HIL Engineer

Capgemini Engineering; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 44,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement savings plans (401(k))

Paid time off 12–25 days

Job summary

Capgemini Engineering is seeking an HIL Engineer to design HIL architecture, build BOMs and wiring documentation, and support bench commissioning for automotive validation. You will configure models, run open-loop and closed-loop tests, keep the bench ready, and troubleshoot issues while ensuring safety standards.

The role requires 1-3 years in HIL/embedded validation with hands-on dSPACE experience, MATLAB/Simulink knowledge, and familiarity with CAN/LIN/Automotive Ethernet.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years HIL or automotive electronics experience.
• Hands-on with dSPACE HIL systems using Control Desk and Configuration Desk.
• Working knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink models and open/closed-loop testing.
• Understand CAN, LIN, and Automotive Ethernet communications.
• Able to read wiring diagrams and map I/O; troubleshoot bench issues.
• Experience under technical direction.
• Nice-to-have restbus simulation, fault injection, or HIL regression.
• Familiar with ECU flashing, UDS, XCP, calibration workflows.
• Experience with electrical measurement equipment and safety processes.

Responsibilities

• Design HIL architecture and develop BOMs and wiring docs.
• Support HIL system build, bench commissioning, procurement.
• Configure models and perform open-loop and closed-loop testing.
• Maintain bench readiness and apply system updates.
• Troubleshoot HIL issues and manage corrective actions.
• Generate reports and support feature validation.
• Follow applicable safety requirements.

Skills

HIL engineering

Embedded validation

Controls

Automotive electronics

Tools

Control Desk

Configuration Desk

MATLAB/Simulink

CAN/LIN/Automotive Ethernet

Job description

At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the sameLocationThis is an onsite role based in Aburn Hills, MIAbout the job you’re consideringThe HIL Engineer designs, builds, commissions, maintains, and supports Hardware-in-the-Loop systems for automotive validation. The role contributes to HIL architecture, bills of materials, wiring documentation, model configuration, and bench commissioning. The engineer performs open- and closed-loop testing, maintains bench readiness, and troubleshoots system issues. The position also supports corrective actions, reporting, feature validation, and applicable safety requirements.Your RoleDesign HIL architecture and develop bills of materials and wiring documentation.Support procurement, HIL system build, and bench commissioning.Configure models and perform open-loop and closed-loop testing.Maintain bench readiness and execute required system updates.Troubleshoot HIL issues and manage corrective actions.Generate reports and support feature validation.Follow applicable safety requirements.Your skills and experienceWe are looking for 1-3 Years of relevant HIL, embedded validation, controls, or automotive electronics experience.Hands-on experience configuring or operating dSPACE HIL systems using Control Desk and Configuration Desk.Working knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink models and open-loop and closed-loop test execution.Understanding CAN, LIN, and Automotive Ethernet communications and vehicle diagnostics.Ability to read wiring diagrams, support I/O mapping, troubleshoot bench issues, and document corrective actions.Experience supporting these activities under technical direction.Nice to haveExperience with restbus simulation, fault injection, or automated HIL regression.Familiarity with ECU flashing, UDS, XCP, or calibration workflows.Experience with electrical measurement equipment or automotive functional-safety and quality processes.The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: $43,984 - $105,600.Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law. The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees. 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