Serge Patrick Tchuente - Senior Test Engineer

Q: Where is Serge Patrick based?

Serge Patrick is based in Dettenheim, Germany .

Q: What languages does Serge Patrick speak?

Serge Patrick speaks the following languages: French (Native), German (Advanced), English (Intermediate) .

Q: How many years of experience does Serge Patrick have?

Serge Patrick has at least 21 years of experience. During this time, Serge Patrick has worked in at least 17 different roles and for 21 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year . Note that Serge Patrick may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Serge Patrick's latest experience?

Serge Patrick's most recent position is Senior Test Engineer at Voith Group .

Q: What companies has Serge Patrick worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Serge Patrick has worked for Voith Group , ZKW GmbH , Schaeffler AG , Getinge , and Flex Automotive GmbH .

Q: Which industries is Serge Patrick most experienced in?

Serge Patrick is most experienced in industries like Automotive , Healthcare , and Transportation and Logistics . Serge Patrick also has some experience in Manufacturing .

Q: Which business areas is Serge Patrick most experienced in?

Serge Patrick is most experienced in business areas like Quality Assurance (QA) , Product Development , and Information Technology (IT) . Serge Patrick also has some experience in Project Management .

Q: Which industries has Serge Patrick worked in recently?

Serge Patrick has recently worked in industries like Automotive and Healthcare .

Q: Which business areas has Serge Patrick worked in recently?

Serge Patrick has recently worked in business areas like Quality Assurance (QA) , Product Development , and Information Technology (IT) .

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Dettenheim, Germany

Experience

Oct 2024 - Mar 2025

6 months

Heidenheim, Germany

Senior Test Engineer

Voith Group

Software tests for control functions in e-mobility vehicles
Development of software tests for complex system and component functions for control and regulation in commercial e-mobility vehicles
Analysis of software specifications and creation of test specifications for system and component function tests
Further development and maintenance of test tools
Conducting manual and/or automated tests based on test specifications
Reviewing test specifications and participating in reviews of software specifications
Tools: Vector CANalyzer, SIEMENS Polarion

Oct 2023 - Mar 2024

6 months

Wiener Neustadt, Austria

Embedded Software Tester

ZKW GmbH

Embedded software testing of the central digital matrix light control unit
Test automation & execution with Vector VT Systems
Requirements analysis & test strategy using Black Box methods
UDS diagnostic tests with Vector DiVa & SFD integration with Vector Security Manager
Error analysis & documentation for efficient troubleshooting
Tools: Vector CANoe Option Ethernet, Vector DiVa, Vector Security Manager, Polarion

Sep 2023 - Feb 2024

6 months

Herzogenaurach, Germany

Application and Requirements Engineer

Schaeffler AG

Testing of the e-axle control unit
Analysis & planning of system requirements with PTC Integrity, creation of test strategies
Testability & traceability: requirements review, creation of test specifications, ensuring traceability
Integration tests on HiL for gearbox validation, tool adaptation for efficient testing
Technical documentation of analysis, tests and coverage of customer requirements
Tools: Vector CANoe Option CAN, Windchill PTC Integrity

Nov 2022 - Sep 2023

11 months

Rastatt, Germany

System Test Engineer

Getinge

System test engineer for operating tables
Requirements analysis to develop accurate test specifications
Test concept & specification in ALM Polarion for manual & automated tests
Manual test execution to validate system requirements
Test automation with NI Veristand, optimization of test scripts for efficiency
Tools: Polarion, PCAN Explorer, NI Veristand

Apr 2021 - Nov 2022

1 year 8 months

Filderstadt, Germany

System Test Engineer

Flex Automotive GmbH

System test engineer for configurable function gateway
System analysis & test planning according to ISO 17025 & ASPICE SYS.4/SYS.5 with ALM Polarion
Test concept & automation with Vector VT System & CAPL
Efficient test execution through automation & manual test synchronization
Documentation & traceability according to standards for full traceability
Tools: Polarion, Vector vTestStudio, Vector CANoe LIN, CAN, CAPL, C#

Oct 2020 - May 2021

8 months

Stuttgart, Germany

Software Test Engineer

Odelo GmbH

Performing manual testing and test automation during the development of intelligent tail-brake-turn signal lights
Automated safety tests to ensure reliability according to safety standards
Test programming in C# & CAPL for targeted automation and scenarios
Hardware integration & HiL migration from Technica HiL to Vector HIL
Rest bus simulation & LIN tests with CANoe & LIN description file (LDF)
GUI development & signal control for test visualization & control
ASPICE-compliant documentation in DOORS & Confluence for traceability
Tools: Visual Studo .Net, LIN, Jira, Confluence, CAPL, C#

