Labview Test Engineer

Actalent is seeking a LabVIEW Test Engineer to design, develop, and maintain automated test systems for electronic assembly and PCBA manufacturing. This role involves hands-on work with test equipment, software development in NI LabVIEW and TestStand, and collaboration with production, IT, and R&D teams to ensure reliable and scalable test processes.

About the role

This position is a Contract to Hire role based in Batesburg, SC, with a work environment centered on automated test systems, including NI LabVIEW, TestStand, NI PXI hardware, boundary scan tools (XJTAG, Corelis), and SQL-based data systems. The role requires regular interaction with electronic assemblies, PCBA manufacturing test setups, and both Windows and Linux operating environments. Work involves a mix of lab, production floor, and office settings within a collaborative, engineering-focused culture.

Responsibilities

• Analyze non-routine test and production issues to understand root causes and determine effective corrective actions.
• Ensure the implementation of assigned actions as defined in the manufacturing action plan, including audits, failure analysis activities, and improvement plans.
• Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot automated test equipment using commercial instruments such as NI PXI systems.
• Work with IT resources to ensure test software and data systems based on SQL database servers operate correctly, including performing data maintenance as required.
• Communicate test-related issues and findings to the R&D department, including submitting forms, markups, and other documentation updates.
• Support the analysis and continuous improvement of production test yield by identifying root causes of failures and proposing practical solutions.
• Support the transfer of test processes and technologies across the global supply chain, ensuring consistency and reliability of test methods.
• Contribute to the definition of test requirements and the creation of test processes for new products as part of the new product introduction team.
• Ensure the implementation of new test processes and tools in line with assigned action plans and project timelines.
• Apply problem anticipation and solving techniques and demonstrate strong troubleshooting skills to resolve test and equipment issues.
• Use training in electronics and the ability to analyze electrical schematics to diagnose and resolve test failures and equipment problems.
• Perform mechanical disassembly and reassembly of various test fixtures and equipment using common tools to support maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Navigate and manage test environments that involve both Windows and Linux systems for products tested in a Windows-based test environment.
• Collaborate effectively within a team environment, build strong working relationships, and maintain a customer-focused approach to supporting production and R&D.

Requirements

• Proficiency with NI LabVIEW for developing and maintaining automated test software.
• Experience with NI TestStand for managing and executing automated test sequences.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Windows-based PC hardware and software, including versions such as Windows 98, XP, 7, and 10.
• Experience in developing and maintaining automated test equipment using commercial instruments such as NI PXI systems.
• Experience working in an electronic assembly and PCBA manufacturing environment.
• Experience using boundary scan tools such as XJTAG and Corelis.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and build strong, collaborative relationships.
• Customer-focused mindset when supporting production, R&D, and other stakeholders.
• Strong troubleshooting skills, including problem anticipation and structured problem-solving techniques.
• Training in electronics and the ability to analyze electrical schematics to support test development and failure analysis.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to use common tools for disassembly and reassembly of test equipment and fixtures.
• Ability to navigate and work efficiently in a Windows environment for test development and execution.
• Experience working with SQL-based data systems and understanding of how test software interacts with SQL database servers.

Qualifications

• Experience developing testing programs in LabVIEW and C++.
• Experience with automated test equipment, including NI PXI platforms.
• Experience using boundary scan tools such as XJTAG and Corelis for board-level testing.
• Knowledge of SQL and experience supporting test data systems based on SQL database servers.
• TestStand experience for configuring, managing, and running automated test sequences.
• Experience using Linux for products that are tested within a Windows-based test environment.
• Ability to support technology transfers of test processes across a global supply chain.
• Ability to support new product introduction activities by defining test requirements and creating test processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for documenting test processes and communicating issues to R&D and other teams.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $48.00 per hour.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may include the following:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available.
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents).
• Short and long-term disability.
• Health Spending Account (HSA).
• Transportation benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation, or Sick Leave).

Schedule

This is a fully onsite position based in Batesburg, SC, requiring five days a week on-site at an R&D facility.