Software & HIL Engineer for EV Powertrains

Magna International; Sankt Valentin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Powertrain in Austria is seeking a Software & HIL Test Engineer to design and develop validation software, SIL/HIL models, and test scripts for powertrain products. You will work from broad specifications and guide engineering activities within a team focused on future electric and hybrid drive systems.

The role requires hands-on experience in MATLAB/Simulink, dSPACE toolchains, and programming in Python and C, with a strong emphasis on test planning and validation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering required.
• 5-7 years of experience in design and development of validation documentation, software, SIL models, HIL models, test scripts and components.
• Knowledge in MATLAB, Simulink, dSPACE toolchains (AutomationDesk, ConfigurationDesk, ControlDesk NexGen) required.
• Intermediate programming skills in Python and C.
• ISTQB/ASTQB Foundation test certification preferred.
• Automotive industry experience strongly preferred.
• Great interest in e-mobility.

Responsibilities

• Design, development and problem resolution of new and existing software, SIL models, HIL models, test scripts and components for powertrain products.
• Cascade test specifications from system to components and delivery of test plans and test designs to the specifications.
• Document detailed test plans, test design, analysis, computer modeling, prototype/production test scripts and specification releases.
• Carrying out software integration tests on the HiL system.
• Conduct research, new tools, best practices and alternative approaches to optimal software development and testing.
• Supervision of the HiL structure Integrating the system into the Continuous Integration Toolchain (Jenkins)
• Develop validation product/system practices and procedures for advanced industry technologies like Cybersecurity, Global B and AutoSAR (wherever product relevance).
• Provide mentorship and guidance to less experienced team members.

Skills

MATLAB

Simulink

Python

C

dSPACE toolchains

Jenkins

Automotive software testing

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

AutomationDesk

ConfigurationDesk

ControlDesk NexGen

Job description

Magna Powertrain in Austria is seeking a Software & HIL Test Engineer to design and develop validation software, SIL/HIL models, and test scripts for powertrain products. You will work from broad specifications and guide engineering activities within a team focused on future electric and hybrid drive systems.

The role requires hands-on experience in MATLAB/Simulink, dSPACE toolchains, and programming in Python and C, with a strong emphasis on test planning and validation.