Software Test Engineer II

Job overview

The Software Test Engineer II role is onsite in Germantown, MD. Compensation is $62,100–$85,300 per year. The position supports Wabtec’s engineering validation work; Wabtec provides equipment, systems, digital solutions, and services for freight and transit rail sectors. The engineer validates embedded software and supports hardware/software integration through manual and automated testing. The work produces traceable test cases, clear results, and automation improvements that help ensure software meets requirements and approved engineering processes.

What you'll do

• Review system and software requirements for testability
• develop test plans and procedures under senior guidance
• create and maintain traceable test cases
• perform manual and automated embedded software testing
• document results and produce test reports
• communicate with peers, developers, and stakeholders
• assist with laboratory equipment setup and maintenance
• contribute to test automation solutions
• follow company policies, engineering standards, safety requirements, and validation processes.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

software test engineer ii

germantown md

wabtec

full-time

onsite

embedded systems

software testing

test automation

python

hardware/software integration

rail transportation

$62,100–$85,300/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, welfare, and retirement benefits
• annual bonus may be available if eligible.

Why this role

Early-career role requiring at least two years of relevant experience; practical Python experience is required.

About the employer

Wabtec is hiring for this role. Industry: Railroad Rolling Stock Manufacturing. Sector: 33.