LabVIEW Engineer for ATE
Apetan Consulting LLC · Rockford, IL · 4 wk ago
On-siteEngineeringFull-time
Location: Rockford, IL – Full‑time
About the role
8+ years of experience designing, developing, and debugging software for Automated Test Equipment (ATE) using NI LabVIEW and NI TestStand. The role involves creating Virtual Instruments (VIs), interfacing with hardware such as DAQ devices and instruments, and ensuring high‑quality test data. Strong LabVIEW programming, hardware integration, and communication skills are essential.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain LabVIEW applications for automated test systems.
- Interface and control instruments including DAQ devices, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and digital multimeters.
- Develop and execute test scripts, sequences, and procedures for product validation.
- Collect, analyze, and report test data to ensure compliance with product specifications.
- Collaborate with manufacturing and design engineers to optimize test coverage and troubleshoot issues.
- Apply aerospace electrical system product knowledge where applicable.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Computer Engineering.
- Strong LabVIEW programming skills, including experience with LabVIEW and NI TestStand.
- Experience with National Instruments hardware (PXI, cRIO) and communication protocols such as TCP/IP, Serial, CAN, Bluetooth, SPI, and I²C.
Key Skills
- Electrical design of control panels and power distribution for test equipment and test systems.
- Creation of schematics, wiring diagrams, and specifications for constructing test stands and equipment.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical for schematic design.
- Experience with hydraulics, including valves, transducers, flow meters, and pumps.
- Knowledge of 24 VDC and 120 VAC control equipment.