Automated Test Equipment (ATE) Engineer

Job description

**Primary Responsibilities:** - Analyze project specifications to understand system requirements and develop applications using LabVIEW, TestStand, or VeriStand. - Design and implement LabVIEW-based software solutions for measurement, automation, and testing systems. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate software with hardware components. - Develop and execute comprehensive software test plans to ensure the functionality, quality, and reliability of ATE applications. - Interpret and analyze test results, identifying and troubleshooting any issues or bugs during both engineering and production processes. - Create detailed documentation, including software user manuals and technical reports, to support system implementation and maintenance. - Provide technical support to customers during test execution and troubleshooting phases. - Work closely with project managers and stakeholders to provide regular status updates and meet project timelines. - Stay abreast of advancements in LabVIEW, Test Stand, and NI hardware/software technologies to enhance development processes. - Demonstrate adaptability and a commitment to learning new tools, technologies, and methodologies. **Requirements:** - Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, Electronics, Instrumentation, Computer Science, or a related field. - Minimum 5-6 years of hands-on experience in programming and development using LabVIEW and NI Test Stand. - Proven expertise in developing software applications for measurement and automation systems. - Strong understanding of hardware integration and experience working with data acquisition devices. - Proficiency in utilizing lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital multimeters (DMM), and power supplies. - Solid understanding of software testing methodologies, including the creation and execution of test plans. - Strong knowledge in communication protocols such as CAN, Serial, ARINC, and Modbus. - Previous experience in developing and supporting ATE for production plants is highly desirable. - Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment. - Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable software solutions. - Knowledge of and adherence to lab safety standards and work environment best practices. - Experience in programming with Python or C# is a plus. - Familiarity with ATE hardware design and electrical drawing is an added advantage. - Required to travel a minimum of 30-40% of the time to production plants.