Automation System Engineer

Please note: This role is onsite near Rockford, IL, but the company is open to sponsoring relocation for strong candidates! This is a direct hire role on w2. No c2c, 1099, or starting on contract options here.

• Architect, develop, and maintain automated test systems using LabVIEW for electrical and electromechanical product validation.
• Design and implement NI PXI-based test platforms
  , including hardware integration, signal conditioning, and data acquisition.
• Translate electrical and system-level requirements into automated test plans, scripts, and validation protocols
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• Develop reusable LabVIEW frameworks and test modules to support scalable automation.
• Create and execute validation and verification plans for systems involving motors, power electronics, and embedded controls.
• Design and build test fixtures and automation solutions to improve test repeatability and efficiency.
• Support testing of connected products
  , including interfaces, communications, and system integration.
• Partner with engineering teams on failure analysis, root cause investigations, and design improvements
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• Ensure validation activities meet regulatory and compliance requirements (EFT, HiPot, EMC, conducted/radiated emissions).
• Document test architectures, procedures, results, and traceability throughout the product lifecycle.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians on automation best practices (as applicable).

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering Technology, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in test automation, validation, or verification engineering.
• Advanced LabVIEW development experience
  ; Certified LabVIEW Architect (CLA) strongly preferred
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• Hands‑on experience designing and supporting NI PXI-based test systems
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• Strong background in electrical system testing, data acquisition, and automated validation.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, specifications, and system requirements.
• Experience validating systems with motors, power electronics, and embedded controls.
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance testing requirements.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work cross‑functionally.

• Appliance, industrial equipment, or electro‑mechanical product background.
• Experience with Test Stand or other test management frameworks.
• Exposure to Python or other scripting languages supporting automation.
• Experience with environmental or stress testing (thermal, vibration).
• Familiarity with product development life cycles (V‑model, Agile, Waterfall).