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.

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: Entry Level