R&D Test Engineer

As an NI Test Engineer, you will have the opportunity to take ownership and be involved in all aspects of product testing. You will work in a collaborative and stimulating environment where small teams drive engineering innovation and contribute to our high-quality products.

Test Engineers have the opportunity to develop and implement automated test platforms, integrating both hardware and software, in support of a high-mix, low-volume, high-technology, and high-quality operation.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Work and interact with a wide variety of NI staff across R&D software and hardware organizations, as well as employees from other business groups, including teams in Austin, Texas, and Debrecen, Hungary.
• Perform research as required to develop or enhance test solutions.
• Specify, design, test, and deploy automated test solutions for the manufacture of computer-based instruments.
• Define and implement project plans, manage milestones, and conduct required reviews to ensure test system readiness for product release.
• Integrate hardware and software to fully support manufacturing test for existing and new products using both traditional and computer-based instruments.
• Utilize programming skills to develop test applications running on desktop and industrial PCs.
• Review and approve product specifications and customer user documentation for the product.
• Mentor junior engineers and share technical knowledge within the company.

Who You Are:

You readily take action on challenges without unnecessary planning. You consistently achieve results, even under tough circumstances. You actively learn through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning opportunities. You build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, mechatronics engineering, or a related technical field.
• Strong understanding of computers and high-level programming languages.
• Thorough understanding of the following concepts and principles: 
  • Sources of measurement error.
  • Appropriate selection of instrumentation.
  • Statistical analysis of data.
  • Software design and architecture.
  • Integration of hardware and software.
• Passion for learning about and working with test industry technologies.
• Strong motivation and commitment to delivering high-quality results.
• Demonstrated ability to: 
  • Work effectively in a collaborative development environment.
  • Diagnose technical issues and propose practical solutions.
  • Take initiative and work independently.
  • Drive tasks and projects to successful completion.
  • Take ownership of goals and project schedules.
  • Listen attentively and understand fast-paced technical conversations.
  • Quickly learn applicable technologies, systems, and products.
• Effective English communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, particularly during technical discussions.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Experience with LabVIEW and/or TestStand.
• Experience with measurement instruments.
• Experience in developing automated test solutions.
• Experience in integrating hardware and software in a manufacturing or test environment.

Our Culture and Commitment To You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.