Systems Design Architect

Emerson

Principal Systems Design Engineer working on custom engineering solutions for NI products. Collaborating with customers and internal teams to deliver tailored large scale projects.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Hardware Systems Design and Test Engineering, with a strong foundation in Electrical Engineering principles and high-level programming languages. Proficient in project management, requirements documentation, and the integration of hardware and software solutions.

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Hardware Systems DesignTest EngineeringLabVIEW ProgrammingProject ManagementCompliance Certifications

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Hard Skills

Electrical EngineeringElectronicsComputer ArchitectureHigh-Level Programming LanguagesStatistical AnalysisCable Harness DesignBill of Materials CreationSchematic CapturePCB DesignMeasurement Error Analysis

Tools & Technologies

NI Hardware PlatformsNI LabVIEWTestStandCAD ToolsPCB Design Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CEULTUV

Industry Keywords

ITAR ProjectsDoD ClearancesMeasurement InstrumentationIntegration of Hardware and SoftwareTechnical Deliverables

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Interacting with a wide variety of NI customers, NI staff, external alliance partners and suppliers in support of designing, implementing and sustaining custom solutions
Generating requirements documents, statements of work and Bills of Materials
Defining and implementing project plans, managing milestones and holding reviews to ensure systems meet requirements and readiness for deployment
Specifying, designing, prototyping, testing, and deploying turnkey automated solutions
Directing support personnel, managing project technical deliverables, guiding technical decisions and driving field found issues to resolution
Traveling as needed (possibly up to 25%) domestically and abroad in support of project objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

B. S. Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics or Electronics Engineering Technology
Minimum of 8 years relevant industry experience in a Hardware Systems Design Role or a Test Engineering Design Role
Strong understanding of electrical engineering, electronics & computer architecture
Understanding of high-level programming languages (LabVIEW, TestStand, C/C++/C#)
Demonstrated understanding of the following concepts and principles:
Sources of measurement error
Appropriate selection of test and measurement instrumentation and equipment
Understanding of schematics and wiring diagrams
Integration of hardware and software
Bill of Materials creation and review
Familiarity with CAD and PCB design tools
Statistical analysis of data (Cp, Cpk, GR&R)
Cable Harness Design
Hands on use of schematic capture tools and PCB design tools
Knowledge in Component Supplier Selection
Knowledge in Compliance Certifications (CE, UL, TUV, Etc.)
Hands on use of NI Hardware Platforms and Instruments
Hands on use of NI LabVIEW and Test Stand
US Person (U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 22 CFR §120) may be considered, ability to work on ITAR projects and qualify for DoD Clearances

Benefits

Comp & perks

We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage
Employee Assistance Program
Profit sharing retirement
Tuition reimbursement
Employee resource groups
Recognition
Flexible time off plans
Paid parental leave (maternal and paternal)
Vacation and holiday leave