lead testing efforts for Siemens OpCenter configurations, customizations, and integrations prior to production deployment. This position supports the department’s objective to deliver a high-quality, reliable MES solution across manufacturing, quality, and logistics operations. The role is based at the Battery Plant in Liberty, NC, and requires the selected candidate to reside within a commutable distance of this location.

Responsibilities

• Define and collaborate with management on the testing strategy, including unit, integration, regression, performance, and UAT testing.
• Develop and maintain test cases, scripts, and test data for OpCenter modules.
• Lead execution of testing activities across manufacturing, quality, and logistics functional areas.
• Identify, track, and manage defects using test management and tracking tools.
• Lead and mentor testing resources, ensuring alignment on testing standards and execution.
• Provide test status reporting and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure production readiness.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 4+ years of software testing experience.
• 2+ years of experience testing MES/MOM or similar enterprise systems.
• Experience with SQL and validating data across integrated systems.
• Experience using defect tracking and test management tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Siemens OpCenter (Discrete, Quality, Logistics, Manufacturing modules).
• Experience in automotive or battery manufacturing environments.
• Experience with test automation tools or frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Tosca).
• ISTQB or similar testing certification.

Benefits

• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.
• Professional growth and development programs, including tuition reimbursement.
• Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount and 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, plus an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute (if applicable).
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools, and more.
• Tax-Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA).
• Relocation Assistance (if applicable).

Toyota does not offer support or sponsorship for employment-based visas or other work authorization for this role now or in the future. Applicants must have the right to work in the United States without requiring Toyota’s support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment.