Manufacturing Automation Test Engineer

ABOUT LVT

LVT

is redefining how businesses operate in the physical world, moving beyond traditional security solutions to deliver AI-driven, actionable intelligence that makes sites smarter, safer, and more secure. Since pioneering our first mobile, solar-powered units , our commitment to scrappy, hands-on innovation has made us an established leader and one of the fastest-growing companies in intelligent site technology. We are building the next generation of solutions—from our physical units in the field to a powerful Agentic AI platform—that allows our customers to gain unprecedented visibility and control over safety, compliance, and operations. This is your chance to join a cutting-edge team that isn't just watching the world change, but actively building the technology that is changing it. We’re a team that’s focused on growth and innovation, and we’re proud that our crew, products, and leadership are being recognized for it.

A Top-Tier Growth Company

Named one of the Financial Times’ Fastest Growing Companies 2025 and #10 on the Inc. 5000 Rocky Mountain Regional list for 2025.

Innovative Leadership

Our CEO, Ryan Porter, was named an EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2025 , and our CTO, Steve Lindsey, was inducted into the Silicon Slopes CTO Hall of Fame in 2024.

Product & Software Excellence

We were named one of The Software Report’s Top 100 Software Companies of 2023 and are a winner of the Security Today Govies Award for 2025.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

We are seeking a Manufacturing Automation Engineer to lead the development of custom electromechanical test equipment for our manufacturing plant. In this role, you will own the end-to-end creation of testers—architecting the test software, designing the data pipelines, and integrating these systems with our mechanical and electrical hardware designs. You will also serve as a crucial liaison between our internal software engineering team and the manufacturing test team, ensuring our factory software seamlessly communicates with broader company systems and databases.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Software Architecture & Development

Architect, write, and maintain robust test automation software and scripts to control test sequences for complex hardware assemblies.

Database & Data Pipeline Management

Architect and manage data logging systems using SQL databases, ensuring test yields, failures, and manufacturing metrics are reliably captured, stored, and accessible.

The "Bridge"

Act as the primary technical liaison between the manufacturing engineering team and the core internal software development team. Define APIs, align software architectures, and ensure factory data flows seamlessly into company-wide systems.

IPC & Hardware Integration

Program IPCs (Industrial PCs) to interface with physical test fixtures and devices under test. Integrate software with sensors, actuators, and communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, TCP/IP, CAN bus, industrial Ethernet).

End-to-End Tester Design

Collaborate on the electromechanical design of the testers, including specifying components, reviewing electrical wiring schematics, and understanding the mechanical fixturing.

Testing & Validation

Develop highly reliable automated test procedures for complex embedded systems and electromechanical devices.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE

Our ideal candidate is an interdisciplinary expert who thrives at the intersection of software and physical hardware. You should possess

Educational Background

A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or a related field.

Professional Experience

5+ years of experience in test automation, manufacturing engineering, or systems integration.

Technical Mastery

Strong proficiency in object-oriented programming, scripting, and version control (Git), alongside extensive experience with relational SQL databases.

Automation Expertise

Hands-on experience with IPC programming, PC-based control systems, and industrial automation environments (such as IEC 61131-3 standards).

Collaborative Mindset

Proven ability to integrate high-level software with physical hardware and excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate with software teams on system requirements.

Bonus Skills

A solid understanding of electromechanical design (CAD software like Creo) and specific experience testing IoT products or complex embedded systems.

BENEFITS

We believe you do your best work when your whole life is supported. We invest in our crew’s health, families, and financial futures with a benefits package designed to support you inside and outside the office.

LVT IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. All candidates must pass a drug screening and background check upon employment. Some roles may also require passing a federal background check and fingerprinting. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, and/or to perform essential job functions, please reach out to your recruiter.