Test and Evaluation Engineer- Mechanical/LabView

Emerson • Marshalltown, IA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

At Fisher Valves, our products operate at the heart of critical industries around the world. As a Mechanical Test & Evaluation Engineer – LabVIEW, you will play a key role in validating and advancing next-generation valve and actuator technologies used globally. This is a hands-on, high-visibility opportunity to design sophisticated test systems, influence product development decisions, and directly impact how our innovations reach customers worldwide. You’ll work in a world-class laboratory environment, partnering closely with global engineering, manufacturing, and commercial teams. In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be: Design, develop, and maintain automated test applications in LabVIEW for performance, endurance, and environmental testing of process control equipment Build and integrate custom test systems using National Instruments (NI) hardware and electromechanical components Develop and execute comprehensive test plans in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external customers Analyze experimental results and prepare clear, data-driven engineering reports and recommendations Provide technical input during design reviews to help shape new product concepts Establish and maintain standards for software quality, documentation, modular design, and code reuse Mentor and support other engineers while promoting best practices and continuous learning Drive efficiency, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory Collaborate across Simulation, Design, Manufacturing, Marketing, Sales, and Procurement teams Who You Are: You are a technically curious engineer who enjoys solving complex, real-world problems. You take ownership of your work, communicate clearly with diverse teams, and thrive in environments where learning, experimentation, and collaboration are encouraged. You’re motivated by seeing your work influence products used globally—and you’re ready to grow your expertise while making a tangible impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Agricultural, Electrical, Aerospace, Computer) or equivalent practical experience
• 2–3 years of hands-on development experience using LabVIEW, Python, MATLAB, C, C++ or C#
• Demonstrated strengths in problem solving, debugging, and analytical thinking
• Legal authorization to work in the United States (sponsorship not available)

Nice To Haves

• Certified LabVIEW Developer (CLD) or Certified LabVIEW Architect (CLA)
• Experience with NI hardware platforms such as CompactDAQ, PXI, or CompactRIO
• Experience developing automated test sequences using NI TestStand
• Experience with database integration or data management systems
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude and experience with physical test setups
• Understanding of control theory, measurement theory, and material fabrication techniques
• Experience testing control valves, actuators, positioners, or industrial sensing equipment
• Familiarity with environmental, endurance, or lifecycle testing of mechanical systems
• Ability to manage multiple projects and communicate technical information effectively

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test applications in LabVIEW for performance, endurance, and environmental testing of process control equipment
• Build and integrate custom test systems using National Instruments (NI) hardware and electromechanical components
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external customers
• Analyze experimental results and prepare clear, data-driven engineering reports and recommendations
• Provide technical input during design reviews to help shape new product concepts
• Establish and maintain standards for software quality, documentation, modular design, and code reuse
• Mentor and support other engineers while promoting best practices and continuous learning
• Drive efficiency, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory
• Collaborate across Simulation, Design, Manufacturing, Marketing, Sales, and Procurement teams

Benefits

• We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs.
• We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level