Aug 2020 - Aug 2020

1 month

Wolfsburg, Germany

Test Engineer

Volkswagen AG

Commissioning and preparation of test vehicles
ECU updates & configuration on test benches & test vehicles
Tracing & diagnostics with Serial 2 & CANoe for error analysis
Commissioning & integration of system components
Troubleshooting & ticket management to optimize processes
Coordination & communication in integration rounds & error review meetings
Tools: Jira, Confluence, ODIS, Python

Oct 2019 - Mar 2020

6 months

Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Software Tester

KNAPP Smart Solutions GmbH

Software tester for robotic systems
Automated software tests with Tosca for high coverage & reliability
CI/CD integration with Jenkins for efficient test processes
Quality-focused development with comprehensive test documentation
Optimization of processes & systems through innovative teamwork
Incorporation of real use cases to improve test coverage
Support & error analysis to solve complex problems
Tools: Delphi, Jira, Confluence, Jenkins

Mar 2019 - Aug 2019

6 months

Munich, Germany

System Test Engineer

Magna Telemotive GmbH

System test engineer in the development of vehicle data loggers
Black-box tests & error verification to ensure software stability
Manual & automated tests for functionality & system integration
Download & interface tests to verify data transmission
Robustness & bus system tests to validate performance & communication
Tools: Vector CANoe, Bugzilla, Confluence, CAN, LIN, Ethernet, RS232

Jul 2018 - Dec 2018

6 months

Bensheim, Germany

System Test Planner

Dentsply Sirona

Planning system tests for mechatronic systems in medical technology in close collaboration with software developers
Creating test specifications to cover all quality criteria
Test planning & embedded systems with a focus on medical technology
Documentation & reporting for full traceability
Close collaboration with developers to optimize test processes
Tools: Linux, CAN bus, PCAN-Explorer, Polarion, dental chair
Technologies: CAN bus, dental chair, electric motors

Mar 2018 - Feb 2019

1 year

Gaimersheim, Germany

Test Automation Engineer

BFFT GmbH

Test automation for battery management systems and controllers
Automated tests with CAPL & CANoe for efficient simulations
HiL & component tests to validate battery management systems
Implementation of bus systems for reliable communication
Robustness tests & validation to check system stability
Automated test evaluation & visualization for precise analysis
Tools: Vector tools (CANoe CAN bus, CAPL scripting for test automation)
Programming languages: CAPL/C, DXL (DOORS scripting)

Mar 2018 - Feb 2019

1 year

Mannheim, Germany

Requirements Manager

EvoBus GmbH

Requirements management and test specification for development of various commercial vehicle systems
Test specification & requirements analysis with DOORS
Current state analysis & gap identification to optimize test requirements
Derivation & execution of HiL tests for system integration & validation
Technical documentation & traceability to track tests
Verification of requirements to ensure project compliance
Tools: DOORS
Technologies: dSpace HiL

Mar 2016 - Feb 2017

1 year

Bietigheim-Bissingen, Germany

Test Manager

Valeo GmbH

Test manager for driver assistance systems
Creation of system & subsystem requirement specifications based on customer requirements
Specification of software, hardware & mechanical requirements for clear development guidelines
Test planning & traceability to ensure complete tracking
Test automation & task management to optimize test processes
Project coordination & progress monitoring in close alignment with project management
Tools: DOORS, FlexRay, Vector CANoe, Dimension/Serena

Oct 2014 - May 2019

4 years 8 months

Bretten, Germany

Senior System Test Engineer

Huf GmbH

Senior system test engineer for tire pressure sensors
Creation of requirements documentation according to Automotive SPICE
Derivation & specification of system & subsystem requirements in DOORS
Traceability & test case development for tire pressure sensors
Automation & test scripts in CAPL for efficient HiL tests
Test execution & result analysis, including manual tests
Creation & automation of test reports in HTML & Excel
DOORS management & DXL scripts to increase efficiency
Tools: CANoe, DOORS, EDIABAS
Programming languages: CAPL/C, DXL (DOORS scripting)
Technologies: climate chamber, centrifuge, pressure chamber, FlexRay, oscilloscope

