Software Integration Engineer Lab Automation

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Position Overview

We are seeking a Software Integration Engineer to support the development testing and validation of advanced heavy-duty powertrain systems within a powertrain engineering laboratory. The laboratory supports conventional electric and fuel-cell powertrain technologies.

This role will focus on integrating test automation platforms developing software tools and regression-testing applications and maintaining laboratory databases and supporting infrastructure. The engineer will also contribute to regulatory testing activities including EPA and CARB requirements.

Key areas of responsibility include test-system control data acquisition engine dynamometer environments test-cell automation fuel conditioning and measurement systems emissions instrumentation and combustion analysis platforms.

What You Will Do

You will join a powertrain data and software engineering team responsible for developing and supporting applications that improve test-cell operations data collection storage analysis and overall laboratory efficiency.

You will collaborate closely with engineers technicians laboratory personnel and other stakeholders to identify technical needs develop practical solutions and continuously improve the reliability and effectiveness of laboratory systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement automated test procedures using laboratory test automation platforms.
• Support maintain and enhance databases used for laboratory operations and test data management.
• Integrate intelligent hardware and laboratory instrumentation using a variety of communication protocols.
• Develop user interfaces and software applications that support test-cell operations and engineering workflows.
• Diagnose and resolve software and hardware issues within engine and powertrain development test environments.
• Document technical issues corrective actions and verified solutions using established troubleshooting and problem-solving practices.
• Develop C# scripts utilities and applications that improve testing processes data quality data reduction and engineering productivity.
• Configure and operate PC-based test and measurement equipment including CAN and vehicle-network analysis tools.
• Utilize vendor-provided APIs to extend the functionality of laboratory equipment and create customized engineering solutions.
• Develop and maintain automation protocols for performance durability and other powertrain testing applications.
• Design develop and maintain SQL databases and web-based user interfaces using MVC.
• Provide technical support and serve as a software interface between laboratory technicians engineers and test-planning teams.
• Support regulatory and compliance-related testing activities within the powertrain laboratory.
• Produce clear technical documentation describing software tools automation capabilities system requirements and operating procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve laboratory efficiency reliability and cost effectiveness through software and automation.
• Collaborate with internal users and stakeholders to understand technical challenges prioritize requirements and deliver sustainable solutions.
• Contribute to the long-term development and stability of laboratory data and analytics systems.

Who You Are

You are a software-focused engineer with a strong interest in automation data systems and engineering applications. You enjoy solving complex technical problems and working collaboratively with engineers and technicians in a hands-on laboratory environment.

You are comfortable learning new technologies integrating software with physical test equipment and developing practical solutions that improve testing and data-driven engineering processes.

You bring a collaborative mindset and are willing to share knowledge explore new approaches and work with cross-functional teams to continuously improve laboratory capabilities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• A Masters degree is preferred.
• Ten or more years of relevant professional experience may be considered in place of a bachelors degree.
• Strong programming experience with C#.
• Experience with Microsoft SQL Server and database development.
• Experience developing applications using MVC.
• Familiarity with Git and command-line workflows.
• Experience working with software communication protocols and hardware interfaces.
• Understanding of data collection data reduction and engineering data analysis.
• Strong troubleshooting analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Basic project management experience.
• Ability to work effectively with engineers technicians software developers and other technical stakeholders.

Technical Skills

Required

• C#
• Microsoft SQL / SQL Server
• MVC
• HTML
• CSS
• Git
• Software and hardware integration
• Test automation
• Data acquisition and analysis
• Communication protocols

Preferred

• Python
• Experience with CAN-based communication and analysis tools
• Experience working with test-cell automation systems
• Experience integrating vendor APIs and laboratory instrumentation
• Familiarity with engine testing and dynamometer environments
• Knowledge of diesel engines and after-treatment systems
• Experience with emissions or combustion measurement systems
• Experience supporting regulatory or compliance testing

Work Environment

This position combines software development with hands-on engineering support in a powertrain laboratory environment. The successful candidate should be comfortable working with both software applications and physical test equipment and should be able to communicate effectively with technical teams to resolve issues and deliver reliable automation and data solutions.

Salary Range: $

The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including but not limited to location the candidates combination of job-related knowledge qualifications skills education training and experience

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status age genetic information or pregnancy.

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