Test Systems & Instrumentation Engineer

Test Systems & Instrumentation Engineer

The Technology Lab Instrumentation Engineer provides instrumentation and data acquisition support for the Home Laundry, Dishwasher, and Burn Room Laboratories. This role partners with engineers and technicians to develop, implement, maintain, and improve instrumentation solutions that enable product development, validation, and compliance testing. Responsibilities include supporting data acquisition systems, sensors, power analyzers, flow measurement devices, environmental controls, and related test equipment while ensuring accurate, reliable, and repeatable test results.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, technically curious, self-motivated, and capable of working effectively across cross-functional engineering and laboratory teams.

Location:

USA, Louisville, KY

Description

• Design and maintain data acquisition systems to ensure accurate, repeatable, and reliable collection of test data. (25%)
• Diagnose and resolve instrumentation, sensor, communication, and data acquisition issues to minimize laboratory downtime. (15%)
• Update current instrumentation for AP1, AP3 and Burn Room as required for updates to the test standard or drivers. (15%)
• Install, configure, and maintain instrumentation software platforms including Yokogawa GP-Pro, DewesoftX, and other data acquisition applications. (10%)
• Support programming of Environmental Test Chambers or PLCs (5%)
• Work with Digital Technology team to setup IP addresses and Ports for lab computers and to enable monitored remote viewing by OEM on lab computers (10%)
• Develop and maintain software tools, scripts, and automation solutions using Python, VBA, C++, or similar languages to support data collection, analysis, and reporting. (5%)
• Setup new computers with lab instrumentation software and work with DT to ensure automatic updates/reboots are disabled (5%)

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related engineering discipline.
• 0-2 years of experience with instrumentation, controls, data acquisition systems, or laboratory testing environments (including internships or co-op experience)
• Experience programming in Python, Lab View, VEE or C++ for data acquisition and control of instruments
• Ability to work in large cross-functional teams and at multiple levels in the organization (both salaried and skilled trades team members)
• Experience with root cause analysis and electrical troubleshooting as well as sensor selection and calibration.
• Good organizational, project management and presentation skills to interact with all levels within the organization and with suppliers and vendors

Preferred Qualifications:

• MS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science
• Prior experience industrial process instrumentation and controls including pressure regulators, flow meters, dampers & flow control valves, safety shut off valves, sealed systems, and humidity generators.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and blueprints, including electrical online diagrams
• Practical knowledge of networking

Working Conditions:

• Working conditions are normal for an office environment and lab
• Must be able to lift and carry data loggers and computers

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.

This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that:
Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices. By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization.

We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.

GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.

GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other…