Experienced Test Systems Engineer

DMC Engineering; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

DMC Test Systems engineers provide test and measurement solutions across industries, supporting R&D, validation, and manufacturing test. They adapt quickly to new technologies, designing software and hardware, and guiding projects from concept through documentation.

Level I focuses on design and testing, while Level II adds ownership of subsystems, mentoring, and client relationship development. Hybrid work is available in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum GPA of 3.4 (if stated)
• Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
• Experience with hardware, electronics, and instrumentation (power supplies, DAQ devices, cameras, sensors, actuators)
• Experience with programming (Python, C#, C++, LabVIEW)
• Knowledge of systems engineering principles and complex system design
• Ability to manage time across multiple projects
• Strong written/oral communication and technical writing skills

Responsibilities

• Designs software, hardware, and integrated systems that exceed customer requirements.
• Develops robust applications aligned with DMC programming standards & best practices.
• Designs portions of electrical and mechanical assemblies using off-the-shelf and custom hardware.
• Supports project planning, system architecture design, testing, commissioning, and documentation.
• Troubleshoots and debugs software and hardware systems.
• Collaborates with project teams and customers regarding scope and timeline.
• Performs programming and engineering at all stages of projects.
• Takes ownership of integrated systems or subsystems, combining software and hardware skills.
• Mentors and advises new team members.
• Develops and maintains customer and partner relationships to support repeat business and new opportunities.

Skills

Python

C#

C++

LabVIEW

System design

Debugging

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering, or related field

Tools

DAQ hardware

Job description

(Hybrid)

Description

DMC Test Systems Engineers provide test & measurement solutions to a wide range of clients across industries, supporting applicatio ns including R&D, validation , and manufacturing test . A dapting quickly to innovative technologies and absorbing specific industry knowledge , they provide custom software engineering, hardware system design, problem solving, and guidance t hroughout all phases of projects . Working both independently and in teams, Test Systems Engineers contribute to project management, technical sales, and project delivery while communicating effectively with customers and colleagues.

About DMC

DMC is a leading engineering consulting firm, delivering high-caliber engineering and custom software development services globally. Specializing in innovative solutions for manufacturing, testing, and product development, our expertise spans industries from aerospace to consumer-packaged goods to healthcare, and more. Our engineers excel in staying ahead of cutting-edge technologies and delivering top notch solutions. We prioritize technical excellence and cultivate a collaborative environment for independent and team-based work, reflecting our commitment to professional growth and providing forward-thinking solutions to clients.

Responsibilities

Engineer Level I (0-3 years relevant experience)

• Designs software, hardware, and integrated systems that exceed customer requirements
• Develop s robust applications aligned with DMC programming standards & best practices
• Designs portions of electrical and mechanical assemblies using off-the-shelf and custom hardware
• Supports p roject p lanning , s ystem a rchitecture d esign , testing, commissioning, and documentation
• Troubleshoots and debugs software and hardware systems
• Co llaborate s with project teams and customer s regarding scope and timeline

Engineer Level II ( 3 -5 years relevant experience)

Includes all Engineering Level I responsibilities

• Perform s programming and engineering at all stages of projects
• Takes ownership of in tegrated systems or subsystems, combining s oftware and hardware skills
• Mentor s and technically advise s new team members
• Develops and maintains customer and partner relationships to support repeat business and new opportunities

Requirements

Engineer Level I ( 0 -3 years relevant experience)

• Bachelor 's degree in Electrical , Mechanical, or Computer Engineering, or related field
• Minimum GPA of 3.4
• Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
• Experience working with hardware, electronics, and instrumentation (such as power supplies, DAQ devices, cameras, sensors, actuators, etc. )
• Experience with programming ( such as Python, C#, C++ , LabVIEW )
• Quickly l earn s n ew t echnologies and applies established patterns and best practices
• Knowledge of systems engineering principles and complex system design
• Ability to manage time a cross multiple projects
• Strong written /oral communication and technical writing skills

Engineer Level II ( 3 -5 years relevant experience)

Includes all Engineering Level I re quirements

• Experience designing and implementing measurement, DAQ, or control systems
• Knowledge of current test and measurement hardware and devices
• Ability to specify hardware and components based on system requirements
• Proficiency in software de sign, implementation, and documentation
• Experience with project planning and system architecture design
• Demonstrated success delivering project-based engineering solutions for customers

Compensation

Starting compensation is based on industry , relevantexperienceand location standards.

• Engineer Level I (0-3 years relevant experience): $87,500 - $97,500
• Engineer Level II (3-5+ years relevant experience): $97,500 - $115,000
• Engineering Levels III & Above (5-10 years relevant experience): $115,000 - $165,000+