Embedded Software Engineer 2

EPITEC; Chillicothe (IL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Job summary

EPITEC is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer in Mossville, IL to support verification and validation of embedded control systems. You will develop, execute, and automate HIL/SIL testing using dSPACE, MATLAB/Simulink, and test automation tools while troubleshooting hardware/software integration issues.

You will configure test environments with dSPACE and Vector tools, create automated Python/C/C++ scripts, and perform root-cause analysis on failures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 2-4+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Hands-on experience with HIL/SIL validation and testing.
• Experience with dSPACE HIL systems and MATLAB/Simulink.
• Experience with Python automation and C/C++.
• Knowledge of CAN/J1939 communication protocols.
• Experience with Vector CANoe and CANalyzer.
• Experience with ECU validation, embedded controls testing, debugging, and root-cause analysis.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and troubleshoot test environments.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute HIL/SIL verification test plans for embedded control systems and ECUs.
• Configure, operate, and troubleshoot dSPACE and Vector-based test environments.
• Develop automated test scripts and tools using Python and C/C++.
• Perform embedded software verification using automated testing frameworks, including gtest.
• Analyze test failures, investigate defects, and perform root-cause analysis.
• Support ECU integration and system-level software/hardware verification.
• Work with CAN/J1939 communication protocols and Vector tools such as CANoe and CANalyzer.
• Use MATLAB/Simulink for embedded controls testing and model-based development.
• Read electrical schematics and troubleshoot HIL/SIL hardware setups.
• Collaborate with software developers, controls engineers, system integration engineers, and verification teams.

Skills

HIL/SIL validation

Python automation

C/C++

MATLAB/Simulink

dSPACE

CAN/J1939

CANoe/CANalyzer

ECU validation

Electrical schematics

Root-cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Vector CANoe/CANalyzer

Job description

Location: Mossville, IL
Work Arrangement: On-site, Full-Time
Schedule: First Shift
Contract Duration: 12 months + Possible Extension
Pay Rate: $41-$44/hour
Benefits: 401K, PTO, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance.

Position Summary

We are seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to support the verification and validation of embedded control systems. This position will focus on developing, executing, and automating Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testing using dSPACE, MATLAB/Simulink, and test automation tools. The engineer will also troubleshoot software and hardware integration issues and support system-level verification activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute HIL/SIL verification test plans for embedded control systems and ECUs.
• Configure, operate, and troubleshoot dSPACE and Vector-based test environments.
• Develop automated test scripts and tools using Python and C/C++.
• Perform embedded software verification using automated testing frameworks, including gtest.
• Analyze test failures, investigate defects, and perform root-cause analysis.
• Support ECU integration and system-level software/hardware verification.
• Work with CAN/J1939 communication protocols and Vector tools such as CANoe and CANalyzer.
• Use MATLAB/Simulink for embedded controls testing and model-based development.
• Read electrical schematics and troubleshoot HIL/SIL hardware setups.
• Collaborate with software developers, controls engineers, system integration engineers, and verification teams.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 2-4+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Hands-on experience with HIL/SIL validation and testing.
• Experience with dSPACE HIL systems and MATLAB/Simulink.
• Experience with Python automation and C/C++.
• Knowledge of CAN/J1939 communication protocols.
• Experience with Vector CANoe and/or CANalyzer.
• Experience with ECU validation, embedded controls testing, debugging, and root-cause analysis.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and troubleshoot software/hardware test environments.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

What This Opportunity Offers

This position provides hands-on experience with advanced embedded control systems and both HIL and SIL verification. You'll work with dSPACE, MATLAB/Simulink, automation frameworks, and production software while collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams in a fast-paced technical environment.

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