Job Title: LabVIEW & MATLAB Test Engineer
Location: Santa Clara, California
Department: Test Engineering / R&D
Company: Shockwave Medical
Position Summary:
We are seeking a Test Engineer with hands-on experience in LabVIEW and MATLAB to support the development and execution of automated test systems for medical devices. This role will focus on lab-based test setups and systems integration for validation and verification of catheter-based and other electro-mechanical systems. You will work in a collaborative R&D environment, supporting product development and system testing.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot LabVIEW-based automated test systems
- Implement data acquisition and control systems for product validation
- Use MATLAB for data analysis, signal processing, and reporting
- Interface with test instruments (oscilloscopes, DAQs, pressure transducers, etc.)
- Execute test protocols and document test results per medical device standards
- Collaborate with R&D engineers to define test setups and requirements
- Maintain accurate lab documentation, wiring schematics, and equipment logs
Preferred Backgrounds:
- Prior roles as: Test Engineer, Lab Technician, LabVIEW Developer, Test Systems Engineer, or R&D Technician
- Successful candidates have come from medical device or industrial automation backgrounds
- Prior internship or early-career experience in test engineering roles highly valued
Qualifications:
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Biomedical Engineering, or related field
- 2+ years experience with LabVIEW in a hands-on lab setting (CLAD/CLD certifications a plus)
- Proficient in MATLAB for data analysis and visualization
- Familiar with common lab test equipment (oscilloscopes, signal generators, DAQ systems)
- Experience in developing automated test procedures
- Understanding of basic electronics, circuits, and instrumentation
- Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with engineering teams
- Comfortable with light scripting or test control logic (no heavy programming required)
Nice to Have (But Not Required):
- Exposure to Python, C , or similar languages for test automation
- Familiarity with medical device regulations (ISO 13485, FDA QSR)
- Experience using National Instruments TestStand
- Hands-on experience with mechanical test fixtures and sensors
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