Company
National Energetics is an industry leader in ultra-intense short pulse lasers. The company designs and builds lasers for a myriad of customers, including academia, governmental research centers, and industry partners. We are currently in the process of building the highest power laser in the world.
Opportunity :
The Software Engineer will use various LabVIEW tools to write software needed for the integrated control and performance-monitoring of the laser. The tools developed will be applicable to one or more of the systems in development or production.
Duties :
Build LabVIEW libraries to perform image processing, control motors, and interact with various sensors and actuators.
Collaborate with mechanical engineers and laser scientists to make sure control software meets system requirements.
Design, assemble, and test wiring routing systems for safety controllers.
Oversee assembly of control cabinets, including wiring and testing.
Design and develop high quality user interfaces to be used in control room for 10 petawatt laser.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent
2+ years professional experience as a Certified LabVIEW Architect
Experience with LabVIEW Real-Time and FPGA modules
Strong oral and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
5+ years professional experience as a Certified LabVIEW Architect
Experience with National Instruments SoftMotion and Vision Development modules
Experience with PCB design and fabrication
Experience working with stepper motors
Experience using object-oriented programming techniques in software development
Familiarity with source code control programs (Perforce preferred)
Familiarity with Linux operating system
Proficient in troubleshooting and debugging
Benefits :
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401k with employer match
4 weeks paid vacation
10 paid holidays
Location: North Austin, TX
