Systems Design Engineer

A Mixed Signal Validation System Architect at Emerson T&M (NI) is a trusted technical advisor who understands validation and characterization lab testing intimately; including commonly existing methods used and can guide with a vision of future trends, Scope/SMU/Arb/Digital competition, and customer needs to define architectural requirements for products and systems. Drives the technical vision for the Semiconductor Validation Mixed Signal space, along with establishing a clear path on how to get there by working through other engineering teams. Seeks innovation to provide differentiated capabilities to customers, to enter new markets, and to amplify innovation within the organization by leveraging existing technology and influence new technical investments. In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be: Deep working knowledge of NI modular instruments and their implications on system architecture to influence NI roadmap decisions. Strong understanding of NI’s PXI modular hardware, with additional emphasis on product families like the PXIe-41xx, PXIe-51xx, and PXIe-657x and how they are best used in a lab validation environment Strong software background focused on instrumentation control and data analysis, with hands‑on experience in T&M tools (LabVIEW, Python, C#, Instrument Studio, TestStand) and NI drivers (DC-Power, NI-Digital, NI-Scope), enabling scalable and maintainable automated test system architectures. Advises business and R&D on technical trade‑off decisions. Able to influence based on technical facts, while capable of working closely with Business Managers for business details. Business acumen is a plus. Leads customer discussions on future system needs, trends, and technical exchanges that guide NI’s roadmap. Able to explain hard topics in simple terms and in customer context. Able to assess initial technical feasibility to ensure practicality of strategies Able to do context switching to do system consulting for customer opportunities Familiar with one or multiple digital standards and their test specifications like MIPI, I2C, SWI3S, etc. Experience in DUT communication and protocol validation. For This Role, You Will Need: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related STEM field. 12+ years of experience developing, automating or architecting test systems in a verification or validation laboratory. Strong documentation, communication, and problem solving skills. Expert in many Mixed Signal products from NI, including the achievable capabilities when bringing products together to create a system. Benefits We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave. Compensation The salary range for this role is $142,000 - $264,000 annually, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role. Work Authorization Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Equal Opportunity Employer Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. Accessibility Assistance or Accommodation If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: View email address on click.appcast.io . #J-18808-Ljbffr Emerson