Lab Automation Engineer

Molex; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Molex is seeking a System Developer for the GRTS team in Rochester Hills, Michigan. You will oversee tests, develop hardware diagrams, and design control systems for advanced electromechanical processes, collaborating with global partners to support North America.

A strong LabVIEW/.NET/C++ background is essential. This full-time role emphasizes problem-solving, schematic creation, and hands-on troubleshooting of hardware and software in automated test environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or related field.
• 3+ years of reliability testing system development experience.
• Proven experience with LabVIEW, .NET, and C++.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to create detailed schematics and drawings.
• Excellent troubleshooting for hardware and software.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop hardware assembly and wiring diagrams for control and data acquisition systems.
• Design control systems for temperature, pressure, humidity, flow, and motion.
• Develop and maintain software knowledge, particularly in LabVIEW, .NET, C++, and VB.
• Create accurate schematics and drawings.
• Troubleshoot hardware issues in automated test systems.
• Write, upgrade, troubleshoot, and fix test software in LabVIEW, .NET, and VB.
• Collaborate with global partners and support North America region.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn and use approved AI tools to improve development efficiency.

Skills

LabVIEW

.NET

C++

VB

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or related field

Tools

LabVIEW

.NET

C++

VB

Job description

Join Our GRTS Team

We are currently seeking a talented System Developer to join our in-house GRTS staff. This full-time position is based in Rochester Hills, Michigan. If you are passionate about technology and looking to accelerate your career, this may be the perfect opportunity for you.

Role Overview

In this role, you will oversee and perform standard tests, analysis, and evaluations on Molex products. Your responsibilities will include developing hardware assembly and wiring diagrams for control and data acquisition systems, and designing control systems that manage temperature, pressure, humidity, flow, force, motion of mechanisms, system safety, human safety, and other advanced process and electromechanical systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop hardware assembly and wiring diagrams for control and data acquisition systems.
• Design control systems that include temperature, pressure, humidity, flow, force, motion of mechanisms, system safety, human safety, and other advanced processes and electromechanical systems.
• Develop and maintain fundamental software knowledge, particularly in LabVIEW, .NET, C#, C++, and VB.
• Create accurate and easy-to-read schematics and drawings.
• Troubleshoot hardware issues affecting the functionality of automated test systems.
• Write, upgrade, troubleshoot, and fix test software in LabVIEW, .NET, and VB.
• Collaborating with global partners and providing support worldwide, specifically in the North America region.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn and effectively use approved AI tools to improve development efficiency, reduce repetitive work, and support faster problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in reliability testing system development.
• Proven experience with LabVIEW, .NET, and C++
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to create detailed schematics and drawings.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills for hardware and software issues.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

What Puts You Ahead

• PLC programming knowledge and experience.
• Robotic programming skills.
• Mechanical and PCB design knowledge.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a dynamic and innovative team.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology and products.
• Grow your career in a supportive environment.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most.

• - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance.

Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aqui, or tu).