System Test Engineer in Poole

At Siemens Mobility, we are not just imagining the future of transportation—we are building it. Our team of experts is dedicated to creating smart, efficient, and sustainable mobility solutions that improve the daily lives of millions of passengers. We are looking for passionate professionals who are eager to innovate and push the boundaries of what's possible. If you are ready to be part of a transformative journey, come and join us.

We are currently recruiting for a System Test Engineer to join our System Test Engineering team within the Rail Infrastructure, Mobile Communications business based in Poole. The Mobile Communications business supplies on-board GSM-R equipment and other engineering solutions to rail industry operators and suppliers worldwide. This includes the GSM-R cab radio with GPS and LTE connectivity and the GSM-R data radio. We have earned a respected reputation in the industry which has developed as a result of our success in delivering to our customers. In addition, we are leading the way within the railway industry in developing the next generation of rail communications (Future Railway Mobile Communication System), based on 4G and 5G technology, so this is a great time to join the business in the development of a new, exciting technology.

You’ll make an impact by:

• Driving the delivery of system test activities to meet agreed time, cost, quality and performance requirements on complex, multidisciplinary projects.
• Creating clear and effective test procedures, cases and scripts aligned to the overall test strategy for system integration testing.
• Planning, coordinating and managing test tasks to ensure testing is executed efficiently, accurately and to the required standards.
• Collaborating closely with developers to investigate issues and identify root causes to support fast and effective resolution.
• Providing regular, transparent reporting on test progress, results, metrics and risks to keep stakeholders informed and aligned.
• Ensuring full engineering assurance and governance by demonstrating compliance with all relevant processes, standards, safety and quality requirements.
• Using strong analytical, verbal and numerical reasoning skills to positively influence technical discussions and contribute to high‑quality engineering outcomes.

Your success will be grounded by:

• Proven experience as a Software or System Test Engineer, ideally within an engineering environment, with strong knowledge of system integration testing for complex systems.
• A solid understanding of software test methodologies across the full development lifecycle and hands‑on experience writing effective test cases, specifications and scripts.
• Proficiency with ALM tools (with DOORS being a strong advantage) and the ability to understand project milestones and the impact of your deliverables.
• Excellent analytical, diagnostic and organisational skills, enabling you to manage time effectively and work to deadlines.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to create clear, concise and comprehensive technical documentation.
• A willingness to travel within the UK and overseas when required, and ideally holding an ISEB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing (desirable).

You’ll benefit from our compensation package which includes a competitive salary, company bonus, holiday allowance and pension. We celebrate the fact that our employees are individuals and have different wants and needs. With this in mind, we have a flexible benefits scheme where you can tailor your benefits package to suit you.

We value your unique identity and perspective and are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and create a better tomorrow with us! We are a Disability Confident Employer and welcome applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact your recruiter, who will be happy to support you.

At Siemens, we promote a growth mindset, the self-belief that we can learn and grow, take on new challenges and adapt to change. If you don't match all the criteria for this role but feel you have transferable skills to enable you to succeed, we encourage you to apply.