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Systems Design Engineer

Emerson

Emerson

Design
Austin, TX, USA
Posted on Mar 26, 2026

The NI ADG (Aerospace, Defense, Government Business Unit) Customer Centric Solutions Team is seeking to hire an experienced Systems Design Engineer to work on custom engineering opportunities that enable the sale of standard NI Products. The primary responsibilities of this position are to work with NI customers, sales personnel, engineering teams, alliance partners, and contract manufacturers to define, document, design, deploy and sustain NI products tailored to meet specific customer requirements for large scale turnkey engineering solutions. The ideal candidate has experience and knowledge regarding NI products and system level design.

This is a multi-functional role dealing with diverse engineering needs, including the ability to gather requirements, generate specification documents, and interface with alliance partners, contract manufacturers and internal personnel to design, deploy and sustain custom solutions worldwide. This is a high visibility role within NI requiring daily interaction with NI customers, NI Alliance Partners, NI Sales Teams, NI Engineering Teams, and Executive Management.

IN THIS ROLE, YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE:

  • Interacting with a wide variety of NI customers, NI staff, external alliance partners and suppliers in support of designing, implementing and sustaining of custom solutions
  • Generating requirements documents, statements of work and Bills of Materials
  • Defining and implementing project plans, managing milestones and holding reviews to assure 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

WHO YOU ARE: You serve as a strategic partner to build, grow, and maintain profitable and long-lasting relationships with key accounts. You promote a sense of urgency and establish and enforce individual accountability in the team. You use knowledge of the organizational culture to achieve objectives. You model collaboration across the organization.

FOR THIS ROLE, YOU WILL NEED:

  • B. S. Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics or Electronics Engineering Technology or any STEM related degree
  • 7+ years relevant industry experience in a Hardware Systems Design Role or a Test Engineering Design Role
  • Strong understanding of electrical engineering, electronics & computer architectures
  • 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 instrumentation and equipment
    • Understanding of schematics and wiring diagrams
    • Integration of hardware and software
    • Bill of Materials creation and review
    • Statistical analysis of data (Cp, Cpk, GR&R)
    • Hands on use of schematic capture tools and PCB design tools
    • Knowledge in Component Supplier Selection
    • Knowledge in Compliance Certifications (CE, UL, TUV, Etc.)
  • US Person (US Citizen or Green Card ) ONLY, ability to work on ITAR projects and qualify for DoD Clearances
  • Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future
    • Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. MUST be US Citizen or possess a Green Card

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS THAT SET YOU APART:

  • Hands on use of NI Hardware Platforms and Instruments
  • Hands-on on use of NI LabVIEW and Test Stand
  • Demonstrated ability to:
    • Work effectively in a diverse, multi-cultural group development environment
    • Problem-solve effectively - diagnose technical issues and propose reasonable solutions
    • Lead teams in test and measurement system design
    • Take initiative, be a self-starter, and work independently
    • Persistently drive tasks and lead projects to successful completion
    • Quickly learn applicable technology, systems, and products
  • Strong work ethic and drive to succeedHands-on

Our Culture & Commitment to You

We recognize that for our organization to support a diverse workforce, we must focus on employee wellbeing. We know that to do your best work, you must have flexible, competitive benefit plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a market-leading 401(k) and profit-sharing plan, a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, family formation benefits in addition to paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), Employee Assistance Program, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, inclusive of vacation, holiday, and sick leave. Our goal is to offer a strong benefits foundation while allowing employees the flexibility to choose options that best suit their needs.

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

This philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values and about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emerson.

Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.

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WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: idisability.administrator@emerson.com.

ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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The NI ADG (Aerospace, Defense, Government Business Unit) Customer Centric Solutions Team is seeking to hire an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to work on custom engineering opportunities that enable the sale of standard NI Products. The primary responsibilities of this position are to work with NI customers, sales personnel, engineering teams, alliance partners, and contract manufacturers to define, document, design, deploy and sustain NI products tailored to meet specific customer requirements for large scale turnkey engineering solutions. The ideal candidate has experience and knowledge regarding NI products and system level design.