Global HIL Test Engineer – International Experience

ALTEN; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN is seeking an entry- to mid-level engineer for the HIL & Test Property Management role in Troy, MI. You will configure, maintain, and support HIL, VHIL, and Plywood Buck test environments, preparing properties for validation milestones and ensuring updates to test benches.

You will also perform ECU software updates, verify network communications (CAN/LIN/Ethernet), and assist in debugging, validation, and root-cause analysis with cross-functional teams in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Eligible for a V.I.E. contract.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Knowledge of System Requirements Analysis (DOORS) and CAN/LIN/Ethernet.
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills.
• Professional presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Autonomous with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Fluent English (minimum B2), written and spoken.
• Previous internship or working student experience in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Configure, maintain, and support HIL, VHIL, and Plywood Buck test environments.
• Prepare test properties for validation loops and project milestones.
• Ensure test benches are updated with the latest hardware and software releases.
• Maintain ECU inventory, software versions, and configuration records.
• Verify readiness of test properties before validation execution.
• Coordinate bench setup and commissioning activities with validation teams.
• Perform ECU flashing and software updates using approved engineering tools.
• Verify software compatibility and system integrity after updates.
• Support configuration management and change implementation activities.
• Maintain software release tracking and update documentation.
• Support execution of electrical and network validation activities.
• Assist engineers in bench-level debugging and troubleshooting.
• Verify CAN, LIN, CAN-FD, and/or Ethernet network communications.
• Collect and analyze diagnostic logs from validation activities.
• Support ignition-off draw (IOD), system functionality, and regulatory testing activities.
• Investigate HIL bench issues and identify hardware, software, or configuration problems.
• Analyze CANoe/CANalyzer traces and diagnostic logs.
• Support root cause analysis activities for validation failures.
• Work with design, validation, software, and supplier teams to resolve issues.
• Document findings and corrective actions.

Job description

ALTEN is seeking an entry- to mid-level engineer for the HIL & Test Property Management role in Troy, MI. You will configure, maintain, and support HIL, VHIL, and Plywood Buck test environments, preparing properties for validation milestones and ensuring updates to test benches.

You will also perform ECU software updates, verify network communications (CAN/LIN/Ethernet), and assist in debugging, validation, and root-cause analysis with cross-functional teams in a collaborative environment.