Software Engineer / LabVIEW Architect Opening @ National Energetics

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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