Dec 2013 - Sep 2014

10 months

Holzgerlingen, Germany

System Test Engineer

Autoliv GmbH

System test engineer for vehicle radar system
Customer-oriented requirements analysis for tailored tests
Collaboration with function development for fault analysis
Test architecture & planning for structured validation
Test case design & CR defect management for seamless traceability
Result analysis & reporting to evaluate system performance
Definition & execution of road tests under real conditions
Instrumentation of test vehicles for precise test conditions
Tools: CANoe, DOORS
Programming languages: CAPL/C, XML, Java (Eclipse)
Technologies: Mini HiL

Mar 2012 - Oct 2013

1 year 8 months

Bietigheim-Bissingen, Germany

Software Tester

Valeo GmbH

Software testing (validation testing) for embedded systems - automatic parking assistant in automotive
Development & execution of validation tests for embedded systems
Setup & configuration of test environments for prototype validation
Evaluation & optimization of prototypes based on test results
Change & configuration management for stable development processes
Test automation & optimization by customizing Java test generators
Development of a desktop application with Java to automate test processes
Creation of test reports & documentation for complete traceability
Tools: DOORS, FlexRay, Vector CANoe, Dimension/Serena
Programming languages: CAPL/C, XML, Java (Eclipse)

Jan 2011 - Dec 2011

1 year

Schwieberdingen, Germany

HIL Test Bench Operator

Knorr-Bremse

HIL test bench support
Maintenance & documentation of test benches & test items
Endurance tests & analysis to assess long-term stability
Specification-based tests to ensure compliance with defined standards
Automation of test documentation for efficient traceability
Development of test bench applications in Pascal / Delphi
Tools: PT Integrity, Delphi
Programming language: Pascal

Apr 2009 - Dec 2010

1 year 9 months

Mannheim, Germany

Test Engineer

Daimler Truck AG & EvoBus

Commissioning and integration testing of body control modules: door and climate control units
HIL testing & validation of door & climate control units
Test planning & release management with customers & suppliers
Automated tests with CAPL for efficient validation
Analysis, documentation & issue tracking in DOORS
Regression tests & flexible test schedules for quality assurance
Tools: Provetech-TA / VBS, DOORS
Programming language: VBS
Technologies: dSPACE HiL

Jul 2008 - Dec 2008

6 months

Sindelfingen, Germany

HIL System Integration Tester

Mercedes-Benz Plant

HIL system integration testing: commissioning of HIL test benches and integration testing of vehicle dynamics control units
System integration: specification & procurement of control unit components
HIL environment: setup of test systems & CAN residual bus simulation
Automation: creation of real-time test cases & MATLAB models
Test execution: commissioning & validation of test results
Tools: Provetech-TA / VBS, DOORS
Programming language: VBS
Technologies: dSPACE HiL

Jan 2006 - Jun 2008

2 years 6 months

Karlsbad, Germany

Software Quality Engineer

Harman

Software quality engineer for vehicle infotainment systems, including navigation systems and qualification of diagnostic functions
MMI tests: verification of control & error logging
Automation: diagnostic protocol tests for error detection
Software validation: tests for data transfer & module stability
MOST network: qualification & fault diagnosis for system optimization
Tools: Vector CANoe, Vector, DiVa
Technology: UDS diagnostics, Optolyser, MOST bus, CAN bus

Oct 2004 - Dec 2005

1 year 3 months

Frankfurt, Germany

Measurement Test Bench Supervisor

Continental Automotive Technologies GmbH

Setup and maintenance of measurement technology test benches. Stabilization and automation of the process flow during laser trimming
Automation and optimization of the laser calibration system using Agilent HP Vee to improve the efficiency of the calibration process
Stabilization of the calibration process to ensure consistently high quality and reliability of production workflows
Support and further development of existing measurement and testing equipment with Agilent HP Vee
Setup and commissioning of test benches, including semi-finished systems, to create functional and precise test environments
Performing and analyzing measurements for performance verification
Technology: Agilent HP Vee, CTS rotary table, CTS temperature chamber, Tektronix oscilloscope, HP signal generator, needle card and wafers of MEMS sensors, Vötsch shaker

