Hands-On HIL Engineer: Bench Build & ECU Integration

ALTEN Technology USA; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking an experienced HIL Engineer to build and commission hardware-in-the-loop benches for automotive ECUs. You will install hardware, wire harnesses, configure I/O, and ensure signal integrity for rigorous testing.

You’ll work with CAN/CAN FD, LIN, and Ethernet networks, map ECU signals to real-time simulations, and troubleshoot issues on the bench. A hands-on engineer comfortable wiring ECUs and integrating plant models will thrive.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent in Electrical/Automotive field.
• Hands-on experience building or troubleshooting HIL benches.
• Strong understanding of automotive electrical systems.
• Experience with ECUs, sensors, I/O, and test equipment.
• Knowledge of CAN/CAN FD and LIN protocols.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and ECU pinouts.
• Experience with wiring, harnesses, connectors and test interfaces.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and configure HIL test benches for ECU testing.
• Install and integrate HIL hardware and I/O modules.
• Perform electrical wiring and physical connections between ECUs and test gear.
• Configure ECU power, grounding, and signals.
• Troubleshoot bench hardware, wiring, and communication issues.
• Document bench configurations and changes.

Skills

Hands-on HIL experience

Electrical troubleshooting

CAN/CAN FD and LIN

ECU integration

Schematics reading

Tools

HIL platforms

dSPACE

Vector CANoe/CANalyzer

MATLAB/Simulink

Python/CAPL

ETAS/Speedgoat

Job description

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking an experienced HIL Engineer to build and commission hardware-in-the-loop benches for automotive ECUs. You will install hardware, wire harnesses, configure I/O, and ensure signal integrity for rigorous testing.

You’ll work with CAN/CAN FD, LIN, and Ethernet networks, map ECU signals to real-time simulations, and troubleshoot issues on the bench. A hands-on engineer comfortable wiring ECUs and integrating plant models will thrive.