Technical Specialist - HIL RIG

Tata Technologies Ltd.; Warwick; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme - matched up to 5%

Privilege Scheme - up to 20% off JLR

Health Assured

Health Shield

Job summary

Tata Technologies Ltd. in Leamington Spa is seeking a Technical Specialist – HIL RIG to lead end-to-end V&V for EV charging systems. You will design and commission HIL rigs, define validation strategies, and mentor 15+ engineers across automotive programs.

The role focuses on charging systems, tooling like dSPACE Scalexio and NI LabVIEW, and ensuring ASPICE-aligned processes with cross-functional teams. On-site, Leamington Spa location.

Qualifications

• Extensive HIL, MIL, SIL and PIL validation experience.
• Experience with ASPICE and ISO 26262 functional safety.
• Experience with EV charging protocols CCS, ISO 15118, IEC 61851.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Hands-on embedded software development in C/C++.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end V&V for EV charging systems across automotive programs.
• Design, implement and commission HIL systems using dSPACE Scalexio and NI LabVIEW.
• Define V&V methods across HIL/MIL/SIL/PIL environments.
• Mentor 15+ engineers in model development and automation.
• Develop plant and control models in MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow.
• Prepare test documentation and ensure traceability.
• Drive test automation with Python, CAPL, AutomationDesk, LabVIEW, CANoe and CI/CD.
• Collaborate with OEMs and Tier-1 to resolve integration issues.
• Support ASPICE-aligned development processes.

Skills

HIL & V&V

MATLAB/Simulink

C/C++

Automation

Model-based development

Tools

LabVIEW

Python

CANoe

CAPL

AutomationDesk

dSPACE Scalexio

NI PXI

Job description

At Tata Technologies we make product development dreams a reality by designing, engineering and validating the products of tomorrow for the world’s leading manufacturers. Due to our continued growth we are now recruiting for a Technical Specialist – HIL RIG to be based at our head office in Leamington Spa.

Our Embedded Systems Solutions department (ESS) encompasses all activities outlined under the Automotive SPICE (ASPICE) process framework, including systems engineering, software engineering, coding, and all levels of functional testing. Beyond core development, ESS also integrates critical supporting processes such as project management, risk assessment, functional safety, and cybersecurity, ensuring compliance with ASPICE standards and delivering reliable, secure, and high-quality embedded systems & solutions.

Role Summary:

The Technical Specialist – HIL RIG will be responsible for Leading and delivering end-to-end Validation & Verification (V&V) with primary expertise in EV Charging Systems (On-Board Charger, DC-DC converters, BMCM) across automotive programs. They will also need to display a knowledge of Charging Systems, driving system validation, integration, and compliance with industry charging standards.

Key responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and commission Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) systems using dSPACE Scalexio and NI LabVIEW (PXI-based platforms).
• Define and implement V&V methodologies across HIL, MIL, SIL, and PIL environments, ensuring compliance with ISO 26262 functional safety and automotive cybersecurity standards.
• Lead and mentor cross-functional engineering teams (15+ members) in model development, validation, and automation delivery.
• Develop model-based plant and control models using MATLAB, Simulink, and Stateflow for simulation and validation.
• Gather and analyze system, functional, and diagnostics requirements (UDS, SecOC, HSM, communication protocols) to design robust test environments.
• Prepare and review test documentation including DVMs, DVPs, P-Diagrams, test plans, and test cases, ensuring traceability and coverage.
• Drive test automation initiatives using Python, CAPL, AutomationDesk, LabVIEW, CANoe, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Perform ECU validation across electrification, ADAS, chassis, and diagnostic systems, with deeper focus on charging functionality, energy conversion, and power management.
• Lead HIL rig hardware setup, commissioning, and troubleshooting, including wiring, plant model integration, and system bring-up.
• Collaborate with OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers to resolve system integration and validation issues, ensuring quality delivery.
• Support ASAM-compliant toolchains and contribute to ASPICE-aligned development processes.
• Execute system engineering, requirement engineering, and FMEA activities to improve reliability and safety.
• Contribute to technical proposals, solution design, and cost optimization for validation systems and engineering programs.
• Provide hands-on support for embedded software development and debugging using C/C++.
• Deliver training and mentoring in V&V processes, HIL systems, model-based development, and test automation.
• Work within Agile, Waterfall, and V-model lifecycles for delivery of high-quality automotive systems.

Required skills & experience:

Strong experience working with global charging protocols and standards, including:

• CCS (Combined Charging System – CCS1/CCS2)
• ISO 15118 (Vehicle-to-Grid / Plug & Charge communication)
• IEC 61851 (Electric Vehicle Conductive Charging System)

In return for bringing your expertise to our business we offer a competitive salary along with excellent benefits including:

• Pension Scheme – We match employee contribution up to 5% of salary
• Tata Jaguar Land Rover Privilege Scheme - up to 20% off new JLR vehicles
• Health Assured – Employee Assistance Program
• Health Shield – Private Health Cash Plan

If you are passionate about bringing innovation to the projects you work on and want to join a global company, then this is the place for you.

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