Dec 2001 - Sep 2004

2 years 10 months

Lippstadt, Germany

Test Bench Programmer/Tester

Hella KG, Behr-Hella Thermocontrol GmbH

Commissioning and programming of functional and environmental test benches for roof control units (DBE)
Test bench integration and customization for a reliable test environment
Software development and simulation: programs to simulate DBE peripherals using LabWindows CVI
Environmental tests and stress tests (temperature and vibration)
Automation and test programming: development of test routines and implementation of test cases
Automation of DBE diagnostic testing with CVI and C language
Functional tests and parameterization: programming according to functional tester requirements
Software validation and test planning: analysis of requirements specifications and creation of test specifications
CAN bus communication and analysis: using CANoe to filter and analyze CAN messages
Tools: NI CVI/LabWindows for creating test source code in C, MKS
Technology: CTS temperature chamber, Tektronix oscilloscope, NI PXI, Vötsch shaker environmental test benches

Industries Experience

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Experienced in Automotive (20 years), Healthcare (1.5 years), Transportation (0.5 years), and Manufacturing (0.5 years).

Automotive

Healthcare

Transportation

Manufacturing

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Quality Assurance (21 years), Product Development (16.5 years), Information Technology (1.5 years), and Project Management (1 year).

Quality Assurance

Product Development

Information Technology

Project Management

Skills

Istqb-certified Senior Test Engineer: System Testing, Software Testing
Test Automation
Requirements Engineering / Management
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Office
Doors
Polarion
Windchill Ptc Integrity
Mks
Linux Suse
Debian
Jira
Confluence
Bugzilla
Plm Dimension
Plm Cmd
Sap Is-u/uc4g
Visual C#
Visual C++
Visual Basic
Java (Eclipse)
Pascal (Delphi)
Xaml
Pcan Explorer
Html
Css
Php
Javascript
Dxl (Doors)
Provetech
Capl
Dspace Hil
Vector Canoe (Option Lin, Can, Flexray, Ethernet)
Vector Vt Systems
Vector Hil
Picoscope
Adtf
Vector Vteststudio
Vector Diva
Cts Turntable
Vötsch Temperature Chamber
Vötsch Shaker
Ni Teststand
Labwindows
Labview
Oscilloscope
Multimeter
Electrical Load
Odis – Vag Diagnostics
Jenkins
Current Clamp
Svn Tortoise
Git

Languages

French

Native

German

Advanced

English

Intermediate

Education

Dipl. Ing. Electrical Engineering - Communications Engineering · Electrical Engineering - Communications Engineering

Certifications & licenses

ISTQB-FL Vector vTestStudio

ISTQB-certified Senior Test Engineer

Vector DiVa

Profile

Created

August 2025

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Where is Serge Patrick based?

Serge Patrick is based in Dettenheim, Germany.

What languages does Serge Patrick speak?

Serge Patrick speaks the following languages: French (Native), German (Advanced), English (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Serge Patrick have?

Serge Patrick has at least 21 years of experience. During this time, Serge Patrick has worked in at least 17 different roles and for 21 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year. Note that Serge Patrick may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Serge Patrick be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Serge Patrick would be well-suited for roles such as: Senior Test Engineer, Embedded Software Tester, Application and Requirements Engineer.

What is Serge Patrick's latest experience?

Serge Patrick's most recent position is Senior Test Engineer at Voith Group.

What companies has Serge Patrick worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Serge Patrick has worked for Voith Group, ZKW GmbH, Schaeffler AG, Getinge, and Flex Automotive GmbH.

Which industries is Serge Patrick most experienced in?

Serge Patrick is most experienced in industries like Automotive, Healthcare, and Transportation and Logistics. Serge Patrick also has some experience in Manufacturing.

Which business areas is Serge Patrick most experienced in?

Serge Patrick is most experienced in business areas like Quality Assurance (QA), Product Development, and Information Technology (IT). Serge Patrick also has some experience in Project Management.

Which industries has Serge Patrick worked in recently?

Serge Patrick has recently worked in industries like Automotive and Healthcare.

Which business areas has Serge Patrick worked in recently?

Serge Patrick has recently worked in business areas like Quality Assurance (QA), Product Development, and Information Technology (IT).

What is Serge Patrick's education?

Serge Patrick holds a Bachelor in Electrical Engineering - Communications Engineering.

Does Serge Patrick have any certificates?

Serge Patrick has 3 certificates. These include: ISTQB-FL Vector vTestStudio, ISTQB-certified Senior Test Engineer, and Vector DiVa.

What is the availability of Serge Patrick?

Serge Patrick is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Serge Patrick?

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