LABVIEW EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: TEST ENGINEER

DESCRIPTION:

Tecnova is a highly qualified National Instruments Certified Alliance Partner with a growing Automated Test Solutions department.

We are looking for two (2) self-motivated LabVIEW programmers / Developers who can contribute to the development of automated test, data acquisition, and control systems using National Instruments LabVIEW.

These positions are located at either our Waukegan, IL headquarters or our Loves Park, IL field office.  Relocation expenses are negotiable.

Direct customer contact and moderate travel within Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana is expected.

Candidates must have the ability to:
  • Contribute to multiple projects.
  • Innovate and help advance test methodologies using National Instruments LabVIEW.
  • Design, develop, implement, and document state-of-the-art test, measurement, data acquisition, and control systems.
  • Interact professionally with clients and build strong client relationships.

Candidates must have broad experience in:
  • Contributing to system design and specifications.
  • Executing test plans.
  • Programming and documenting LabVIEW applications.
  • Preparing end user documentation and help file content.

REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
  • 2+ years of LabVIEW experience.
  • Knowledge and comfort level with scientific and technical terminology.
  • Automated test, measurement, data acquisition, and/or control experience.
  • Must be able to meet objectives as directed.
  • Ability to effectively work independently in a fast paced environment.
  • Ability to adapt to changing requirements, rapidly absorb new concepts, and apply them effectively.
  • Ability to contribute and work in a team environment.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.

HELPFUL SKILLS

Preference will be given to applicants with the following skills:

  • Certified Certified LabVIEW Associate Developer or Certified LabVIEW Developer credentials … or the ability to attain CLAD certification within six (3) months and CLD certification within six (6) months of employment.
  • Experience with LabVIEW add-on toolkits and modules.
    • Real-Time
    • FPGA
    • Database Connectivity
    • Report Generation
    • Touch Panel Deployment
  • Experience with other National Instruments software platforms.
    • TestStand
    • VeriStand
    • LabWindows/CVI
    • SignalExpress
  • Experience with National Instruments hardware platforms.
    • Data Acquisition
    • Motion
    • Vision
    • Modular Instruments
    • CompactRIO
    • Compact FieldPoint
    • Signal Conditioning
    • RF
  • Experience with communication protocols
    • Serial (RS232/422/485)
    • GPIB (IEEE488)
    • TCP/IP
    • Modbus / Profibus
    • I2C / SPI
    • CAN / DeviceNET
  • Experience with a wide variety of sensors, transducers, transmitters, and signal conditioning.
    • Temperature / Humidity
    • Accelerometers / Microphones Power
    • Pressure / Strain / Force
    • Flow / Level
    • Balances / Scales
  • Active involvement in National Instruments and LabVIEW Communities, User Groups, LAVA forums, etc…

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
  • No 3rd-party resumes accepted.  Principals, only – no agencies or contractors.
  • Candidates must be a U.S. citizen or permanent U.S. resident authorized to work in this country for any employer.
  • Due to the immediacy of this position we are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.
  • We are not accepting applications from offshore candidates.


ABOUT TECNOVA

Tecnova is a leading electronic product development, automated test engineering, and contract manufacturing firm that provides custom electronic hardware, mechanical, and software solutions to small companies and Fortune 100 corporations.  We offer exciting and professional challenges, variety, and ample opportunity to roll up your sleeves and make a difference.  We offer an excellent salary package commensurate with the skills and qualifications of the applicant, 401(k), medical, dental, and eye care benefits.

Qualified innovative, creative, and results-oriented individuals that desire a wide variety of projects in a challenging, fast-paced environment are encouraged to apply.

If your background and qualifications match this position, please send your resume via one of the following methods for immediate consideration:


    Mail:
      Tecnova
      ATTN: Automated Test
      2383 N Delany Rd
      Waukegan, IL 60087-1836 USA

Please note: Due to the volume of the responses we receive, Tecnova will only contact those candidates who meet the requirements described above.