JOBS IN LABVIEW

[JRA]

Check out the LabVIEW Job Openings Forum. You'll get an idea of what kinds of LabVIEW jobs are out there. You can also get some idea of what they get paid.

[LV_Pro]

As my "Handle" states I make my living with LabVIEW. Yes, in process control, if what you mean is running large lines as in the pharm or chemical world, etc., LabVIEW isn't the dominent language/package. That is usually represented by something more along the lines of LookOut, Wonderware, Intellution iFix,etc., which are classed as "SCADA" packages. That having been said, the use of LabVIEW is quite extensive in industry as a whole and is growing. I have predominently been using LabVIEW since 1992, although I have also used those SCADA packages where either it was the more appropriate tool or, as in some cases, the customer required it. As to what to expect salary wise, it varies widely (and wildly). With the introduction of the Certification program there will probably be also that variable involved when looking for a job and asking for the money. The geographical location will also determine the going price for LabVIEW knowledge. And remember, for most LabVIEW jobs the knowledge of LabVIEW is, and should be, one of the desirable skills, not the most important. Most LabVIEW project are obviously involving connecting to, reading from and interpreting the results of some fairly technical "thing". Just knowing LabVIEW won't help determine the best way to do these tasks, nor tell you when the results are out of whack, or what to do when they are (particularly when they aren't way off, just a little). If you do a search for LabVIEW jobs on Monster, or one of the other job sites, LabVIEW _usually_ isn't the primary skill being sought.

Good luck on your search, there are a whole lot of REALLY interesting projects out there, with more and more wanting/needing LabVIEW.


Putnam Monroe
Certified LabVIEW Developer
Senior Engineer - North Shore Technology, Inc. a National Instruments Alliance member

[2hd]

Thanks LV_Pro

I recent got the idea to find a job with my Labview skill, though I am not a Engineering Major student.

It seems hard to realize it.

[dan bookwalter]

yes if you are in Ohio i may have an interest in speaking with you

Dan

[gmiles@inventeering.com]

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[Ray.R]

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@ANAND wrote:
Hi

I have been doing a lot of programming in LABVIEW over the past one year
and completed a lot of projects as part of my university research and classes.


I am still not clear if there are a lot of jobs in LABVIEW. Do they pay well?

Is it worth making a career out of it?

Thanks,

AJAY

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GUYS!!!  There is an appropriate section to look for jobs..    This thread is not for that...  See the link in the previous post.

OK ... back to topic!!

Anand,

Whether "Labview programming" or any type of programming or for any job, it really depends on you.  Is it worth making a career out of it?  It depends on you.  Because no matter how much money someone will pay you, if you like or don't like what you do will affect your performance, hence how long you'll keep the job and how well you'll do.  To answer "is it worth making a career", you should seriously consider doing what you like doing.  It may be a bit more challenging to get there, but well worth the investment.

Do "Labview jobs pay well":  That depends on how proficient you are, where you are located, your years of experience, if "you're the only guy in town", and of course the economy.   PLUS, how do you define being well paid?    I think I should be paid $500,000 / year, but that's not my reality 😉  Remember, do something you like, and accept a fair pay for your work.  In other words, don't accept a salary that you are not comfortable with. (while being reasonable... by comparing the market).

Now as far as the National Instruments tools:   Well if you have Labview experience, it is very valuable experience.  If you combine that with Labwindows-CVI and even TestStand, then you have an excellent package that should get you very good positions... In ANY field needing software solutions.  well except some embedded stuff, but I hear there is an upcoming LV-embedded..

In any case.  I don't want to advertise NI product, but I just have to say "WOW!!!"  They have top notch software tools as well as very reliable hardware products.  This is a definite plus in ANY industry... Bio-med, telecom, hi-tech, military, automotive, Industrial controls, etc, etc, etc...

Anand, you have to ask yourself: "do I like programming with LabView".  The answer to that question should impact if you want to make a career out of it.  

Are there jobs for people who have LabView experience?  Well, it is certainly an edge over those that do not have it.  Also, when looking for a job, you can apply or meet with the people looking for Test Engineers and propose a solution that will meet or beat their timeline expectations... and that is without a doubt LABVIEW.

I now program in LW-CVI.  I've been away from LV in over 1 year.  But if you look at my participation, it is in this forum.  Whenever I need to create a quick solution, I wish I had LV at work.    SO educate your potential employers on how you can save them money and provide a sw solution which is easy to maintain and support.  and add features in the future...  Because (unfortunately) many still don't know LV.

Sorry for being long-winded..

did anyone read this far???

JLV

😄

[chilly_charly]

JLV,

Nice reply to a 05/13/2000 question !

[Ray.R]

CC,

You're right!!!  

OOps... I never checked the date..  It popped up at the top of the new messages last nite.  I never thought of checking the date on the first page....

I guess he'll never know the answer. 

Message Edited by JoeLabView on 09-07-2005 08:05 AM

[Ray.R]

It just occurred to me...

Whatever happened to Anand?  Did he become a Labview programmer???

His last login was Jan 2001... I guess we know the answer. 😉

[AnalogKid2DigitalMan]

Joe:

Have you thought about changing your handle to JoeLabWindows? Doesn't have the same ring to it as JLV.