Join Akwel and be part of our adventure in a family-run, independent group with a long-term vision. A first-class automotive equipment and systems manufacturer specialising in fluid management, mechanisms, and structural parts, Akwel offers state-of-the-art industrial and technological expertise in applying and processing materials (plastics, rubber, metal) and mechatronic integration.

Our culture of industrial performance, efficiency, results and customer satisfaction is what drives the progress of our group. To respond to our clients’ needs, our employees are free to be pragmatic in order to come up with the perfect solution for every problem in the spirit of creativity and agility.

Want to push yourself? Interested in stepping up to the challenge of working in an industrial and technological environment at the cutting edge, making your day-to-day work extremely worthwhile and enriching?

We value diversity by encouraging applications from people of all genders, backgrounds and experiences. Join Akwel and our 10,000 employees in more than 20 different countries! And together GROWING +!

We’re currently seeking a

TEST DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER

Main responsibilities and duties

- Software Development: Design, program and optimize test and data‑acquisition applications using LabVIEW.
- Hardware & Connectivity: Integrate and instrument NI data‑acquisition boards and manage vehicle communication through CAN, LIN and UDS diagnostic sessions.
- Test Bench Design: Design,



assemble and commission durability test benches (lifetime benches) and EMC test systems for automotive electronic components.
- Laboratory Instrumentation: Configure and operate precision laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, programmable power supplies and sensors.
- Data Management: Develop and maintain stored procedures for proper management of test databases.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all developments and tests comply with current automotive standards and regulations.

Requirements :

Qualifications et Experience

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Industrial Engineering (Electronics/Automation) or related fields.
- 3–5 years of experience in automotive Tier‑1 environments.
- Minimum 5 years of proven experience in LabVIEW programming (Core 1 and Core 2 required; Core 3 highly valued).
- Solid experience working with CAN and LIN communication buses and UDS diagnostic sessions.
- Strong knowledge of electronic instrumentation and National Instruments data‑acquisition systems.

Professional abilities

- Highly organized, methodical and capable of maintaining structured documentation and laboratory order.
- Autonomous, proactive and technically curious, with strong problem‑solving skills.

Localization: Vigo, Spain

Contract type: Permanent, full time

Department: Laboratory

Salary: 40-45K

If you are interested in this role and believe that you meet the requirements, please forward your CV and cover letter at: [email protected]

📌 Test Development Engineer (Vigo)
🏢 Akwel
📍 Vigo