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Systems Engineer – LabVIEW

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Systems Engineer – LabVIEW

📍 Location: Derbyshire
💼 Salary: £35,000 – £42,500 DOE + Excellent Benefits & Career Progression
đź“… Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time

About the Role

We’re seeking a skilled and motivated Systems Engineer to join a leading UK engineering company specialising in bespoke test, measurement, and control systems for high-profile industries including aerospace, automotive, energy, defence, rail, medical, and transport.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a LabVIEW-experienced Systems Engineer to design and deliver custom software solutions based on complex client requirements—while working in a cutting-edge, forward-thinking engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and develop bespoke software systems for test, measurement, and control applications

  • Translate customer requirements into practical, cost-effective software and hardware solutions

  • Work across the entire system lifecycle from specification to delivery

  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet technical, time, and budget constraints

    Skills & Experience

  • HND/HNC or Degree in Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or similar

  • Minimum 3 years' experience in software development using National Instruments LabVIEW (CLD or higher preferred)

  • Strong background in system design, automated test, or measurement/control systems

    What’s On Offer

  • Competitive Salary: ÂŁ35,000 – ÂŁ42,500 (DOE)

  • Excellent benefits package including pension, training & career development

  • A supportive company culture that encourages innovation and personal growth

  • Opportunities to work on exciting, diverse engineering projects with industry leaders

    Why Apply?

    This role is ideal if you’re looking to take your LabVIEW and systems engineering skills to the next level with a company that truly values your potential. Join a passionate team where your ideas and contributions make a real difference

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