System Test Engineer

LotusLynx; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Mid-Senior level engineer to develop system-level validation strategies for complex systems. Responsibilities include designing automated test frameworks using LabVIEW and supporting Python-based test automation. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and 3+ years of validation and verification experience, including expertise with NI PXI platforms. The role offers comprehensive medical and vision insurance, 401(k), and paid maternity leave.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in system validation and verification within a product development or lab environment.
• Certified LabVIEW Architect (CLA) or equivalent advanced LabVIEW experience.
• Experience validating systems involving motors, embedded electronics, and GUIs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute system-level validation and verification strategies for complex systems.
• Translate electrical design specifications into test requirements and procedures.
• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks using LabVIEW.

Skills

System validation and verification

Python scripting experience

Automated test fixtures and procedures

Electrical schematics interpretation

Hands-on experience with NI PXI platforms

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

LabVIEW

NI PXI (PXI/PXIe)

Job description

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and execute system-level validation and verification strategies for complex electrical and electromechanical systems
• Translate electrical design specifications into detailed test requirements, validation plans, and procedures
• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks using LabVIEW
• Build and execute automated test solutions using NI PXI-based test platforms
• Develop and maintain Python scripts for test automation, data collection, and analysis
• Define and execute functional, load, and acceptance testing across multiple system configurations
• Support testing of systems with graphical user interfaces (GUIs), including acceptance and regression testing
• Collaborate with electrical, firmware, and systems engineers to troubleshoot failures and support root cause analysis
• Execute validation activities in compliance with regulatory standards (EFT, HiPot, conducted/radiated emissions, etc.)
• Document all validation activities including test reports, traceability matrices, and compliance documentation

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in system validation and verification within a product development or lab environment
• Certified LabVIEW Architect (CLA) or equivalent advanced LabVIEW architecture experience
• Hands‑on experience with NI PXI (PXI/PXIe) platforms for automated test systems
• Strong Python scripting experience supporting automated testing and data analysis
• Proven experience designing and executing automated test fixtures and procedures
• Strong ability to interpret electrical schematics, specifications, and system requirements
• Experience validating systems involving motors, embedded electronics, and GUIs

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with automated GUI testing frameworks
• Familiarity with Squish for Qt for GUI automation (strong plus)
• Experience testing connected / IoT‑enabled products
• Knowledge of appliance industry standards or similar electromechanical systems
• Experience with environmental or stress testing (thermal cycling, vibration, etc.)

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• Disability insurance