Onsite Lab Automation Software Integration Engineer

Apex Systems; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health benefits

401k matching

Job summary

Apex Systems is hiring an onsite Software Integration Engineer – Lab Automation for our client in Hagerstown, MD. The role focuses on developing and integrating software for automated test environments and data acquisition systems.

The ideal candidate has strong C#, SQL Server, and ASP.NET MVC experience, and can build interfaces and databases to support laboratory operations. First-shift schedule applies, with a 12-month contract and potential extensions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field required; master’s degree preferred.
• OR 10+ years of relevant software development, automation, integration, or engineering laboratory experience may be considered in place of a bachelor’s degree.
• Experience developing software or automation solutions for engineering, laboratory, testing, manufacturing, or similarly technical environments.
• Strong programming experience with C#, Microsoft SQL Server, and ASP.NET MVC.
• Experience developing and supporting test automation software, regression tools, or engineering applications.
• Ability to integrate hardware and software through APIs and communication protocols.
• Experience designing, maintaining, and troubleshooting relational databases.
• Strong data reduction, analysis, and technical problem-solving skills.
• Experience documenting software defects and driving issues through verified resolution.
• Familiarity with source control and collaborative software development practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate software solutions that support automated engineering test environments, laboratory operations, and data acquisition systems.
• Create test procedures and automation workflows used for system performance, durability, and regulatory testing.
• Develop regression-testing tools, scripts, and applications using C# to improve test execution and data quality.
• Build and maintain laboratory databases used to store, organize, and retrieve engineering test data.
• Develop user interfaces and internal applications that support test operations, data access, and analysis.
• Integrate test equipment, measurement devices, and intelligent hardware using multiple communication protocols.
• Develop and maintain automation protocols for dynamometer, test-cell, and laboratory-based testing.
• Troubleshoot software, hardware, communication, and integration issues within engineering test environments.
• Identify, prioritize, and document technical issues while driving verified solutions through completion.
• Support data acquisition and control systems associated with test equipment, measurement systems, and analytical devices.
• Utilize tools such as Vector CANalyzer, Kvaser CAN, and related PC-based test applications to evaluate software and hardware performance.
• Use manufacturer APIs to customize tools and extend the functionality of laboratory equipment and testing applications.
• Develop and maintain Microsoft SQL Server databases and web-based user interfaces using ASP.NET MVC.
• Partner with laboratory technicians, engineers, and technical stakeholders to understand testing needs and translate them into reliable software solutions.
• Prepare clear technical documentation covering automation functionality, software requirements, system interfaces, and operating procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reliability, data processing, and overall laboratory performance.

Skills

C#

SQL Server

ASP.NET MVC

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Vector CANalyzer

Kvaser CAN

Microsoft SQL Server

Job description

Apex Systems is hiring an onsite Software Integration Engineer – Lab Automation for our client in Hagerstown, MD. The role focuses on developing and integrating software for automated test environments and data acquisition systems.

The ideal candidate has strong C#, SQL Server, and ASP.NET MVC experience, and can build interfaces and databases to support laboratory operations. First-shift schedule applies, with a 12-month contract and potential extensions.