Automation, Communication Skills, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Systems, Driver's License, Electrical Engineering Software, Electromechanical Systems, Energy Efficiency, Hardware Quality Assurance, Identify Issues, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Instrumentation, Integration Testing, LabVIEW Programming Language, Needs Assessment, Project/Program Management, Realtime Operating System, Requirements Management, Research & Development (R&D), Scripting (Scripting Languages), Software Administration, Software Design, Software Engineering, Software Testing, System Integration (SI), Systems Administration/Management, Systems Engineering, Team Player, Technical Analysis, Testing, Time Management, Willing to Travel
Who We Are:
We develop, maintain, and advance MoSAIC™ (Modular System for Automation, Instrumentation, and Control), our LabVIEW-based software platform designed for automated R&D testing of electro-mechanical systems and components. MoSAIC™ enables seamless data acquisition, real-time control, scripting, and logging through integration with National Instruments (NI) hardware (e.g., PXI, CompactRIO) and RTOS. The platform supports a wide range of applications, including testing vehicle battery packs, electric motors, electric vehicles, internal combustion engines, drivetrains, locomotives, & many others.
Objectives of this Role:
- Collaborate with a team of data acquisition, instrumentation, and controls experts to develop, maintain, and deploy LabVIEW-based MoSAIC™ software solutions to support data acquisition, test system control, and automation for a wide variety of systems across a 300+ person labor.
- Apply expertise in LabVIEW, NI Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS), and associated NI hardware to streamline test cell operations, increase resource efficiency, and meet challenging R&D objectives.
- Lead or contribute to all phases of system/software integration: Requirements Gathering and Analysis, System Design, Development, Integration and Testing, Acceptance, System Installation, Deployment, Maintenance, Troubleshooting, and Data Security.
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:
- Work in a team or independently to develop and support LabVIEW-based applications for controlling test articles in R&D testing environments.
- The working environment will include office as well as laboratory/field assignments.
- Capture user requirements, analyze needs, and refine software designs within time and cost constraints.
- Provide software modifications, enhancements, and technical assessments as lab needs evolve.
- Troubleshoot software, RTOS, instrumentation hardware (e.g., PXI, CompactRIO), sensors, and associated systems.
- Engage in hands-on troubleshooting and fieldwork to ensure software and hardware align with project requirements.
- Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and project stakeholders to deliver integrated solutions.
- Primary job function is located at the SwRI main campus in San Antonio, Texas.
- Travel required on an as-needed basis to conduct project work.
Requirements:
- Requires a Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Systems Engineering or similar Computer Science or engineering degree with related experience.
- 7 - 12 years: Must have LabVIEW development experience and expertise.
- Must have NI Certified LabVIEW Developer (CLD) certification, and, if none, must be willing and able to obtain CLD certification within 2 years of start of employment and CLA within 4 years.
- Must have sufficient communication skills. Must possess project management experience, specifically regarding level of effort estimating and task planning & tracking.
- Must have working knowledge of the following phases of system/software integration: Requirements Gathering and Analysis, System Design, Development, Integration and Testing, Acceptance, System Installation, Deployment, Maintenance, Troubleshooting, and Data Security.
- A valid/clear driver's license is required.
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Southwest Research Institute