Applications Engineers demonstrate the highest level of technical aptitude and engineering skills while supporting NI growth applications and company strategy. This is a unique role that requires strong technical leadership, the ability to work with key customers, and personal drive.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• BS degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics).
• 5 years of Test and Measurement industry experience.
• 3 years of programming experience using text-based languages or LabVIEW.
• Availability to travel up to 25% of time throughout the Americas region.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree concentration in electrical or computer engineering.
• 5+ years of work experience in a customer-facing technical role or industry experience.
• 2+ years of experience in RF Fundamentals and Measurements.
• 5+ years of NI LabVIEW and NI TestStand, including developer certifications.
• English Language Competency and effective oral and written communication skills.
• Advanced skill in at least one of the following programming languages: LabVIEW, .NET, Python, C++.
• Software engineering skills.
• 5 years of experience developing and supporting Automated Measurement Systems.
• Experience with the NI PXI platform.
• Ability to manage own workflow and multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
• Able to integrate business, operational, and interpersonal considerations into technical engagement.
  

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WHY NI?

There are many reasons to consider joining a company. Key among them are the people, the ideas, and the technology. At NI, we believe in the power and potential of connecting the three to create a path to success.
The people : We’re looking for curious and creative problem solvers who value diversity and fresh perspectives, are bold and kind, and willing to take chances.
The ideas : What did you want to be when you grew up? Did you want to program robots? Build flying cars? Leave the world better than you found it? At NI, we build on the big ideas of big dreamers to make their visions a reality.
The technology : With our tailored, software-connected approach, we support our customers through all phases of the product development cycle. From 5G and medical innovations to autonomous driving and the future of space travel, we help our customers Engineer Ambitiously every day.
We’ve long been globally recognized as a top employer. Our compensation and benefits are very competitive, as are our modern workspaces, career development and mobility opportunities, and a culture that fosters belonging and emphasizes community giving. We encourage our teammates to challenge the status quo and collaborate with one another to build innovative solutions.
No matter your career path, we’re here for you, for each other, and for the next generation of innovators who think bigger, aim higher, and go faster.
Are you up for the challenge of helping shape humanity for the next 100 years? If so, let’s get started, and let’s Engineer Ambitiously together.
NI is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
We are changing how we work by offering more flexibility. NI has decided to take a hybrid approach (working both on- and off-site) at an aggregate level. We know that different roles have different requirements, so we’re embracing a full range of options.

THE ROLE

Applications Engineers demonstrate the highest level of technical aptitude and engineering skills while supporting NI growth applications and company strategy. This is a unique role that requires strong technical leadership, ability to work with key customers, and personal drive.
Successful Applications Engineers effectively balance their time between technical interactions with customers, technical activities, and providing internal feedback as the voice of the customer. Applications Engineers serve as trusted technical consultants, influencing customer and NI technical direction to ensure mutual long-term success. They stay in tune with industry trends and the NI product roadmap to recommend approaches for customers’ current and future application needs.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

NI Applications Engineers spend most of their time:

• Understanding customer technical requirements.
• Providing technical recommendations and identifying next steps to ensure customer success.
• Building technical relationships at top accounts, demonstrating personal credibility, and increasing customer confidence in NI.
• Using industry and application knowledge to uncover customer challenges and to influence their design, development, and deployment decisions.
• Providing internal feedback to enable future NI success.
• Coordinating with internal cross-functional teams to execute technical initiatives.