Systems Design Architect

• Interacting with a wide variety of NI customers, NI staff, external alliance partners and suppliers in support of designing, implementing and sustaining custom solutions
• Generating requirements documents, statements of work and Bills of Materials
• Defining and implementing project plans, managing milestones and holding reviews to ensure systems meet requirements and readiness for deployment
• Specifying, designing, prototyping, testing, and deploying turnkey automated solutions
• Directing support personnel, managing project technical deliverables, guiding technical decisions and driving field found issues to resolution
• Traveling as needed (possibly up to 25%) domestically and abroad in support of project objectives

• B. S. Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics or Electronics Engineering Technology
• Minimum of 8 years relevant industry experience in a Hardware Systems Design Role or a Test Engineering Design Role
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering, electronics & computer architecture
• Understanding of high-level programming languages (LabVIEW, Test Stand, C/C++/C#)
• Demonstrated understanding of the following concepts and principles:
• Sources of measurement error
• Appropriate selection of test and measurement instrumentation and equipment
• Understanding of schematics and wiring diagrams
• Integration of hardware and software
• Bill of Materials creation and review
• Familiarity with CAD and PCB design tools
• Statistical analysis of data (Cp, Cpk, GR&R)
• Cable Harness Design
• Hands on use of schematic capture tools and PCB design tools
• Knowledge in Component Supplier Selection
• Knowledge in Compliance Certifications (CE, UL, TUV, Etc.)
• Hands on use of NI Hardware Platforms and Instruments
• Hands on use of NI LabVIEW and Test Stand
• US Person (U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 22 CFR §120) may be considered, ability to work on ITAR projects and qualify for DoD Clearances

Demonstrates expertise in Hardware Systems Design and Test Engineering, with a strong foundation in Electrical Engineering principles and high-level programming languages. Proficient in project management, requirements documentation, and the integration of hardware and software solutions.