HIL Simulation Controls Engineer

Bartech Staffing; Toronto; On-site; CAD 126,364,000 - 154,445,000; Full time

Job summary

Bartech Staffing is seeking a contract HIL Controls Engineer in Oshawa, Ontario. You will lead real-time HIL work to integrate models with ECUs and hardware for EV/PHEV braking and propulsion systems.

You will apply Matlab/Simulink in real time simulations, CAN/LIN/Ethernet communications, and ETAS INCA tools, while collaborating with cross-functional teams in an engineering lab setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical or Mechatronics.
• 2+ years of experience with dSPACE HIL bench platforms.
• 2+ years with Matlab/Simulink in real time simulation.
• Experience with automotive embedded control software integration and testing.
• Familiarity with Lauterbach, VSpy or CANoe.
• Knowledge of Python, C/C++ or other scripting languages.
• Knowledge of Controls Theory & Modelling.
• Solid understanding of automotive systems including vehicle dynamics, propulsion and embedded controls.
• Experience with Scrum/Agile processes.

Responsibilities

• Integrate HIL simulation models with real ECUs and hardware.
• Design, develop and integrate CAN, LIN, Ethernet data models.
• Collaborate with test, ECU software, and hardware teams for end-to-end troubleshooting.
• Troubleshoot HIL bench issues related to CAN, Ethernet and LIN.
• Automate repetitive bench tasks using Python or similar languages.
• Improve robustness and usability of HIL benches.
• Write internal documentation for new benches and tools.
• Plan, communicate, and coordinate HIL model rollouts for features.
• Ensure milestones deliverables meet quality standards.

Skills

Python

C/C++

Matlab/Simulink

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical or Mechatronics

Tools

dSPACE HIL bench platforms

ETAS INCA

Lauterbach

CANoe

Job description

Bartech Staffing is a leading engineering, technical and professional staffing firm, and our clients include some of the nation's biggest companies. We are powered by Impellam Group, a connected group providing global workforce and specialist recruitment solutions. Our client has engaged us to assist them in hiring a contract HIL Controls Engineer in Oshawa, Ontario.

M-F 8.30am to 5pm

Hourly pay range $48 - $50/hr.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be on the forefront of realistic automotive mechatronic simulation environments which allows for faster development cycles for all EV and PHEV vehicles with a focus on brake and propulsion thermal management systems. The candidate will be able to integrate HIL simulation models with real ECUs and vehicle hardware based on closed loop simulation requirements. In addition, the candidate shall have strong end-to-end mechatronic integration and trouble shooting skills related to CAN, ethernet, electrical, automotive vehicle hardware in an engineering lab environment. There will be heavy emphasis on being able to keep up to speed on new and evolving technology.

• Integration and validation of dynamic simulation models for HIL real-time closed loop simulation framework.
• Design, develop and integrate serial data communication models (CAN, LIN and Ethernet) based on simulation architecture.
• Working collaboratively with test apparatus users, HIL model development engineers, ECU software development engineers, and hardware design-release engineers to understand requirements and conduct end-to-end root cause analysis and troubleshooting on wide variety of mechatronic software, hardware, and electrical type issues under tight timelines.
• Troubleshoot HIL bench issues related to CAN, Ethernet and LIN protocols.
• Ability to automate simple repetitive tasks on the bench using Python or any other programming language.
• Improving robustness and useability of the HIL benches.
• Writing internal documentation for new HIL benches and existing simulation tools and assets.
• Plan, communicate and co-ordinate HIL model rollout to support application and features as requested by bench users.
• Ensure deliverables are complete as per milestones with excellence.
• Identify and implement areas of efficiency of process and the product when scaling up.

Experience Required

• Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics.
• 2+ years of working experience with dSPACE HIL bench platforms.
• 2+ years of working experience with Matlab/Simulink in a context of real time simulation platforms.
• Experience with automotive embedded control software integration, testing, and ETAS INCA software test tools.
• Familiarity with testing tools such as Lauterbach, VSpy or CANoe.
• Knowledge of programming languages like Python, C/C++ or other scripting languages.
• Knowledge of Controls Theory & Modelling.
• Solid understanding of automotive systems, including vehicle dynamics, propulsion systems, and embedded controls.
• Experience working with Scrum/Agile software development process and tools.
• Results driven individual with high levels of initiative, urgency and pro-activity.
• Able to work in a team as well as independently.
• Must possess excellent communication skills.

BENEFITS

As a HIL Controls Engineer with Bartech Staffing, you will be working through an established and respected staffing organization with over 40 years of serving as a trusted partner to our client companies. We provide our talent with personal, responsive attention, and will assign an employee care representative to answer any questions or concerns that you might have. Depending upon the client, the assignment, and your performance, you can find potential opportunities for direct employment. Make the most of your experience!

Note: This position is open to fill an existing position, and AI is used to assist within the recruitment process.

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