Labview Test Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: LabVIEW Test Engineer Job Description

The LabVIEW Test Engineer designs, develops, and maintains automated test systems that support electronic assembly and PCBA manufacturing. This role combines hands-on work with test equipment, software development in NI LabVIEW and TestStand, and close collaboration with production, IT, and R&D teams to ensure reliable, efficient, and scalable test processes. The engineer actively contributes to continuous improvement, supports new product introductions, and ensures that test software and data systems operate correctly and consistently.

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.

Essential Skills

• 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.

Additional Skills & 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.

Work Environment

This role is based on-site at an R&D facility five days a week, working closely with engineering, production, and IT teams. The environment centers on automated test systems, including NI LabVIEW, TestStand, NI PXI hardware, boundary scan tools such as XJTAG and Corelis, and SQL-based data systems. Work involves hands-on interaction with electronic assemblies, PCBA manufacturing test setups, and both Windows and Linux operating environments. The position requires regular use of standard hand tools for assembling and maintaining test fixtures and equipment, and involves a mix of lab, production floor, and office settings within a collaborative, engineering-focused culture.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbia, SC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $48.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Columbia,SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

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