Application Guide

How to Apply for Senior SQA Engineer

at YASA

🏢 About YASA

YASA is at the forefront of electric motor innovation, developing compact and efficient axial-flux motor technology that is revolutionizing the automotive industry. As a pioneer in sustainable mobility, YASA offers a dynamic environment where engineers directly contribute to achieving ambitious emissions targets.

About This Role

As a Senior SQA Engineer, you will ensure the reliability and performance of YASA's electric motor systems and embedded software through rigorous testing. Your work will directly impact the quality and safety of next-generation electric vehicles, making this a high-impact role in a cutting-edge field.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start with a stand-up meeting to discuss test progress and blockers, followed by executing HIL test scripts for a new motor controller firmware release. After lunch, you might analyze test results, document a bug in Jira, and collaborate with firmware engineers to reproduce an issue. The day could end with refining an automated test suite in Python to cover new edge cases.

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🎯 Who YASA Is Looking For

  • An engineer with 5+ years of SQA experience, specifically in automotive or electric motor industries, who understands the unique challenges of embedded systems testing.
  • Proficient in Python and test automation frameworks, with a track record of designing automated test suites for hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) environments.
  • Experienced in developing comprehensive test plans for complex electromechanical systems, including motor controllers and power electronics.
  • A collaborative problem-solver who thrives in cross-functional teams and can communicate technical issues clearly to both engineering and management.

📝 Tips for Applying to YASA

1

Highlight specific experience with HIL testing and any work with electric motor controllers or inverters in your resume.

2

Quantify your impact: e.g., 'Automated 80% of regression tests, reducing test cycle time by 50%.'

3

Mention familiarity with automotive standards like ISO 26262 or ASPICE if applicable.

4

Tailor your cover letter to YASA's mission of emissions reduction and mention your passion for sustainable technology.

5

Showcase Python scripting examples, preferably from a GitHub or portfolio link, to demonstrate automation skills.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Emphasize your experience with embedded systems testing and HIL setups, directly linking to YASA's motor control systems.", "Express enthusiasm for YASA's axial-flux technology and its role in the EV revolution.", 'Demonstrate your ability to collaborate across teams (e.g., hardware, firmware, systems engineering) to resolve quality issues.', 'Highlight any experience with test automation frameworks and how they improved efficiency in previous roles.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Study YASA's axial-flux motor technology and its advantages over radial-flux motors (e.g., power density, efficiency).
  • → Read about YASA's acquisition by Mercedes-Benz and its integration into the Mercedes-EQ strategy.
  • → Familiarize yourself with common test tools in the automotive industry, such as Vector CANoe, dSPACE, or NI PXI.
  • → Look into YASA's recent projects or partnerships to understand their current testing challenges.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe your experience designing test plans for electric motor systems or similar electromechanical products.
2 How do you approach automating tests for a hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) setup? Provide a specific example.
3 Explain a challenging quality issue you identified and resolved in an embedded system.
4 How do you prioritize test cases when there are tight deadlines and limited resources?
5 What is your experience with Python scripting for test automation, and which frameworks have you used?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't focus solely on software testing; emphasize hardware-software integration and HIL experience.
  • Avoid generic statements about quality assurance without linking to electric motor or automotive contexts.
  • Don't neglect to mention your hands-on experience with test automation tools and scripting; lack of specifics can hurt.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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