Embedded Software Engineer — HIL Verification & Automation

EPITEC; Chillicothe (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

EPITEC is seeking an Embedded Software / HIL Verification Engineer in Mossville, IL for an on-site, 12-month contract. The role covers real-time plant modeling, HIL environment setup, and automated testing across embedded controls and software development.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's in a relevant field, 2–4 years of experience (masters considered), and strong MATLAB/Simulink, Python, C/C++ skills. HIL experience is highly preferred and strong troubleshooting is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software or Electrical/Computer Engineering.
• 2–4 years of relevant experience; internships ok.
• MATLAB/Simulink proficiency required.
• Experience with Python, C, C++ or similar.
• HIL experience highly preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop real-time plant models using MATLAB/Simulink.
• Configure and maintain dSPACE and OPAL-RT HIL environments.
• Develop requirements-based HIL test plans and test cases.
• Create automated regression tests using Python, C/C++, or similar languages.
• Execute manual and automated software release and regression testing.
• Analyze test results and support root-cause investigations.
• Troubleshoot embedded software and system behavior using CAN/J1939.
• Support diagnostics, fault injection, and ECU integration testing.
• Collaborate with embedded controls and software engineers to validate new features and verify fixes.
• Improve test efficiency through reusable automation and standardized HIL processes.

Skills

MATLAB/Simulink

Python

C/C++

HIL experience

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Technical documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / Electrical Engineering / Computer Engineering

Master’s degree (recent graduates considered)

Tools

dSPACE

OPAL-RT

Job description

EPITEC is seeking an Embedded Software / HIL Verification Engineer in Mossville, IL for an on-site, 12-month contract. The role covers real-time plant modeling, HIL environment setup, and automated testing across embedded controls and software development.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's in a relevant field, 2–4 years of experience (masters considered), and strong MATLAB/Simulink, Python, C/C++ skills. HIL experience is highly preferred and strong troubleshooting is required.