Hexium · 18 hours ago
Test Engineer (Hardware)
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expHexium is an early-stage, science-backed industrial technology company building hardware at the cutting edge of laser science, plasma physics, and atomic physics. The Test Engineer will drive experimental characterization and automation of isotope separation systems, playing a critical role in the R&D process and technology development.
EnergyEnergy StorageRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Design and assemble test fixtures for signal conditioning, precision motors, and lifetime testing
Architect a holistic interface in LabVIEW (Real-Time/FPGA) to unify disparate standalone systems, drivers, and custom hardware
Integrate stand-alone systems or drivers into a holistic LabVIEW or FPGA interface
Collaborate with the research team to bring manual procedures and adjustments into automated scripts or routines
Add and qualify new hardware and instrumentation to the controls system as the design develops
Translate raw voltage, current, or waveforms into meaningful insights that inform continuous development
Act as the primary resource for debugging instrumentation faults, EMI/noise issues, and complex wiring failures
Establish scalable extraction and storage protocols for high-frequency time-series data sets
Develop Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) simulations to validate automation logic in a virtual environment before deployment on high-value hardware
Qualification
Required
3+ years of experience in test or development setting with advanced instrumentation and data acquisition methods
Experience in LabVIEW especially with the Real-Time and FPGA Modules
B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field from an accredited university
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to document designs and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams
Ability to work on-site in Austin, TX
This role will be exposed to export-controlled information and requires compliance with applicable export control laws and regulations
Preferred
Certified LabVIEW Developer or Architect
Experience in a highly technical industry such as aerospace, nuclear, semiconductor, or national laboratories
Experience working with lasers and the specific safety/alignment protocols involved
Benefits
Stock Options
Paid Time Off
401(k) Matching
Performance bonus
Flexible work hours
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
HSA & FSAs
Company
Hexium
Hexium enriches isotopes for next-gen reactors using LLNL AVLIS including Lithium and Uranium
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$25.05M2025-07-21Undisclosed· $13M
2025-04-15Seed· $1.55M
2025-04-15Debt Financing· $2.5M
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