LabVIEW Systems Engineer

BWXT • Oak Ridge, TN

11d • Onsite

About The Position

This position directly supports the Defense Fuels mission space by enabling reliable, high-speed data acquisition and integrated controls across critical fuel infrastructure, ensuring secure and compliant operations where high-speed LabVIEW systems interface with low-speed PLC-controlled platforms to maintain mission readiness. The engineer leads development of high-speed LabVIEW data acquisition and control systems, ensures synchronized communication, data integrity, and reliability across multi-platform control architectures, and provides engineering support for a diverse range of test operations, from small benchtop setups to large-scale industrial qualification stands. An active DOE Q clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain one, is required.

Requirements

• B.S. or M.S. in Engineering or Physics or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience with LabVIEW development and test system integration.
• Experience coordinating LabVIEW applications with PLC-controlled systems.
• Experience supporting both small-scale and large-scale automated test stands.
• Experience designing and validating automated test stands or instrumentation systems.
• Excellent technical communication and documentation skills.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• NI CLD or CLA certification.
• Experience with LabVIEW RT/FPGA and deterministic data streaming.
• Familiarity with PlantPAx, FactoryTalk, OPC UA, Modbus, and industrial networks.
• Knowledge of ISA standards, SIS concepts, PHA, NFPA, and NEC codes.
• Experience applying AI/ML in test or industrial automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, and maintain LabVIEW applications for high-speed data acquisition and real-time control.
• Design communication bridges between high-speed LabVIEW systems and low-speed PLC platforms.
• Collaborate with PLC engineers to align LabVIEW logic with interlocks, alarming, and I/O management.
• Prepare wiring diagrams, loop sheets, channel maps, and system documentation.
• Coordinate with vendors and generate technical reports.
• Implement software configuration management for LabVIEW, FPGA, and test automation code.
• Lead automation initiatives using Python, MATLAB, and AI-supported engineering processes.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide engineering design, troubleshooting, and commissioning support across multiple test stands of varying scale and complexity.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
• An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
• The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree