Embedded Software Engineer 2

Job Title Embedded Software Engineer- HIL / SIL Validation Engineer – Embedded Systems

Experience: 5–10 Years
Interview: In-Person Interview Required
Candidate Location: Local candidates only

Work Location Mossville, IL

Work Auth All Visas accepted (No H1 and No Fake Profile)

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced **HIL / SIL Validation Engineer** to develop, execute, automate, and maintain verification and validation activities for embedded control systems and ECUs.

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with **dSPACE HIL systems, Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), MATLAB/Simulink, Python automation, C/C++, CAN/J1939, UDS diagnostics, Vector CANoe/CANalyzer, and ECU validation**.

The engineer will work closely with Software Verification & Validation, controls, software, and product engineering teams to support system-level verification, automation, troubleshooting, and delivery of embedded control software.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and maintain **HIL and SIL verification test plans** for embedded control systems and ECUs.
• Design and execute system-level validation tests using **dSPACE, MATLAB/Simulink, and automation frameworks**.
• Configure, operate, and troubleshoot **dSPACE and Vector-based test benches**.
• Develop automated test scripts using **Python, C++, and gtest**.
• Create test automation frameworks to improve validation efficiency, coverage, and repeatability.
• Automate data collection, test execution, result analysis, and validation reporting.
• Perform **ECU integration testing and embedded controls validation**.
• Analyze software and hardware defects and perform detailed **root-cause analysis**.
• Diagnose and resolve issues across HIL, SIL, ECU, software, and hardware environments.
• Conduct system-level verification of software and hardware integrations.
• Perform diagnostics and fault-injection testing.
• Work with **CAN/J1939 and UDS communication protocols**.
• Use **Vector CANoe and CANalyzer** for communication analysis, diagnostics, and troubleshooting.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, component specifications, and data sheets.
• Perform hardware setup, wiring, instrumentation, and troubleshooting of validation benches.
• Maintain validation environments and test equipment.
• Participate in technical reviews, planning activities, defect reviews, and validation discussions.
• Collaborate with embedded software, controls, product, and validation engineering teams.

Required Technical Skills

• Strong experience with **Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing**.
• Strong experience with **Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testing**.
• Hands-on experience with **dSPACE HIL systems and toolchain**.
• Strong experience with **ECU validation and embedded controls testing**.
• Proficiency with **MATLAB and Simulink**.
• Knowledge of **model-based development and validation**.
• Strong programming experience in **C or C++**.
• Experience with **Python automation, test scripting, and data analysis**.
• Experience with **gtest / Google Test for C++ testing**.
• Strong knowledge of **CAN and J1939 communication protocols**.
• Experience with **UDS diagnostics**.
• Experience with **Vector CANoe and CANalyzer**.
• Experience with ECU integration, debugging, diagnostics, and system-level verification.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex software, hardware, communication, and integration issues.
• Experience with automated testing frameworks.
• Knowledge of software development lifecycle and verification processes.
• Experience with version control and software configuration management.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and component data sheets.
• Experience troubleshooting embedded hardware and test equipment.
• Familiarity with fault injection and diagnostic testing.
• Experience with validation reporting and test-result analysis.

Top 3 Required Skills

• **HIL / SIL Validation & Embedded Systems Testing**
• **dSPACE + MATLAB / Simulink**
• **Python + C/C++ / gtest Test Automation**

Additional Preferred Skills

• Embedded control systems.
• Automotive, heavy equipment, off-highway, industrial, or similar ECU-based environments.
• CAN/J1939 networking.
• UDS diagnostics.
• Vector CANoe / CANalyzer.
• Hardware debugging and instrumentation.
• Test automation framework development.
• Data analysis and automated validation reporting.
• SQL, Visual Basic, or similar development tools.
• Continuous integration and automated verification environments.

Typical Work Breakdown

• **40%** – HIL / SIL test development and execution
• **30%** – Test automation and scripting
• **20%** – Issue investigation, debugging, and root-cause analysis
• **10%** – Team collaboration, reviews, and planning

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex embedded software and hardware issues.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills.
• Ability to meet project deadlines and program milestones.
• Continuous learning mindset.

Important Requirement

An in-person interview is mandatory. Please submit local candidates only.**