Staff Systems Design Engineer (Electrical)

About the Role

The Emerson Test & Measurement/National Instruments (NI) Transportation Business Unit (TBU) Customer Centric Solutions (CCS) Team is seeking a Staff Systems Design Engineer (Electrical) to work on custom solution projects. This multi-functional role involves gathering requirements, generating specification documents, and interfacing with integration partners, contract manufacturers, and internal personnel to design, deploy, and sustain custom solutions worldwide.

Daily interactions include customers, partners, NI Sales Teams, and Engineering Teams. The role may grow into a project technical leadership position, with responsibilities such as defining project plans, managing milestones, directing support personnel, and resolving field issues.

Responsibilities

• Interact with NI customers, staff, external partners, and suppliers to design, implement, and sustain custom solutions.
• Specify and define system configurations and electrical/electronic designs, including parts and component selection.
• Define electrical interfaces within a system and design related custom components and cables.
• Prototype, test, and deploy turnkey automated solutions in the Automotive industry.
• Travel domestically and abroad as needed (up to 25%) to support project objectives.
• Define and implement project plans, manage milestones, and ensure systems meet requirements for deployment.
• Direct support personnel, manage technical deliverables, and drive field-found issues to resolution.
• Generate requirements documents, statements of work, and Bills of Materials.
• Work effectively in a diverse, multi-cultural development environment.
• Problem-solve technical issues, propose solutions, and adapt to changing project needs.
• Take initiative, work independently, and drive tasks to successful completion.

Requirements

• B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or Electronics Engineering Technology.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant industry experience in Hardware Systems Design, Electrical Engineering, or Test Engineering Design.
• Understanding of electrical engineering, electronics, and computer architectures.
• Familiarity with high-level programming languages (LabVIEW, TestStand, C/C++/C#).
• Demonstrated understanding of:
  • Selection of instrumentation and equipment to meet system requirements.
  • Schematics, wiring diagrams, and signal routing.
  • Measurement methodologies and sources of measurement error.
  • Integration of hardware and software.
  • Bill of Materials creation and review.
• Familiarity with CAD and electrical/electronic design tools.
• Only U.S. Persons (U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 22 CFR120) may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on use of schematic capture tools and PCB design tools.
• Knowledge in component supplier selection.
• Hands-on use of NI Hardware Platforms and Instruments.
• Experience with SolidWorks Electrical and 3D plugin.
• Experience working with contract manufacturers and internal Manufacturing groups.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a diverse, multi-cultural environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills, initiative, and adaptability to changing project needs.

Benefits

• Variety of medical insurance plans, including dental and vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee resource groups and recognition programs.
• Flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation, and holiday leave.

Emerson will only employ those legally authorized to work in the United States. This role is not eligible for sponsorship.