Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Systems Engineer (LabVIEW) opportunity in Oak Ridge, TN.

Position Overview:

• This position directly supports the Defense Fuels mission space by enabling reliable, high-speed data acquisition and controls integration across critical fuel infrastructure.
• The engineer ensures secure, compliant operations where high-speed LabVIEW systems interface with low-speed PLC-controlled platforms to maintain mission-critical readiness.
• This role provides engineering support across multiple test operations, spanning small benchtop test setups through large-scale industrial test stands.
• Responsibilities including leading high-speed LabVIEW data acquisition and control system development integrating low-speed PLC-based subsystems; ensuring synchronized communication, data integrity, and reliability across multi-platform control architectures; and supporting a diverse portfolio of test stands ranging from small-scale component validation rigs to fully integrated large-scale system qualification stands.
• This position requires an active DOE Q clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architect, develop, and maintain LabVIEW applications for high-speed data acquisition and real-time control.
• Design communication bridges between high-speed LabVIEW systems and low-speed PLC platforms.
• Collaborate with PLC engineers to align LabVIEW logic with interlocks, alarming, and I/O management.
• Prepare wiring diagrams, loop sheets, channel maps, and system documentation.
• Coordinate with vendors and generate technical reports.
• Implement software configuration management for LabVIEW, FPGA, and test automation code.
• Lead automation initiatives using Python, MATLAB, and AI-supported engineering processes.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide engineering design, troubleshooting, and commissioning support across multiple test stands of varying scale and complexity.

Basic Qualifications:

• B.S. or M.S. in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience with LabVIEW development and test system integration.
• Experience coordinating LabVIEW applications with PLC-controlled systems.
• Experience supporting both small-scale and large-scale automated test stands.
• Experience designing and validating automated test stands or instrumentation systems.
• Excellent technical communication and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualification:

• NI CLD or CLA certification.
• Experience with LabVIEW RT/FPGA and deterministic data streaming.
• Familiarity with PlantPAx, FactoryTalk, OPC UA, Modbus, and industrial networks.
• Knowledge of ISA standards, SIS concepts, PHA, NFPA, and NEC codes.
• Experience applying AI/ML in test or industrial automation systems.

Other Job Requirements:

• United States Citizenship
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q Security Clearance

If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the application steps via our website: www.edgewatertech.net/careers

Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you!

WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES

Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support their growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DOD), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater’s experience and guidance ensure that its customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.

Originally founded to support the Los Alamos National Laboratory, Edgewater now supports customers across the U.S. and Canada. Edgewater has five offices, with corporate headquarters in Los Alamos, NM and regional offices in Carlsbad, NM; Oak Ridge, TN; Aiken, SC; and Richland, WA.

Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.

View all Edgewater opportunities at www.edgewatertech.net/careers