National Instruments Jobs in Austin, IN (NOW HIRING)

We are looking for a talented Software Engineering Associate to join our team specializing in Engineering for our Cummins Inc. facility in Columbus, IN.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways: 

• Leads the design, development, and support of software products; writes and reviews documents and code; plans tests of software products using user- knowledge of at least one high- language currently used on projects.  
• Provides consultation, training and application support for assigned products; resolves complex helpdesk tickets and provides customer support.  
• Uses Windows or UNIX operating systems interface.  
• Leads software test procedures using open and closed loop simulators, desktop simulators, machine virtualization and other test platforms as required; reviews test reports.  
• Leads and participates in cross-functional reviews; collects, tabulates and analyzes metrics; analyzes data using Six Sigma tools; schedules tracking systems and other process improvement tools.  
• Develops and maintains test plans; reviews the preparation and documentation of test environment prior to testing; uses software testing tools and develops test software for use in automated test activities; debugs, compiles/builds errors to the source code .  
• Downloads software to the target platform and performs validation procedures; uses configuration management systems to update and maintain product databases; uses problem tracking systems to update and maintain problem database.  
• Leads corrective actions based on problem reports and change requests as needed to ensure high-quality software products.  
• Understands and applies appropriate Company and department rules and guidelines to work and to systems; participates in the maintenance of quality procedures.  
• Develops and conducts training programs; provides counseling, mentoring, and coaching.  
• Serves as company representatives in various capacities to customers, suppliers, and outside agencies.  Interacts effectively with all s of employees throughout the company.  
• Exercises independent decision-making and initiative in determining what needs to be done and planning and implementing the needed activities; performs problem solving, creative technical and analytical work, budget management, and hands-on applications; coordinates programs including planning, scheduling, ordering, and tracking.  
• Demonstrates adaptability and responsiveness to changing work needs and willingness to undertake new tasks as they become evident; initiates, develops, leads, and participates in improvement projects.  
• Knows and complies with all safety policies and procedures.  
• Demonstrates confidentiality as required.  
• Shares work with exempt and other OCU employees as required.  
• Manages own work and maintain a flexible schedule in order to meet the demands of priority work; participates in self- and team-audits and associated corrective action; plans and engages in continuous learning in order to be prepared for changing work demands.  Travels as required by the position.  
• Performs other miscellaneous duties, as required, to get the job done  

Core responsibilities:

Position involves software calibration testing in an electronics laboratory. Technicians are responsible for bench and test setup, test execution, and troubleshooting.   Requires ability to review technical documentation and to follow written procedures.  Requires ability to document technical solutions to problems.
Skills, education or experience requirements:
1. Knowledge of basic wiring, electricity, and electrical safety.
2. Computers (Windows applications including Excel, Word)

Skills, education or experience nice to have:
1. Programming experience (Python, LabVIEW)
2. Electronics (troubleshooting, soldering)
2. National Instruments experience (Hardware:  cDAQ; Software:  TestStand/Veristand)

To be successful in this role you will need the following:  

• Data Acquisition - Prepares samples, verifies equipment calibration and performs tests according to an approved standard procedure or work instruction in a manner which ensures, and results in, data that can be trusted and delivered to the engineer or customer.
• Data Reporting - Prepares documentation in a manner which clearly organizes and presents testing methods, instrument settings, the data and analysis to allow the engineer and customer to understand the results and form accurate conclusions and recommendations.
• Product Problem Solving - Solves product problems using a process that protects the customer; determines the assignable cause; implements robust, data-based solutions; and identifies the systemic root causes and recommended actions to prevent problem reoccurrence. 
• Product Software Design and Construction - Constructs product software using industry best practices and robust software engineering principles; verifies software updates to ensure quality products.
• Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Communicates effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Customer focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Decision quality - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Self-development - Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels.
• Values differences - Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. 

Education, Licenses, Certifications: 
High school diploma, GED or equivalent required with Department of Labor Certification OR 
Associates degree from an accredited program in a related field and at least two years of relevant experience OR Bachelors degree in a related field. 
Experience: 
Department of Labor Certification OR four year experience/education requirement accomplished through either Bachelors degree in related field OR associates degree in related field and at least two years of relevant experience.